Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬

Juneteenth has become the most well-known celebration for the ending of slavery in the United States and viewed by some as America’s second Independence Day. But the history of this important celebration is complex and often misunderstood.

June 17, 2024Research

A gala will honor the 2024 inductees and is scheduled for the end of October in downtown Tampa.

June 16, 2024Honors and Awards

Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ Health OB-GYN studying women’s health in space

As a member of NASA’s GeneLab group, Dr. Begum Mathyk is collaborating with a team of researchers in the field of space biology, publishing several studies as part of national portfolio on space research.

June 12, 2024Health

Judy Genshaft Honors College and Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ Research Park building recognized with architectural awards

The Florida chapter of the American Institute of Architects will recognize the Judy Genshaft Honors College and the Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ Research Park building at 3814 Spectrum Boulevard with 2024 Honor Awards of Excellence in the New Work category at the AIA Florida Convention and Trade Show next month in Palm Beach, Florida.

June 11, 2024Honors and Awards

Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ using AI to help combat malaria in Africa

Funded by the NIH, the project is an international effort that will establish a new research center in Africa to advance malaria research and deploy advanced smart traps for real-time identification of mosquitoes carrying the malaria parasite.

June 6, 2024Global Research, Health

Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ selected as the international headquarters of the Global Virus Network, co-discoverer of HIV joins faculty

The Global Virus Network is a distinguished organization comprising virologists from more than 40 countries. Co-founder and world-renowned scientist Dr. Robert Gallo will join Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬, enhancing the university’s impact as a new member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, grow its research enterprise and further build its reputation across the world.

June 5, 2024Health

New study shows vitamin C boosts DNA damage and cell death in melanoma cells

Researchers found that melanoma cells have more DNA damage and fewer antioxidant defenses compared to normal skin cells. When treated with hydrogen peroxide and vitamin C, melanoma cells showed even more DNA damage and higher cell death rates, while normal cells were protected.

June 3, 2024Health, Research

Two Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ faculty innovators selected for the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame

Two highly accomplished University of South Florida faculty members have been named to the 2024 class of the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame announced today. Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ engineering professors Sylvia Wilson Thomas and Daniel Yeh are among the nine inductees in this year’s class receiving the prestigious honor for their notable contributions to scientific and technological advancements.

May 30, 2024Honors and Awards

Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ researcher unlocking mysteries of brain development with advanced imaging and virtual reality

Through high-tech imaging and virtual reality, a University of South Florida medical engineering professor is creating a detailed map of the brain that can be used to better understand developmental disorders, such as autism, and provide earlier, more effective treatments for brain injuries and diseases.

May 23, 2024Research

National survey by Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ researchers shows voter opinions on immigration and border security, impact of politics on mental health and election distrust

Researchers at the University of South Florida have released findings from a nationwide survey that measures attitudes related to key election issues. The survey, sponsored by Cyber Florida at Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬, addresses how Americans feel about topics including immigration and border security, election distrust, the impact of politics on voters’ mental health and social media usage.

May 15, 2024Research

Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ graduate student Utkarsh Misra earns prestigious Tau Beta Pi fellowship

Utkarsh Misra, who graduates with a master’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of South Florida next month, has been awarded a prestigious Tau Beta Pi fellowship for 2024-25.

May 7, 2024Honors and Awards

Hurricane preparedness takes many forms - Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬ providing support on all fronts

When a hurricane makes its way into the Gulf of Mexico, it has the potential to impact the entire Tampa Bay region. That’s why researchers at Å·ÃÀÈý¼¶Æ¬â€™s campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee are involved in a number of innovative endeavors and public initiatives to better prepare communities for the next storm.

May 6, 2024Research