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USF researcher’s exploration of toxic Tiger Rattlesnake venom advances application of genetic science techniques
In deciphering a simple, but particularly deadly venom, the research opens avenues for exploration of how genes produce traits (USF Newsroom).
January 19, 2021Innovation, Research
USF researchers aim to ease COVID-19 vaccine concerns by building trust within communities of color
With distribution of the coronavirus vaccine underway, researchers from the University of South Florida Taneja College of Pharmacy are working to educate communities of color about COVID-19 and the benefits of inoculation (USF Newsroom).
January 19, 2021Research
New statewide data emphasizes urgency in ramping up administration of COVID-19 vaccines
For the first time, Edwin Michael, professor of epidemiology in the USF College of Public Health, has obtained statewide forecasts of the impact of vaccine rollouts using his SEIRcast COVID-19 Forecasting and Planning portal (USF Newsroom).
University of South Florida researchers release findings from national opinion survey on COVID-19 vaccinations and policies
Researchers with the University of South Florida School of Public Affairs, in partnership with Cyber Florida at the University of South Florida, have released the first set of results from a nationwide survey that measures attitudes and opinions about COVID-19 vaccines, as well as potential federal stimulus policies (USF Newsroom).
January 14, 2021Research
Construction workers hoist top beam on new USF Research Park building
Construction crews gave the USF Research Park a new milestone to celebrate as they hoisted to the last beam that will sit on the highest point of the new 120,000-square-foot building (USF Newsroom).
January 12, 2021Research
A Q&A with Dr. Jay Wolfson
The Oracle interviewed public health professor and Senior Associate Dean of the Morsani College of Medicine Jay Wolfson about the challenges posed by COVID-19 for the spring semester as well as essential safety precautions to slow down the spread of the virus.
January 11, 2021Health
USF Professor says COVID-19 mutations will continue, but vaccines should still work
At least 50 cases of the Coronavirus mutation have been found in the US, and almost half are in Florida. USF Professor Dr. Tom Unnasch says the virus is very good at what it does. Mutate. But he’s confident the Pfzier and Moderna vaccinations will work against it (ABC Action News).
Innovations Magazine
See the newest issue of Innovations Magazine, spotlighting the student successes, vital research and groundbreaking initiatives on USF's St. Petersburg campus during the historic and challenging year of 2020 (Issuu).
January 8, 2021Innovation
Jellyfish Build Walls of Water to Swim Around the Ocean
One of nature’s most simple creatures has an elegant approach to propulsion. USF Biology Associate Professor Brad Gemmell recently published research into the dynamics of jellyfish movement (New York Times / paywall).
January 7, 2021Research
Study reveals jellyfish create a ‘virtual wall’ to enhance performance
New research led by the University of South Florida has uncovered one of the reasons jellyfish have come to be known as the “world’s most efficient swimmer.” (USF Newsroom)
January 7, 2021Research
USF researchers discover promising new compound to open constricted airways
In a preclinical study, Dr. Stephen Liggett, MD, and colleagues identified and characterized 18 new compounds (agonists) that activate bitter taste receptor subtype TAS2R5 to promote relaxation (dilation) of human airway smooth muscle cells (News-Medical.Net).
Lost African American Cemeteries Researched By USF Students
The research team's focus will center on Zion Cemetery in Tampa and St. Petersburg's Oaklawn Cemetery (Patch).
January 4, 2021Research, Student Research
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