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USF welcomes accomplished group of nearly 300 new faculty

USF welcomes accomplished group of nearly 300 new faculty

USF is bolstering its reputation as a top research university by welcoming 291 new faculty members—a 29% increase from last year—who join an already outstanding academic community, drawn by USF’s membership in the AAU.

August 14, 2024Research and Innovation, University News

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NASA’s permanent presence on the moon could begin with USF-invented mapping technology

As NASA continues exploring the moon’s southern polar region to find ice, USF engineers are developing technology to make landing on the moon safer and less expensive – enabling rapid exploration and eventually the establishment of an outpost for astronauts through the availability of safe drinking water and the ability to create oxygen and rocket fuel.

August 13, 2024Research and Innovation

New This Year

Exciting changes and additions for the new academic year

As the University of South Florida embarks on a new academic year, returning Bulls will find exciting initiatives and opportunities abound on USF's campuses. From groundbreakings to grand openings, explore the highlights and see what’s new this year.

August 13, 2024Campus Life, University News

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USF study reveals voter opinions on AI, foreign election interference and political stress in the U.S.

Findings show about half of voters are concerned about the potential impacts of artificial intelligence on this year’s election and believe the government has not done enough to deter foreign interference in the contest.

August 12, 2024Research and Innovation

USF Professor Zafer Unal

USF researcher helping K-12 educators incorporate AI in the classroom

A new online platform created by USF Professor Zafer Unal features hundreds of free AI tools designed to assist educators with planning, assessment, preparation, research and more.

August 12, 2024Research and Innovation

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USF names new dean for the USF Health College of Public Health

Dr. Sten Vermund is the current president of the Global Virus Network, which recently moved its international headquarters to USF. He joins USF after serving as dean of the Yale School of Public Health and as professor in pediatrics and clinical professor in obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive sciences at the Yale School of Medicine.

August 8, 2024USF Health

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FDA approves new Parkinson’s treatment following clinical trial led by USF Health researcher

The new medication lasts longer and requires fewer doses for treating Parkinson’s disease, potentially offering patients significant relief from the disease’s debilitating symptoms. The FDA’s approval is based in part on findings of a study led by Dr. Robert A. Hauser, professor in the Department of Neurology and director of the USF Health Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine.

August 8, 2024USF Health

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Estuaries in South Florida are warming faster than the Gulf of Mexico and global ocean

Using satellite data, researchers in the USF College of Marine Science found that sea surface temperatures in four estuaries in South Florida have risen faster than sea surface temperatures globally and in the Gulf of Mexico.

August 7, 2024Research and Innovation

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New USF Health partnership to combat severe health care shortage in Jamaica

USF Health leaders are working with Jamaica’s largest hospital to address its serious shortage of health care professionals – helping optimize the efficiency of clinical operations and offer training for oncology nurses.

August 7, 2024Research and Innovation

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USF researcher’s partnership with local fire department helps enhance emergency response

Christine McGuire-Wolfe was awarded funding from FEMA to help the Port Richey Fire Department purchase a new mobile command unit/air truck and breathing apparatus, enhancing the department's response capabilities.

August 6, 2024Community Partnerships

New residence hall at USF Sarasota-Manatee

Ribbon cutting for USF Sarasota-Manatee's first-ever residence hall rescheduled for Aug. 19

A ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of the new Student Center and Atala Residence Hall at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee has been postponed because of Tropical Storm Debby.

August 5, 2024University News

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

USF Tropical Storm Debby update

The USF St. Petersburg campus will reopen and resume normal business operations on Tuesday, August 6. The USF Tampa campus (including USF Health downtown) and USF Sarasota-Manatee campuses will continue with normal business operations on Tuesday, August 6.

August 5, 2024University News

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