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USF researchers progress protein-based therapy for ALS patients
A protein that could provide assistance to the progression of a protein-based therapy for patients with Lou Gehrig’s disease (ALS) has been tested by researchers at the Morsani College of Medicine, ultimately leading to successful results, according to lead investigator Svitlana Garbuzova-Davis.
USF Awarded $20 Million Federal Grant To Protect Coral Reef
The National Science Foundation has awarded a $20 million grant to a University of South Florida-led (USF) team of researchers to develop a standardized approach to the protection and replenishment of coral reef and mangrove ecosystems, which serve as a barrier in protecting our coasts.
October 4, 2022Research
USF geoscientists deploy to study evacuation behavior ahead of Hurricane Ian
As the Tampa Bay region prepares for Hurricane Ian, a team of researchers led by geosciences Professor Jennifer Collins, is on the road to collect data on how individuals respond in a natural disaster.
September 26, 2022Research
USF Research Park receives international award
The University of South Florida Research Park has been named the 2022 Outstanding Research Park by the Association of University Research Parks — an international nonprofit organization that represents research parks and innovation districts.
September 23, 2022Honors and Awards, Research
USF announces partnership with MacDill
The University of South Florida announced a partnership with MacDill Air Force Base. The three-year partnership will give USF students access to internships, research projects, guest speaker and mentors.
September 22, 2022Innovation, Research
New collaboration pays off at USF and MacDill Air Force Base
The University of South Florida and MacDill Air Force Base have more in common than you might think. Now, there's a new collaboration in the works that may benefit both.
September 20, 2022Innovation, Research
The Flood Hub rises to the challenge of coastal resilience in Florida
Through improved flood forecasting, the Florida Flood Hub for Applied Research and Innovation will inform science-based policy, planning, and management decisions to support a more resilient Florida for all.
September 19, 2022Innovation, Research
USF partners with MacDill Air Force Base to grow and strengthen educational opportunities
The University of South Florida is officially joining forces with MacDill Air Force Base to increase opportunities for collaboration that will benefit both entities. With education at the forefront, the overall goal is to encourage and enhance the study of a variety of fields, including science, technology, engineering and math.
September 19, 2022Innovation, Research
USF professor: Statin use not justified for healthy people with high cholesterol
New research from David Diamond, a neuroscientist and cardiovascular disease researcher in the Department of Psychology at the University of South Florida showed LDL alone has “a very weak association” with heart disease and stroke. Their review went further, showing that when people with high LDL and optimal triglycerides and HDL were given a statin, there was no benefit.
Keeping our eyes on hurricanes
Hurricane season is ramping up. From submersible “pickup trucks” to “flying research labs,” hurricane monitoring programs help modelers predict the strength and path of tropical systems.
September 13, 2022Research
USF receives $20 million for coral, mangrove protection
The University of South Florida recently received a $20 million grant to help sustain and replenish coral reefs and mangroves that protect coastlines from dangerous wave energy and sea level rise.
September 12, 2022Research
University of South Florida rises to its highest position ever in U.S. News & World Report rankings
The University of South Florida has hit an all-time high on U.S. News & World Report’s (U.S. News) annual ranking of the best colleges in America. In the new rankings released today, USF sits at No. 42 among all public universities and No. 97 among all universities public or private.
September 12, 2022Research
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