/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usMon, 16 Sep 2024 16:31:16 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/research-innovation/news/2024/faculty-members-recognized-with-outstanding-research-achievement-awards.aspxThe variety of research includes advancing our understanding of hurricanes, improving public transit systems, pursuing new treatments for addiction, Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular and infectious diseases.External ArticleMon, 16 Sep 2024 09:01:17 Twenty-seven faculty members recognized with Outstanding Research Achievement AwardsThe variety of research includes advancing our understanding of hurricanes, improving public transit systems, pursuing new treatments for addiction, Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular and infectious diseases.ßÙßÇÂþ»­: A Preeminent Research University/research-innovation/news/2024/faculty-members-recognized-with-outstanding-research-achievement-awards.aspxHonors and AwardsMyUSF,Research and Innovation/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-florida-high-tech-corridor-partner-to-support-advancement-of-innovations.aspxAI literacy, bilingual educator training, immersive learning experiences and social and emotional learning curriculum will receive $100,000 boost.External ArticleThu, 29 Aug 2024 14:03:55 USF, Florida High Tech Corridor partner to support advancement of innovationsAI literacy, bilingual educator training, immersive learning experiences and social and emotional learning curriculum will receive $100,000 boost.ßÙßÇÂþ»­: A Preeminent Research University/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-florida-high-tech-corridor-partner-to-support-advancement-of-innovations.aspxResearch and InnovationResearch and Innovation/research-innovation/news/2024/four-innovative-start-ups-awarded-foundation-brag-funding-to-advance-usf-technologies.aspxThe ßÙßÇÂþ»­ Foundation and the ßÙßÇÂþ»­ Research Foundation are proud to announce the latest recipients of Foundation Bull Ring Accelerator Grants (BRAG).External ArticleThu, 29 Aug 2024 11:40:22 Four innovative start-ups awarded Foundation BRAG funding to advance USF technologiesThe ßÙßÇÂþ»­ Foundation and the ßÙßÇÂþ»­ Research Foundation are proud to announce the latest recipients of Foundation Bull Ring Accelerator Grants (BRAG).Four innovative start-ups awarded Foundation BRAG funding to advance USF technologies/research-innovation/news/2024/four-innovative-start-ups-awarded-foundation-brag-funding-to-advance-usf-technologies.aspxResearch and InnovationMyUSF,Research and Innovation/news/2024/headlines-from-the-first-half-of-2024.aspxAs a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, USF's dynamic labs and groundbreaking fieldwork have solidified its status as a leading research university. In just the past six months, USF has broken records, united the community in support of its athletics programs and established numerous innovative partnerships.Mon, 08 Jul 2024 14:50:41 USF's highlights from the first half of 2024As a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, USF's dynamic labs and groundbreaking fieldwork have solidified its status as a leading research university. In just the past six months, USF has broken records, united the community in support of its athletics programs and established numerous innovative partnerships.Entrance to the ßÙßÇÂþ»­/news/2024/headlines-from-the-first-half-of-2024.aspxUniversity NewsMyUSF,Research and Innovation,Tina Meketa,USF Athletics/news/2024/usf-projects-selected-for-new-research-program-bring-the-potential-to-solve-critical-challenges.aspxFour interdisciplinary teams of USF researchers have each been awarded up to $1 million in seed funding through the Collaborative Research Excellence and Translational Efforts awards – a new initiative designed to catalyze new research and enhance USF’s impact.Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:18:21 USF projects selected for new research program bring the potential to solve critical challengesFour interdisciplinary teams of USF researchers have each been awarded up to $1 million in seed funding through the Collaborative Research Excellence and Translational Efforts awards – a new initiative designed to catalyze new research and enhance USF’s impact.Les Shaw and doctoral student Emilee Muster/news/2024/usf-projects-selected-for-new-research-program-bring-the-potential-to-solve-critical-challenges.aspxHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationMyUSF,Research and Innovation/news/2024/usf-researcher-unlocking-mysteries-of-brain-development-with-advanced-imaging-and-virtual-reality.aspxWith a $3.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, the project promises to unveil the mysteries of how the brain is wired, offering hope for improved disease and injury treatments.Thu, 23 May 2024 14:42:58 USF researcher unlocking mysteries of brain development with advanced imaging and virtual realityWith a $3.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, the project promises to unveil the mysteries of how the brain is wired, offering hope for improved disease and injury treatments.USF researcher unlocking mysteries of brain development with advanced imaging and virtual reality/news/2024/usf-researcher-unlocking-mysteries-of-brain-development-with-advanced-imaging-and-virtual-reality.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Medical Engineering,MyUSF,Research and Innovation/research-innovation/news/2024/four-usf-faculty-among-150th-anniversary-class-of-fellows-of-american-association-for-advancement-of-science.aspxContributions range in the fields of metabolic engineering and biomanufacturing, to pioneering advances in molecular medicine, integrating biomass and algae technologies to reduce society's carbon footprint and leadership in geoscience education.External ArticleThu, 18 Apr 2024 10:33:55 Four USF faculty members elected fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of ScienceContributions range in the fields of metabolic engineering and biomanufacturing, to pioneering advances in molecular medicine, integrating biomass and algae technologies to reduce society's carbon footprint and leadership in geoscience education.2023 AAAS Fellows/research-innovation/news/2024/four-usf-faculty-among-150th-anniversary-class-of-fellows-of-american-association-for-advancement-of-science.aspxHonors and AwardsResearch and Innovation/news/2024/usf-research-funding-reaches-record-high-692-million.aspxResearch funding awarded to USF reached an all-time high of $692 million in fiscal year 2023, representing an increase of nearly 27% from the previous year and elevating USF’s stature as one of the nation’s most research-intensive universities.Mon, 18 Mar 2024 09:00:00 USF research funding reaches record high of $692 millionResearch funding awarded to USF reached an all-time high of $692 million in fiscal year 2023, representing an increase of nearly 27% from the previous year and elevating USF’s stature as one of the nation’s most research-intensive universities.USF research funding reaches record high of $692 million/news/2024/usf-research-funding-reaches-record-high-692-million.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Engineering,College of Nursing,MyUSF,Research and Innovation,Tina Meketa/research-innovation/news/2024/three-startups-receive-brag-grants-to-commercialize-new-inventions-and-antibiotics.aspxAn AI-driven technology that can improve communication abilities for individuals with speech or language impairments, a new surface coating that reduces heat retention to cool surfaces during hot weather and a novel medicine to combat antibiotic resistance are the products of three start-up companies that have recently received Foundation Bull Ring Accelerator Grants.External ArticleMon, 04 Mar 2024 13:14:56 Three ßÙßÇÂþ»­ start-ups receive grants to commercialize new inventions and antibioticsAn AI-driven technology that can improve communication abilities for individuals with speech or language impairments, a new surface coating that reduces heat retention to cool surfaces during hot weather and a novel medicine to combat antibiotic resistance are the products of three start-up companies that have recently received Foundation Bull Ring Accelerator Grants.iNur Technologies device/research-innovation/news/2024/three-startups-receive-brag-grants-to-commercialize-new-inventions-and-antibiotics.aspxResearch and InnovationMyUSF,Research and Innovation,USF Foundation/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-faculty-recognized-with-excellence-in-innovation-awards.aspxThree ßÙßÇÂþ»­ professors who have developed new technologies for stroke identification, blood flow monitoring and neural implants have been named recipients of the university’s Excellence in Innovation Awards.External ArticleFri, 16 Feb 2024 09:26:59 USF faculty members recognized with Excellence in Innovation AwardsThree ßÙßÇÂþ»­ professors who have developed new technologies for stroke identification, blood flow monitoring and neural implants have been named recipients of the university’s Excellence in Innovation Awards.Stephen Saddow, ASHWIN PARTHASARATHY, Scott Burgin/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-faculty-recognized-with-excellence-in-innovation-awards.aspxHonors and AwardsMyUSF,Research and Innovation/news/2024/usf-ranks-among-the-top-15-public-universities-in-new-patents.aspxFor the 11th consecutive year, the ßÙßÇÂþ»­ is one of the top 15 American public research universities for producing new U.S. utility patents, according to a new ranking released today by the National Academy of Inventors.Thu, 15 Feb 2024 16:53:16 USF ranks among the top 15 public universities in new patentsFor the 11th consecutive year, the ßÙßÇÂþ»­ is one of the top 15 American public research universities for producing new U.S. utility patents, according to a new ranking released today by the National Academy of Inventors.Patented of Innovation wall/news/2024/usf-ranks-among-the-top-15-public-universities-in-new-patents.aspxResearch and InnovationMyUSF,National Academy of Inventors,Research and Innovation/news/2024/usf-research-expenditures-up-14-surging-to-more-than-461-million.aspxFrom advancements in health care to cybersecurity to K-12 education, the ßÙßÇÂþ»­â€™s research enterprise continues to achieve tremendous growth, including funding from federal agencies such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense.Tue, 13 Feb 2024 06:58:35 USF research expenditures up 14%, surging to more than $461 millionFrom advancements in health care to cybersecurity to K-12 education, the ßÙßÇÂþ»­â€™s research enterprise continues to achieve tremendous growth, including funding from federal agencies such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense.Researcher in lab/news/2024/usf-research-expenditures-up-14-surging-to-more-than-461-million.aspxResearch and InnovationMyUSF,National Science Foundation,Research and Innovation,Tina Meketa/research-innovation/news/2023/undergraduate-research-initiative-commits-110k-to-support-more-than-70-usf-students.aspxProjects include experiential learning opportunities in science communication, fieldwork planning & preparation, data analysis and oceanic equipment maintenance and design.External ArticleTue, 05 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Undergraduate Research Initiative commits $110K to support more than 70 ßÙßÇÂþ»­ studentsProjects include experiential learning opportunities in science communication, fieldwork planning & preparation, data analysis and oceanic equipment maintenance and design.Man speaks with student at conference/research-innovation/news/2023/undergraduate-research-initiative-commits-110k-to-support-more-than-70-usf-students.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student SuccessResearch and Innovation/research-innovation/news/2023/usf-selected-to-host-hundreds-of-young-inventors.aspxThe ßÙßÇÂþ»­ was named the official Florida state affiliate for Invention Convention Worldwide, a competition from The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. The program will give students statewide the opportunity to showcase their inventive projects, compete for awards and potentially advance to the national competition.External ArticleTue, 07 Nov 2023 09:00:00 ßÙßÇÂþ»­ selected to host hundreds of young inventors from across the state in annual competitionThe ßÙßÇÂþ»­ was named the official Florida state affiliate for Invention Convention Worldwide, a competition from The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. The program will give students statewide the opportunity to showcase their inventive projects, compete for awards and potentially advance to the national competition.Student looks at vial during science class/research-innovation/news/2023/usf-selected-to-host-hundreds-of-young-inventors.aspxResearch and InnovationMyUSF,Research and Innovation/news/2023/tampa-bay-wave-and-usf-launch-healthtechx-accelerator-in-2024.aspxPowered by a grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration, the new initiative, scheduled to launch in mid-2024, marks a significant milestone in fostering innovation, supporting high-potential healthtech startups and promoting entrepreneurship in the Tampa Bay region.Thu, 02 Nov 2023 18:00:00 USF to launch HealthTech|X Accelerator with Tampa Bay WavePowered by a grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration, the new initiative, scheduled to launch in mid-2024, marks a significant milestone in fostering innovation, supporting high-potential healthtech startups and promoting entrepreneurship in the Tampa Bay region.Downtown Tampa skyline/news/2023/tampa-bay-wave-and-usf-launch-healthtechx-accelerator-in-2024.aspxCommunity PartnershipsResearch and Innovation,Tampa Bay Wave/news/2023/usf-sees-sharp-rise-in-innovations-and-technology.aspxThe number of new inventions, technologies and works of authorship formally disclosed by USF researchers is up nearly 25 percent since 2019. The secret behind the rise: the implementation of new tools, the help of student interns and consistent, high-level performance from USF inventors.Thu, 12 Oct 2023 10:00:00 ßÙßÇÂþ»­ sees sharp rise in innovations and technologyThe number of new inventions, technologies and works of authorship formally disclosed by USF researchers is up nearly 25 percent since 2019. The secret behind the rise: the implementation of new tools, the help of student interns and consistent, high-level performance from USF inventors.ßÙßÇÂþ»­ sees sharp rise in innovations and technology/news/2023/usf-sees-sharp-rise-in-innovations-and-technology.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF,Research and Innovation,Technology Transfer Office/research-innovation/news/2023/tech-hub-consortium.aspxThe ßÙßÇÂþ»­ is leading an expansive effort to help Tampa Bay secure the federal designation of Cybersecurity and Technology Innovation Hub — a prolific indicator of the region’s potential for rapid technology-led economic growth.External ArticleThu, 31 Aug 2023 08:00:00 USF leads consortium effort to designate Tampa Bay a national tech hub in cybersecurityThe ßÙßÇÂþ»­ is leading an expansive effort to help Tampa Bay secure the federal designation of Cybersecurity and Technology Innovation Hub — a prolific indicator of the region’s potential for rapid technology-led economic growth.Graphic shows lock infront of keyboard/research-innovation/news/2023/tech-hub-consortium.aspxResearch and InnovationMyUSF,Research and Innovation,Tampa Bay/news/2023/following-commercialization-usf-tech-provides-sanitation-to-south-africa.aspxThe solar-powered NEWgenerator provides off-grid sanitation technology and generates nutrients, energy and water by safely recovering them from human wastewater. It’s the first unit to be manufactured since the USF Technology Transfer Office signed a licensing agreement in 2020.Mon, 21 Aug 2023 08:00:00 Following commercialization, USF tech provides sanitation to South AfricaThe solar-powered NEWgenerator provides off-grid sanitation technology and generates nutrients, energy and water by safely recovering them from human wastewater. It’s the first unit to be manufactured since the USF Technology Transfer Office signed a licensing agreement in 2020.Daniel Yeh, Robert Bair and Ntwanano Mandlazi/news/2023/following-commercialization-usf-tech-provides-sanitation-to-south-africa.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationCollege of Engineering,MyUSF,Research and Innovation,Technology Transfer Office,Tina Meketa/research-innovation/news/2023/2023-outstanding-faculty-research-awards.aspxFrom improving water quality to advancing mental health care, to pursuing new treatments for Alzheimer’s and cardiovascular disease, 22 USF faculty members are being recognized next month with Faculty Outstanding Research Acheivement Awards.External ArticleMon, 14 Aug 2023 00:00:00 Twenty-two USF faculty members recognized with Outstanding Research Achievement AwardsFrom improving water quality to advancing mental health care, to pursuing new treatments for Alzheimer’s and cardiovascular disease, 22 USF faculty members are being recognized next month with Faculty Outstanding Research Acheivement Awards.Graphic with images that contain headshots of 22 award recipients/research-innovation/news/2023/2023-outstanding-faculty-research-awards.aspxHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationMyUSF,Research and Innovation/research-innovation/news/2023/usfri-corridor-announce-awards-early-stage-innovation-fund.aspxUSF Research & Innovation and the Florida High Tech Corridor are partnering to provide $75,000 to support the advancement of technologies developed by USF researchers.External ArticleTue, 27 Jun 2023 10:30:00 USF, Corridor collaboration supports sustainable manufacturing, defense technology and Alzheimer’s researchUSF Research & Innovation and the Florida High Tech Corridor are partnering to provide $75,000 to support the advancement of technologies developed by USF researchers.Man in a research lab/research-innovation/news/2023/usfri-corridor-announce-awards-early-stage-innovation-fund.aspxResearch and InnovationFlorida High Tech Corridor,MyUSF,Research and Innovation/news/2023/as-covid-19-pandemic-marks-3-year-anniversary-usf-researchers-release-key-findings-from-natl-public-survey.aspxResearchers at the ßÙßÇÂþ»­ have released results from a nationwide survey that measures attitudes related to the COVD-19 pandemic. The findings include opinions about vaccines, concerns about potential future outbreaks and the role political affiliations play in these results. Tue, 14 Mar 2023 08:00:00 As COVID-19 pandemic marks three-year anniversary, USF researchers release key findings from national public opinion surveyResearchers at the ßÙßÇÂþ»­ have released results from a nationwide survey that measures attitudes related to the COVD-19 pandemic. The findings include opinions about vaccines, concerns about potential future outbreaks and the role political affiliations play in these results. A graphic depiction of COVID-19 cells/news/2023/as-covid-19-pandemic-marks-3-year-anniversary-usf-researchers-release-key-findings-from-natl-public-survey.aspxUniversity NewsAlthea Johnson,COVID-19,Coronavirus,Research and Innovation/research-innovation/news/2023/usf-research-innovation-fhtc-partner-fund-early-stage-innovation-awards.aspxThe 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.External ArticleTue, 28 Feb 2023 08:00:00 USF Research & Innovation and the Florida High Tech Corridor partner to fund Early-Stage Innovation AwardsThe 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.Graphic says the Florida high tech corridor early-stage innovation fund/research-innovation/news/2023/usf-research-innovation-fhtc-partner-fund-early-stage-innovation-awards.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Behavioral and Community Sciences,College of Engineering,Florida High Tech Corridor,MyUSF,Research and Innovation,USF Health Morsani College of Medicine/research-innovation/news/2022/two-usf-faculty-2022-fellows-nai.aspxDr. Barry Bercu and Sylvia Thomas are recognized for their breakthrough discoveries and inventions in the diagnosis and treatment of challenging diseases.External ArticleThu, 08 Dec 2022 00:00:00 Two USF faculty members receive honors from National Academy of InventorsDr. Barry Bercu and Sylvia Thomas are recognized for their breakthrough discoveries and inventions in the diagnosis and treatment of challenging diseases.Dr. Barry Bercu and Sylvia Thomas/research-innovation/news/2022/two-usf-faculty-2022-fellows-nai.aspxHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationCollege of Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyUSF,National Academy of Inventors,Research and Innovation/research-innovation/news/2022/fhtc-usf-reseach-innovation-undergrad-research.aspxThrough the newly formed Undergraduate Research Initiative, more than 150 students will receive paid research engagements, training and opportunities to present their work.External ArticleMon, 21 Nov 2022 09:00:00 USF Research & Innovation, Florida High Tech Corridor invest in undergraduate research across USFThrough the newly formed Undergraduate Research Initiative, more than 150 students will receive paid research engagements, training and opportunities to present their work.Lab scene/research-innovation/news/2022/fhtc-usf-reseach-innovation-undergrad-research.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student SuccessFlorida High Tech Corridor,MyUSF,Research and Innovation