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Tampa Electric to invest in visionary partnership with the University of South Florida
The $5 million gift will support the College of Engineering’s Clean Energy Research Center – the largest, single gift ever made to the college.
August 31, 2022Research and Innovation, USF Foundation
New medical technique to target cause of age-related hearing loss
A well-known imaging test that radiologists use to monitor blood flow from the heart may soon be deployed to pinpoint what part of the ear is experiencing age-related hearing loss.
August 24, 2022Research and Innovation
USF student invents lumber alternative using recycled plastic
The material will be used as a replacement for wood to create fence posts that can last 30 to 50 years, about three times longer than a traditional wood fence.
August 4, 2022Research and Innovation
USF engineers secure federal funding to advance wearable electronic technology
Electrical engineering professors are advancing wearable electronics with clothing wired to connect to a range of devices, such as headphones nestled inside a hat.
July 22, 2022Research and Innovation
Innovative cybersecurity programs poised for major expansion
Boosted by millions of dollars in new state funding, USF cybersecurity programs are preparing graduates for high-paying jobs in a field with soaring demand.
July 21, 2022Research and Innovation
Former chief of U.S. Central Command to lead the University of South Florida’s new Global and National Security Institute
The University of South Florida announced the creation of the Global and National Security Institute, an initiative designed to further place the state of Florida at the forefront of addressing critical issues facing the nation in sectors such as defense, economic and political security, health and human security and infrastructure and environmental security.
June 15, 2022University News
Two places at once? USF leader-turned-hologram proves it’s possible
USF College of Engineering’s forward-thinking mindset may be the future of remote meetings.
June 13, 2022Campus Life, University News
U.S. Secretary of Energy meets with USF researchers, community partners
U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm was joined by U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor for a meeting with leaders of the USF Center for Urban Transportation Research to learn more about efforts of the Tampa Bay Clean Cities Coalition, which is housed at USF.
June 2, 2022Research and Innovation, University News
New brain-painting method developed at USF being tested for ADHD treatment
USF computer scientist Marvin Andujar is harnessing the power of concentration and art to develop a new brain-computer interface (BCI) prototype and help study participants use their brain like never before. The goal is to introduce a novel treatment option for individuals with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) by tapping directly into their brain activity.
May 20, 2022Research and Innovation
USF’s culture of innovation sparks global recognition from Times Higher Ed
The University of South Florida continues to make tremendous strides in advancing technologies that meet global demand – now ranking No. 1 among U.S. universities for its commitment to industry, innovation and infrastructure – one of the United Nations’ top Sustainable Development Goals.
April 27, 2022University News
USF-invented software tool implemented around the world to improve real-time transit data
The public transportation agencies for the country of France and state of California have started utilizing an open-source software tool created at USF that quickly finds errors in a transit agency’s real-time data – providing travelers more accurate information through mobile mapping applications, such as Google and Apple Maps.
April 22, 2022Research and Innovation
Vital contributions of women create opportunities at USF and beyond
March marks the University of South Florida’s celebration of Women’s History Month and an opportunity to highlight the contributions of women throughout history and contemporary society.
March 1, 2022University News