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Celebrating the women of Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬
From their grandmothers, to Gloria Steinem and Jane Goodall, women across Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ share who inspired their passion and careers.
March 1, 2023University News

Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ researcher attempts to set world record by living underwater for 100 days – hopes to emerge ‘super-human’
Following his military career as a diving saturation officer, Joseph Dituri will examine how exposure to increased pressure will impact the human body and break the world record for days spent in an underwater habitat.
March 1, 2023Research and Innovation

Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ Research & Innovation and the Florida High Tech Corridor partner to fund Early-Stage Innovation Awards
The funding supports a first-of-its-kind, AI-based language translation tool for stroke patients with aphasia, a prototype device to reduce structural malfunctions in critical manufactured products and infrastructure and an AI-based tool to deliver custom music therapy to aging populations.
February 28, 2023Research and Innovation
The Global Virus Network encompasses the world’s foremost virologists from 71 centers of excellence in 40 nations – all working to prevent illness and death from viral diseases posing threats to humanity.
February 28, 2023Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ Health
An online platform developed by researchers at the University of South Florida, in close collaboration with anti-trafficking professionals and survivors, will help victims of human trafficking escape their situations and get back on their feet by streamlining efforts to connect them with organizations and resources in Tampa Bay.
February 24, 2023Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation

Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ faculty members encourage colleagues to explore the possibilities of AI across disciplines
In a series of seminars and workshops, University of South Florida faculty are addressing the myriad effects artificial intelligence technologies, such as ChatGPT, will have on research and teaching in higher education.
February 23, 2023Research and Innovation

Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ School of Music offers free classes to the community
The Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ School of Music has launched two, 10-week courses for free as a part of its Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ Community Music Project. Open to nearly all ages and levels, this semester’s courses are Shades of Broadway and Beatmakers Club.
February 21, 2023University News

Nearly 90 'forgotten' cemeteries now included in national database created at Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬
The Black Cemetery Network launched in 2021, documenting the stories and grassroots efforts to uncover and preserve historic Black cemeteries across the nation.
February 21, 2023Research and Innovation

Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ students reduce stigma surrounding mental health through creative expression
Rehearsals are underway for the Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ production of This Is My Brave: College Edition. Through creative expression, Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ students living with mental illness share their stories on stage in front of the community to break down the stigma surrounding mental health. In conjunction with the stage show, is the integration of the Photovoice exhibit.
February 20, 2023Campus Life, University News

Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ associate professor embraces AI to create art that explores alternate realities
From drawing to sculpting, to photography, video, animation and 3D printing, McArthur Freeman’s artwork explores the Black diaspora. His diverse methods inspire students to pursue careers in the fine arts and entertainment fields.
February 17, 2023Community Partnerships

Five Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ faculty elected Senior Members of the National Academy of Inventors
NAI Senior Members are active faculty, scientists and administrators who have demonstrated remarkable innovation producing technologies that have brought real impact on the welfare of society. They also have growing success in patents, licensing and commercialization, while educating and mentoring the next generation of inventors.
February 15, 2023Honors and Awards, Research and Innovation
A $1.5 million investment by The Rapid7 Cybersecurity Foundation will fund the joint endeavor, providing hands-on learning opportunities to the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
February 13, 2023Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation, Student Success