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Researchers are using data mining to learn more about diabetes cases that don’t fit the usual labels
In the ongoing research and treatment of diabetes, the focus is typically on the two forms of the disease that dominate public awareness. Type 1 is caused by the immune system attacking the cells that produce insulin, so that the person requires insulin therapy for life; type 2 is frequently associated with obesity and lack of exercise, resulting in insulin resistance.
February 1, 2023Health, Innovation, Research
Six USF faculty members receive national recognition for research achievements
Six University of South Florida researchers have been named as new Fellows by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), one of the world’s most prestigious honors for academic research.
January 31, 2023Honors and Awards, Research
USF and Florida Blue host inaugural forum on AI and data for healthcare
The event was the first in what organizers say will be a series of collaborative conferences related to AI and data between USF and Florida Blue. USF’s Center for Analytics and Creativity helped organize the conference.
January 27, 2023Health
Marine biology student helps rescue distressed manatee in Bayboro Harbor
Kierstyn Benjamin shares her story of how she noticed a small, distressed manatee in Bayboro Harbor and acted quickly, playing a major part in rescuing the animal right near the USF St. Petersburg campus.
January 27, 2023Student Research
USF lands $4 million grant to create scholarships for new cybersecurity education program
The NSF (National Science Foundation) grant will be used for a new university scholarship program called CREST (Cybersecurity Research in Education for Service in Government) to train students how to fight cybercrime and fill the gaps in the cybersecurity industry in the US.
January 25, 2023Research
USF faculty members recognized with Excellence in Innovation Awards
With the development of artificial intelligence technologies that maximize the impacts of academic programs and data visualization virtual reality software solutions, these faculty members are two of USF’s top innovators.
January 25, 2023Honors and Awards, Innovation
What Are Whiting Events? Researchers Shed Light On Mysterious Water Phenomenon
Scientists have known of a mysterious water phenomenon called a "whiting event" for a while now but have yet to figure out the mechanisms behind it. Using satellite data, researchers such as Chuanmin Hu of the University of South Florida, are shedding light on it.
January 22, 2023Global Research, Research
USF Human Trafficking Research Lab working to create 'Awareness Database'
"The problem of human trafficking, despite all the efforts, is growing, according to the most recent estimates," said Dr. Joan Reid, Director of USF's Trafficking in Persons - Risk to Resilience Lab. The lab conducts research to address knowledge gaps in areas of human trafficking prevention.
January 16, 2023Research
Patents for Humanity awarded for 3D printed swabs
The USPTO has recognized the University of South Florida (USF) for its patent of the 3D printed nasopharyngeal (NP) swab.
January 15, 2023Honors and Awards, Innovation
USF engineers awarded $2.5 million federal grant to expand harmful algal bloom research along Florida coasts
USF engineers are leading a team of scientists across the state in the development of a new, state-of-the-art system that allows water districts to better predict and manage harmful algal blooms. The $2.5 million grant from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers allows USF to work with researchers from the University of Florida and the South Florida Water Management District to address harmful algae blooms in Lake Okeechobee, St. Lucie River and Caloosahatchee River watersheds.
January 13, 2023Research
All Hands on Deck
Researchers identify priorities within synthesis research in ecology and environmental science to address pressing issues and questions.
January 12, 2023Research
Innovation District ‘dives deeper’
As a part of the St. Petersburg Innovation District (SPID), the University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus hosted Wednesday night’s State of Science and Innovation event. Mayor Ken Welch, city council members and local officials joined area stakeholders in a packed USFSP ballroom to hear about the cutting-edge work emanating from the district.
January 12, 2023Innovation
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