/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usWed, 17 Dec 2025 19:33:38 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/health/news/2025/usf-tgh-surgeon-performs-first-fully-robotic-microsurgery-procedure.aspxThis innovation allows surgeons to perform delicate tissue dissection and vessel preparation with unmatched control, marking a new era in minimally invasive care for patients living with lymphedema.External ArticleThu, 11 Dec 2025 14:19:34 USF Health, TGH surgeon performs nation’s first fully robotic microsurgery with FDA-cleared NanoWrist® instrumentsThis innovation allows surgeons to perform delicate tissue dissection and vessel preparation with unmatched control, marking a new era in minimally invasive care for patients living with lymphedema.Surgeons at TGH perform robotic surgery/health/news/2025/usf-tgh-surgeon-performs-first-fully-robotic-microsurgery-procedure.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tampa General Hospital,USF Health/health/news/2025/veterans-powering-landmark-hyperbaric-oxygen-research.aspxA team of military veterans and researchers are leading a landmark clinical trial at USF Health, testing whether hyperbaric oxygen therapy can improve life for fellow service members living with traumatic brain injury and PTSD.External ArticleMon, 10 Nov 2025 08:36:34 Veteran-led mission: Meet the service members powering USF’s landmark hyperbaric oxygen therapy researchA team of military veterans and researchers are leading a landmark clinical trial at USF Health, testing whether hyperbaric oxygen therapy can improve life for fellow service members living with traumatic brain injury and PTSD.Three military veterans/health/news/2025/veterans-powering-landmark-hyperbaric-oxygen-research.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthUSF Health,USF Health Morsani College of Medicine/news/2025/how-gut-health-and-food-can-transform-diabetes-management-and-prevent-disease.aspxUSF researcher Hariom Yadav is uncovering how strengthening gut health through nutrient-rich foods could help prevent chronic diseases – transforming the way we think about medicine.Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:29:27 How gut health and food can transform diabetes management and prevent diseaseUSF researcher Hariom Yadav is uncovering how strengthening gut health through nutrient-rich foods could help prevent chronic diseases – transforming the way we think about medicine.Yogurt with fruit/news/2025/how-gut-health-and-food-can-transform-diabetes-management-and-prevent-disease.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tina Meketa,USF Health/news/2025/usf-research-funding-surges-to-record-750-million-increasing-impact-across-florida-and-beyond.aspxIndustry partnerships have propelled the Íøºì±¬ÁÏ to a record $750 million in research funding. The surge positions USF closer to its $1 billion goal.Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:46:53 USF research funding surges to record $750 million, increasing impact across Florida and beyondIndustry partnerships have propelled the Íøºì±¬ÁÏ to a record $750 million in research funding. The surge positions USF closer to its $1 billion goal.Two women in a lab/news/2025/usf-research-funding-surges-to-record-750-million-increasing-impact-across-florida-and-beyond.aspxResearch and Innovation,University NewsBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,College of Marine Science,Institute of Applied Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyUSF,Research and Innovation,Tina Meketa,USF Health/health/news/2025/usf-launches-virology-institute-led-by-dr-robert-gallo.aspxThe groundbreaking USF Health Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation will advance cutting-edge research to combat viral and immune-related threats worldwide.External ArticleFri, 31 Oct 2025 10:06:29 Íøºì±¬ÁÏ launches cutting-edge virology institute led by world-renowned scientist, Dr. Robert C. GalloThe groundbreaking USF Health Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation will advance cutting-edge research to combat viral and immune-related threats worldwide.Dr. Robert Gallo/health/news/2025/usf-launches-virology-institute-led-by-dr-robert-gallo.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthGlobal Virus Network,USF Health/health/news/2025/haley-calloway-clinical-audiologist.aspxDr. Haley Calloway's personal and professional efforts are a continuation of the lessons she learned from her sister, and she hopes that every patient encounter will be a tribute to her memory.External ArticleMon, 29 Sep 2025 09:11:58 USF Health audiologist honors sister’s legacy through a life of serviceDr. Haley Calloway's personal and professional efforts are a continuation of the lessons she learned from her sister, and she hopes that every patient encounter will be a tribute to her memory.Dr. Haley Calloway gives the Go Bulls hand signal/health/news/2025/haley-calloway-clinical-audiologist.aspxUSF HealthMorsani College of Medicine,USF Health/health/news/2025/menopause-bensoussan.aspxA new USF Health study in the journal Menopause provides a comprehensive and innovative examination of how falling hormone levels during menopause may affect women's vocal tone and quality.External ArticleWed, 10 Sep 2025 11:35:04 Menopause can disrupt women’s vocal tone and quality, says USF Health vocal researcherA new USF Health study in the journal Menopause provides a comprehensive and innovative examination of how falling hormone levels during menopause may affect women's vocal tone and quality.Yael Bensoussan/health/news/2025/menopause-bensoussan.aspxResearch and InnovationMorsani College of Medicine,USF Health/health/news/2025/thinakaran-microglia.aspxA type of brain cell that plays a vital role in maintaining neural networks and repairing injuries lies at the core of a promising newly published Nature study on Alzheimer’s disease from the USF Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Center and Research Institute.External ArticleThu, 04 Sep 2025 14:00:50 USF Health researchers find gene variant may increase Alzheimer’s risk by slowing brain’s natural cleanupA type of brain cell that plays a vital role in maintaining neural networks and repairing injuries lies at the core of a promising newly published Nature study on Alzheimer’s disease from the USF Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Center and Research Institute.Gopal Thinakaran/health/news/2025/thinakaran-microglia.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthByrd Alzheimer’s Center,Morsani College of Medicine,USF Health/health/news/2025/usf-research-rewrites-origins-of-first-pandemic.aspxFor the first time, researchers at USF have uncovered direct genomic evidence of the bacterium behind the Plague of Justinian in a mass grave in the ancient city of Jerash, Jordan. The discovery underscores plague’s ongoing relevance as a resident of northern Arizona recently died from pneumonic plague and another individual in California tested positive for the disease. External ArticleThu, 28 Aug 2025 13:50:42 USF, FAU researchers solve 1,500-year-old mystery: The bacterium behind the first pandemicFor the first time, researchers at USF have uncovered direct genomic evidence of the bacterium behind the Plague of Justinian in a mass grave in the ancient city of Jerash, Jordan. The discovery underscores plague’s ongoing relevance as a resident of northern Arizona recently died from pneumonic plague and another individual in California tested positive for the disease. Buildings in Jerash, Jordan/health/news/2025/usf-research-rewrites-origins-of-first-pandemic.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthUSF Health/health/news/2025/usf-joins-sunshine-genetics-consortium.aspxUSF Health is leveraging its position as Florida’s leader in genetic counseling as part of the Sunshine Genetics Consortium, helping launch a statewide program allowing families to have their newborn’s entire genetic code sequenced at birth.External ArticleFri, 15 Aug 2025 15:47:17 USF joins statewide effort to expand newborn genetic screening and genomic medicineUSF Health is leveraging its position as Florida’s leader in genetic counseling as part of the Sunshine Genetics Consortium, helping launch a statewide program allowing families to have their newborn’s entire genetic code sequenced at birth.President Rhea Law, Rep. Adam Anderson, Dr. Charles Lockwood and representative from Tampa General Hospital/health/news/2025/usf-joins-sunshine-genetics-consortium.aspxUSF HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tampa General Hospital,USF Health/health/news/2025/staph-jama.aspxThe treatment tested use of an antibiotic known under the brand name Dalvance as a possible alternative to antibiotics that must be administered intravenously. The drug shows promise in fighting Staphylococcus aureus bacteria, the leading cause of death by bloodstream infections worldwide.External ArticleThu, 14 Aug 2025 13:21:03 USF Health and Tampa General Hospital collaborate on more efficient treatment of deadly infectionsThe treatment tested use of an antibiotic known under the brand name Dalvance as a possible alternative to antibiotics that must be administered intravenously. The drug shows promise in fighting Staphylococcus aureus bacteria, the leading cause of death by bloodstream infections worldwide.Dr. Kami Kim/health/news/2025/staph-jama.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and Innovation,USF HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tampa General Hospital,USF Health/health/news/2025/usf-launches-undergraduate-healthcare-simulation.aspxThe Íøºì±¬ÁÏ is launching the world’s first university-based undergraduate concentration in Health Care Simulation Operations — a rapidly growing discipline aimed at advancing patient safety and care quality using cutting-edge simulation technologies.External ArticleWed, 06 Aug 2025 00:08:19 Íøºì±¬ÁÏ launches groundbreaking undergraduate concentration in health care simulationThe Íøºì±¬ÁÏ is launching the world’s first university-based undergraduate concentration in Health Care Simulation Operations — a rapidly growing discipline aimed at advancing patient safety and care quality using cutting-edge simulation technologies.Students stand around simulation dummy/health/news/2025/usf-launches-undergraduate-healthcare-simulation.aspxStudent Success,USF HealthCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,USF Health/health/news/2025/tgh-best-hospital.aspxTampa General Hospital has been ranked the No. 1 hospital in Tampa Bay for the 10th consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report in its 2025-2026 Best Hospitals rankings. TGH also earned national Top 50 recognition in six specialties – all led or co-led by USF Health faculty – including OB-GYN, which rose to No. 5 in the nation and remains Florida’s top-ranked program.External ArticleTue, 29 Jul 2025 00:12:54 USF Health specialties shine in new rankings, Tampa General named top hospital in Tampa BayTampa General Hospital has been ranked the No. 1 hospital in Tampa Bay for the 10th consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report in its 2025-2026 Best Hospitals rankings. TGH also earned national Top 50 recognition in six specialties – all led or co-led by USF Health faculty – including OB-GYN, which rose to No. 5 in the nation and remains Florida’s top-ranked program.Exterior of Tampa General Hospital/health/news/2025/tgh-best-hospital.aspxUSF HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tampa General Hospital,USF Health/health/news/2025/audiology-research.aspxThe clinical trial shows that even mild hearing loss, when treated with hearing aids and expert support, can boost mood, increase activity and reduce the risk of falling. The findings support growing evidence that better hearing promotes healthier aging.External ArticleTue, 15 Jul 2025 08:47:06 USF Health clinical trial reveals how hearing aids improve brain health and quality of lifeThe clinical trial shows that even mild hearing loss, when treated with hearing aids and expert support, can boost mood, increase activity and reduce the risk of falling. The findings support growing evidence that better hearing promotes healthier aging.Patient gets her hearing examined by USF Health audiologist/health/news/2025/audiology-research.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthMorsani College of Medicine,USF Health/health/news/2025/camls-emergency-training-rural-areas.aspxUSF Health faculty and simulation experts brought immersive simulation training directly to health providers in rural areas in Florida and Georgia as part of the CAMLS Without Walls initiative, addressing barriers to continuing medical education.External ArticleTue, 17 Jun 2025 11:26:44 USF Health brings critical emergency medicine training to rural communitiesUSF Health faculty and simulation experts brought immersive simulation training directly to health providers in rural areas in Florida and Georgia as part of the CAMLS Without Walls initiative, addressing barriers to continuing medical education.Three nurses stand over mannequin in hospital room/health/news/2025/camls-emergency-training-rural-areas.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and Innovation,USF HealthCAMLS,USF Health/health/nursing/news/2025/fdh-grant-oral-cancer-program.aspxThe multidisciplinary team from USF developed a platform that addresses critical gaps in cancer care – improving medication adherence, enhancing patient education and supporting symptom management.External ArticleWed, 21 May 2025 08:14:31 New funding from Florida Department of Health fuels transformative research for anti-cancer telemedicine programThe multidisciplinary team from USF developed a platform that addresses critical gaps in cancer care – improving medication adherence, enhancing patient education and supporting symptom management.Screen that shows different reminders on when to take medicine/health/nursing/news/2025/fdh-grant-oral-cancer-program.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthCollege of Nursing,USF Health/news/2025/three-distinguished-usf-faculty-innovators-selected-for-the-florida-inventors-hall-of-fame.aspxTheir innovations have led to important advancements in health care, dental technology and cancer treatment.Mon, 19 May 2025 11:14:58 Three distinguished USF faculty innovators selected for the Florida Inventors Hall of FameTheir innovations have led to important advancements in health care, dental technology and cancer treatment.Entrance to the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame/news/2025/three-distinguished-usf-faculty-innovators-selected-for-the-florida-inventors-hall-of-fame.aspxHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationCollege of Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyUSF,Research and Innovation,USF Health/health/news/2025/gvn-issues-urgent-call-on-h5n1.aspxThe Global Virus Network published a comprehensive analysis of the H5N1 bird flu outbreak, calling on world governments to address the threat by enhancing surveillance, implementing biosecurity measures and preparing for potential human-to-human transmission.External ArticleTue, 29 Apr 2025 08:24:41 USF-headquartered Global Virus Network issues urgent call on rising threat of H5N1 bird fluThe Global Virus Network published a comprehensive analysis of the H5N1 bird flu outbreak, calling on world governments to address the threat by enhancing surveillance, implementing biosecurity measures and preparing for potential human-to-human transmission.Researcher works in a chicken coop/health/news/2025/gvn-issues-urgent-call-on-h5n1.aspxResearch and InnovationGlobal Virus Network,USF Health/news/2025/usf-celebrates-construction-milestone-for-new-facility-aimed-at-addressing-floridas-nursing-shortage.aspxThe USF Health College of Nursing’s new 34,000-square-foot facility is set to transform nursing education, reinforcing the university’s leadership in meeting the state of Florida’s growing demand for qualified nurses.Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:56:40 USF celebrates construction milestone for new facility aimed at addressing Florida’s nursing shortageThe USF Health College of Nursing’s new 34,000-square-foot facility is set to transform nursing education, reinforcing the university’s leadership in meeting the state of Florida’s growing demand for qualified nurses.Dr. Charles J. Lockwood, executive vice president of USF Health and dean of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, Wendi Goodson-Celerin, executive vice president and chief nursing executive at Tampa General Hospital, USF President Rhea Law, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson, College of Nursing Dean Usha Menon and USF nursing student Sydney Bauer/news/2025/usf-celebrates-construction-milestone-for-new-facility-aimed-at-addressing-floridas-nursing-shortage.aspxUSF Health,University NewsCollege of Nursing,USF Health/health/news/2025/usf-medical-school-earns-highest-ranking-from-usnews.aspxThe USF Health Morsani College of Medicine has been ranked the No. 1 medical school in Florida and among just 16 in the U.S. to earn a prestigious Tier 1 designation by U.S. News & World Report. With record-breaking research funding and elite student achievement, USF Health continues to drive innovation in medical education, research and patient care.External ArticleTue, 08 Apr 2025 02:07:22 USF Health Morsani College of Medicine named top medical school in Florida and among nation’s best by U.S. News & World ReportThe USF Health Morsani College of Medicine has been ranked the No. 1 medical school in Florida and among just 16 in the U.S. to earn a prestigious Tier 1 designation by U.S. News & World Report. With record-breaking research funding and elite student achievement, USF Health continues to drive innovation in medical education, research and patient care.Graphic that says USF Morsani College of Medicine No. 1 medical school in Florida/health/news/2025/usf-medical-school-earns-highest-ranking-from-usnews.aspxUSF Health,University NewsMorsani College of Medicine,MyUSF,U.S. News and World Report,USF Health/health/news/2025/new-hypertension-and-kidney-research-center.aspxUSF has launched a new Hypertension and Kidney Research Center, which will serve as an interdisciplinary hub for cutting-edge medical research into one of the state’s most pressing health challenges.External ArticleTue, 18 Feb 2025 16:07:11 USF Health establishes new center to advance hypertension and kidney disease researchUSF has launched a new Hypertension and Kidney Research Center, which will serve as an interdisciplinary hub for cutting-edge medical research into one of the state’s most pressing health challenges.woman in the USF Health lab/health/news/2025/new-hypertension-and-kidney-research-center.aspxUSF HealthMorsani College of Medicine,USF Health/news/2025/usf-womens-lacrosse-to-make-historic-debut-with-student-athletes-studying-to-become-lawyers-chemists-and-more.aspxUSF women’s lacrosse dominated its debut game in front of more than 2,000 fans at Corbett Stadium. As the inaugural team, the players are well aware that they will forever be a part of USF history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:44:00 USF women’s lacrosse makes historic debut with student-athletes studying to become lawyers, chemists and moreUSF women’s lacrosse dominated its debut game in front of more than 2,000 fans at Corbett Stadium. As the inaugural team, the players are well aware that they will forever be a part of USF history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.USF women's lacrosse game/news/2025/usf-womens-lacrosse-to-make-historic-debut-with-student-athletes-studying-to-become-lawyers-chemists-and-more.aspxUSF Athletics,University NewsAAU,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,College of Nursing,Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering,Department of Criminology,Judy Genshaft Honors College,Muma College of Business,MyUSF,Paul Guzzo,USF Athletics,USF Health,Zimmerman School of Advertising and Communications/news/2025/how-usfs-commitment-to-the-community-is-paying-off-with-new-partnerships.aspxFrom improving area neighborhoods, to advancing innovation and strengthening ties with government agencies, USF is proving what’s possible when people of different disciplines unite. Learn more about what’s been accomplished since the formation of the Office of University Community Partnerships.Wed, 29 Jan 2025 11:22:56 USF’s commitment to community drives new partnerships and innovationFrom improving area neighborhoods, to advancing innovation and strengthening ties with government agencies, USF is proving what’s possible when people of different disciplines unite. Learn more about what’s been accomplished since the formation of the Office of University Community Partnerships.Christian Wells at community conversation event/news/2025/how-usfs-commitment-to-the-community-is-paying-off-with-new-partnerships.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AI,Research and Innovation,USF Health,University NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyUSF,Office of University Community Partnerships,Tampa General Hospital,Tina Meketa,USF Health/news/2024/how-to-stick-to-your-new-years-resolutions-according-to-usf-health-experts.aspxUSF researchers share tips to achieve your New Year’s resolutions and improve your health.Tue, 31 Dec 2024 08:05:22 How to stick to your New Year’s resolutions according to USF Health expertsUSF researchers share tips to achieve your New Year’s resolutions and improve your health.a person tying their running shoes with an Apple Watch on/news/2024/how-to-stick-to-your-new-years-resolutions-according-to-usf-health-experts.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF,USF Health/news/2024/how-gift-giving-boosts-your-health-and-well-being.aspxA USF Health expert explains how the simple act of giving can do more than spread holiday cheer and why it is the best gift you can give yourself this season.Thu, 19 Dec 2024 15:19:22 How gift giving boosts your health and well-beingA USF Health expert explains how the simple act of giving can do more than spread holiday cheer and why it is the best gift you can give yourself this season.two people exchanging a gift/news/2024/how-gift-giving-boosts-your-health-and-well-being.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Morsani College of Medicine,USF Health/health/news/2024/speaker-renner-visits-hbot-center.aspxUSF Health welcomed its first participants of a $28 million state-funded clinical trial to study the effectiveness of hyperbaric oxygen therapy on Florida service members and veterans who suffer from traumatic brain injury.External ArticleTue, 17 Dec 2024 09:45:44 USF Health launches state-funded hyperbaric oxygen therapy trial with first patientUSF Health welcomed its first participants of a $28 million state-funded clinical trial to study the effectiveness of hyperbaric oxygen therapy on Florida service members and veterans who suffer from traumatic brain injury.Dr. Harry van Loveren monitors patient in HBOT machines/health/news/2024/speaker-renner-visits-hbot-center.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthUSF Health,USF Health Morsani College of Medicine/news/2024/top-stories-of-2024.aspxAs 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on USF’s remarkable journey of triumphs – celebrating unprecedented achievements in academics, record-breaking research and exhilarating athletic seasons. The university continues to demonstrate the tremendous impact it has on our communities, forging new partnerships that define what it means to be a leading research university.Mon, 16 Dec 2024 08:29:14 Top stories of 2024As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on USF’s remarkable journey of triumphs – celebrating unprecedented achievements in academics, record-breaking research and exhilarating athletic seasons. The university continues to demonstrate the tremendous impact it has on our communities, forging new partnerships that define what it means to be a leading research university.Collage of polaroid photos with the words, 2024, a bold, new era/news/2024/top-stories-of-2024.aspxUniversity NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,College of Design Art and Performance,College of Education,College of Engineering,College of Marine Science,College of Nursing,College of Pharmacy,College of Public Health,Florida Legislature,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyUSF,President Rhea Law,Tampa General Hospital,Tina Meketa,Top Stories,USF Athletics,USF Health,USF Health Morsani College of Medicine/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxThe milestone comes during USF’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.Tue, 10 Dec 2024 13:20:14 Íøºì±¬ÁÏ sets new record with $738 million in research fundingThe milestone comes during USF’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.Neda Latifi and Russel Kramer in a research lab/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,College of Marine Science,Institute of Applied Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyUSF,Research and Innovation,Tina Meketa,USF Health,Íøºì±¬ÁÏ St. Petersburg/news/2024/how-ultra-processed-foods-may-drive-colorectal-cancer-risk.aspxThe interdisciplinary research led by Íøºì±¬ÁÏ Health and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute highlights the need to reevaluate the core components of the Western diet and paves the way for a new therapy called resolution medicine.Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:44 How ultra-processed foods may drive colorectal cancer riskThe interdisciplinary research led by Íøºì±¬ÁÏ Health and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute highlights the need to reevaluate the core components of the Western diet and paves the way for a new therapy called resolution medicine.Dr. Yeatman and Halade looking at samples in their lab together/news/2024/how-ultra-processed-foods-may-drive-colorectal-cancer-risk.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF,Tampa General Hospital,USF Health,USF Health Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/md-phd-2024.aspxThe MD/PhD program at the Íøºì±¬ÁÏ is designed to train the next generation of physician scientists – physicians who think like researchers and researchers who embed clinical relevance in their research. External ArticleMon, 18 Nov 2024 14:32:02 USF Health expands recruitment for elite MD/PhD studentsThe MD/PhD program at the Íøºì±¬ÁÏ is designed to train the next generation of physician scientists – physicians who think like researchers and researchers who embed clinical relevance in their research. Dr. Charles Lockwood gives the Go Bulls hand signal with other MD/PhD students/health/news/2024/md-phd-2024.aspxStudent Success,USF HealthUSF Health,USF Health Morsani College of Medicinehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/dedicated-benefactor-final-giftThe estate gift will go toward the USF Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Center & Research Institute – one of the world's largest stand-alone diagnostic facilities offering comprehensive memory care services under one roof. It comes from a recently deceased anonymous benefactor who had regularly donated to the Byrd Alzheimer’s Center in smaller increments since 2002.External ArticleMon, 18 Nov 2024 13:24:44 USF receives surprise $6.5 million gift to support Alzheimer’s researchThe estate gift will go toward the USF Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Center & Research Institute – one of the world's largest stand-alone diagnostic facilities offering comprehensive memory care services under one roof. It comes from a recently deceased anonymous benefactor who had regularly donated to the Byrd Alzheimer’s Center in smaller increments since 2002.Doctor puts patient in MRI machinehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/dedicated-benefactor-final-giftUSF Foundation,USF HealthByrd Alzheimer’s Center,USF Foundation,USF Health/news/2024/usf-and-tgh-partner-with-robotics-company-to-become-the-first-to-bring-life-saving-surgical-technology-to-tampa-bay.aspxThe agreement with Medical Microinstruments will help elevate the standard in reconstructive oncology and the care of cancer patients in Florida. It was signed during a special ceremony in Italy, as part of a week-long trade mission led by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.Fri, 15 Nov 2024 11:13:50 USF and TGH partner with robotics company to become the first to bring life-saving surgical technology to Tampa BayThe agreement with Medical Microinstruments will help elevate the standard in reconstructive oncology and the care of cancer patients in Florida. It was signed during a special ceremony in Italy, as part of a week-long trade mission led by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.USF President Rhea Law, TGH Cancer Institute Executive Director Dr. Eduardo Sotomayor and MMI President and CEO Mark Toland pose with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis/news/2024/usf-and-tgh-partner-with-robotics-company-to-become-the-first-to-bring-life-saving-surgical-technology-to-tampa-bay.aspxUSF Health,University NewsGovernor Ron DeSantis,Morsani College of Medicine,President Rhea Law,Ryan Hughes,Tampa General Hospital,USF Health/health/news/2024/chalsty-pediatric-clinic-ribbon-cutting.aspxThe USF Health Chalsty Pediatric Clinic offers comprehensive, team-based care to thousands of patients each year. Many of these children are underserved and have complex medical conditions, including sickle cell disease, cancer, chronic kidney disease, cystic fibrosis, epilepsy and various rare disorders.External ArticleThu, 14 Nov 2024 14:42:01 USF Health celebrates Chalsty Pediatric Clinic expansion with $1 million family giftThe USF Health Chalsty Pediatric Clinic offers comprehensive, team-based care to thousands of patients each year. Many of these children are underserved and have complex medical conditions, including sickle cell disease, cancer, chronic kidney disease, cystic fibrosis, epilepsy and various rare disorders.Ribbon cutting at Chalsty Pediatric Clinic/health/news/2024/chalsty-pediatric-clinic-ribbon-cutting.aspxUSF Foundation,USF HealthUSF Health/health/news/2024/usf-health-to-establish-flcems.aspxBased at the USF Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation in downtown Tampa, the state-funded center helps strengthen USF’s presence in the growing Tampa Medical and Research District.External ArticleTue, 29 Oct 2024 11:08:58 USF Health awarded $10 million to establish the Florida Center for Emergency Medical ServicesBased at the USF Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation in downtown Tampa, the state-funded center helps strengthen USF’s presence in the growing Tampa Medical and Research District.Ambulance outside of a building/health/news/2024/usf-health-to-establish-flcems.aspxCommunity Partnerships,USF HealthCAMLS,Morsani College of Medicine,USF Health/health/news/2024/long-covid-grant.aspxThe funding allows a multidisciplinary team of USF Health researchers to study long COVID’s potential connection to serious neurological impacts that can ultimately lead to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease and explore possible interventions.External ArticleMon, 28 Oct 2024 08:18:01 USF Health awarded $3.75 million NIH grant to study link between long COVID and Alzheimer’s diseaseThe funding allows a multidisciplinary team of USF Health researchers to study long COVID’s potential connection to serious neurological impacts that can ultimately lead to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease and explore possible interventions.Researcher holds beaker/health/news/2024/long-covid-grant.aspxCOVID-19,Research and Innovation,USF HealthCOVID-19,USF Health/health/news/2024/tgh-usfhealth-expand-affiliation-with-bridge-agreement-2024.aspxTampa General will direct more than $162 million to USF Health – an extraordinary investment to support a shared vision between the two affiliated organizations to increase integration, recruit best-in-class providers and advance research initiatives while continuing to grow the region’s economy and create jobs.External ArticleWed, 28 Aug 2024 08:54:00 USF Health and Tampa General Hospital enhance academic medicine with increased investment, greater integrationTampa General will direct more than $162 million to USF Health – an extraordinary investment to support a shared vision between the two affiliated organizations to increase integration, recruit best-in-class providers and advance research initiatives while continuing to grow the region’s economy and create jobs.Tampa General Hospital at night/health/news/2024/tgh-usfhealth-expand-affiliation-with-bridge-agreement-2024.aspxUSF HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tampa General Hospital,USF Health/health/news/2024/usf_names_new_public_health_dean.aspxDr. Sten Vermund is the current president of the Global Virus Network, which recently moved its international headquarters to USF. He joins USF after serving as dean of the Yale School of Public Health and as professor in pediatrics and clinical professor in obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive sciences at the Yale School of Medicine.External ArticleThu, 08 Aug 2024 11:02:42 USF names new dean for the USF Health College of Public HealthDr. Sten Vermund is the current president of the Global Virus Network, which recently moved its international headquarters to USF. He joins USF after serving as dean of the Yale School of Public Health and as professor in pediatrics and clinical professor in obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive sciences at the Yale School of Medicine.Headshot of Sten Vermund and graphic says, "Welcoming the new USF Health College of Public Health Dean Sten Vermund"/health/news/2024/usf_names_new_public_health_dean.aspxUSF HealthCollege of Public Health,MyUSF,USF Health/health/news/2024/fda_approves_parkinsons_treatment_based_on_usf_health_faculty_research.aspxThe new medication lasts longer and requires fewer doses for treating Parkinson’s disease, potentially offering patients significant relief from the disease’s debilitating symptoms. The FDA’s approval is based in part on findings of a study led by Dr. Robert A. Hauser, professor in the Department of Neurology and director of the USF Health Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine.External ArticleThu, 08 Aug 2024 00:26:48 FDA approves new Parkinson’s treatment following clinical trial led by USF Health researcherThe new medication lasts longer and requires fewer doses for treating Parkinson’s disease, potentially offering patients significant relief from the disease’s debilitating symptoms. The FDA’s approval is based in part on findings of a study led by Dr. Robert A. Hauser, professor in the Department of Neurology and director of the USF Health Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine.Tight shot of patient's hands next to doctor holding a clipboard/health/news/2024/fda_approves_parkinsons_treatment_based_on_usf_health_faculty_research.aspxUSF HealthMorsani College of Medicine,USF Health/health/nursing/news/2024/jamaica-partnership.aspxUSF Health leaders are working with Jamaica’s largest hospital to address its serious shortage of health care professionals – helping optimize the efficiency of clinical operations and offer training for oncology nurses.External ArticleWed, 07 Aug 2024 13:23:37 New USF Health partnership to combat severe health care shortage in JamaicaUSF Health leaders are working with Jamaica’s largest hospital to address its serious shortage of health care professionals – helping optimize the efficiency of clinical operations and offer training for oncology nurses.Group of nurses in Jamaica sit at desks joined by leaders from USF Health/health/nursing/news/2024/jamaica-partnership.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Nursing,USF Health/news/2024/usf-hosts-first-ever-summer-course-on-using-voice-and-ai-as-diagnostic-tool.aspxIn collaboration with the USF AI+X Institute, USF Health is helping train the next generation of medical professionals through the launch of its first-ever course dedicated to understanding how voice can be used as a biomarker for health.Tue, 09 Jul 2024 08:00:00 USF hosts first-ever summer course on using voice and AI as a diagnostic toolIn collaboration with the USF AI+X Institute, USF Health is helping train the next generation of medical professionals through the launch of its first-ever course dedicated to understanding how voice can be used as a biomarker for health.Three people in a doctors office, looking at a chart/news/2024/usf-hosts-first-ever-summer-course-on-using-voice-and-ai-as-diagnostic-tool.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student Success,USF HealthDonna Smith,MyUSF,One USF,USF Health/health/news/2024/gvn-collaboration.aspxThe Global Virus Network is relocating its international headquarters to the Íøºì±¬ÁÏ. With its leader, Dr. Robert Gallo, co-founder of HIV, comes his team of virologists whose expertise embody the importance of collaboration in medicine.External ArticleTue, 02 Jul 2024 10:55:47 New virology team demonstrates the global impact of research at USF HealthThe Global Virus Network is relocating its international headquarters to the Íøºì±¬ÁÏ. With its leader, Dr. Robert Gallo, co-founder of HIV, comes his team of virologists whose expertise embody the importance of collaboration in medicine.USF and Global Virus Network leaders sign an agreement at a table/health/news/2024/gvn-collaboration.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthUSF Health,USF Health Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/gallo-profile-2024.aspxAs Dr. Robert Gallo and his virology team join USF Health, learn more about the co-founder of HIV’s journey and how a family tragedy inspired him to pursue medicine.External ArticleMon, 01 Jul 2024 00:31:56 Pioneering HIV researcher to begin new journey at USFAs Dr. Robert Gallo and his virology team join USF Health, learn more about the co-founder of HIV’s journey and how a family tragedy inspired him to pursue medicine.Dr. Robert Gallo/health/news/2024/gallo-profile-2024.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthMyUSF,USF Health,USF Health Morsani College of Medicine/news/2024/chemo-drug-may-cause-significant-hearing-loss-in-longtime-cancer-survivors.aspxResearchers followed a cohort of cancer survivors for more than a decade to determine the progression of their hearing loss after their chemotherapy treatment. The findings reveal a need to enhance patient support to improve quality of life and outcomes. Thu, 27 Jun 2024 15:33:44 Chemo drug may cause significant hearing loss in longtime cancer survivors   Researchers followed a cohort of cancer survivors for more than a decade to determine the progression of their hearing loss after their chemotherapy treatment. The findings reveal a need to enhance patient support to improve quality of life and outcomes. Chemo drug may cause significant hearing loss in longtime cancer survivors   /news/2024/chemo-drug-may-cause-significant-hearing-loss-in-longtime-cancer-survivors.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Department of Medical Engineering,MyUSF,USF Healthhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/tampa-general-hospital-names-usf-health-college-nursing-simulation-labTGH is investing $4.4 million over six years to support the planning, construction and implementation of the new lab, which will be named the Tampa General Hospital USF Health College of Nursing Simulation Lab.External ArticleThu, 28 Sep 2023 09:00:00 Tampa General Hospital and USF team up to strengthen pipeline of nurses with training and educationTGH is investing $4.4 million over six years to support the planning, construction and implementation of the new lab, which will be named the Tampa General Hospital USF Health College of Nursing Simulation Lab.Nursing students work in a simulation labhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/tampa-general-hospital-names-usf-health-college-nursing-simulation-labUSF FoundationCollege of Nursing,MyUSF,Tampa General Hospital,USF Healthhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/usf-continues-landmark-dementia-prevention-research.aspxResearchers at the Íøºì±¬ÁÏ St. Petersburg campus have received a grant across the next five years from the National Institutes of Health National Institute on Aging to continue ground breaking work in dementia prevention through a clinical research study called Active Mind.External ArticleWed, 27 Sep 2023 00:00:00 Íøºì±¬ÁÏ continues landmark dementia prevention research with NIH awardResearchers at the Íøºì±¬ÁÏ St. Petersburg campus have received a grant across the next five years from the National Institutes of Health National Institute on Aging to continue ground breaking work in dementia prevention through a clinical research study called Active Mind.Woman and man sit at computerhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/usf-continues-landmark-dementia-prevention-research.aspxResearch and InnovationMyUSF,USF Health,Íøºì±¬ÁÏ St. Petersburghttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/tampa-general-hospital-25m-gift-support-usf-athleticsThe $25 million investment will name the USF Athletics District and the Tampa General Hospital Center for Athletic Excellence, which will feature key space for clinical behavioral health services.External ArticleThu, 07 Sep 2023 13:00:00 USF receives $25M gift from Tampa General Hospital to support USF Athletics DistrictThe $25 million investment will name the USF Athletics District and the Tampa General Hospital Center for Athletic Excellence, which will feature key space for clinical behavioral health services.Graphic with the USF logo and Tampa General Hospital logohttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/tampa-general-hospital-25m-gift-support-usf-athleticsUSF Athletics,USF Foundation,University NewsMyUSF,Stadium,Tampa General Hospital,USF Athletics,USF Football,USF Foundation,USF Healthhttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2023/07/18/hearing-aids-slow-cognitive-decline-in-older-adults-with-hearing-loss-and-at-risk-for-cognitive-decline/The multi-site clinical trial found that addressing hearing loss can greatly reduce the rate of which older adults develop dementia.External ArticleFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 National study with USF-designed hearing intervention shows that hearing aids can slow cognitive decline by 50 percentThe multi-site clinical trial found that addressing hearing loss can greatly reduce the rate of which older adults develop dementia.Older man wears a hearing aidhttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2023/07/18/hearing-aids-slow-cognitive-decline-in-older-adults-with-hearing-loss-and-at-risk-for-cognitive-decline/Research and Innovation,USF HealthCollege of Behavioral and Community Sciences,Morsani College of Medicine,USF Health/news/2023/centuries-old-teeth-could-indicate-the-effectiveness-of-pandemic-quarantines.aspxThrough DNA analysis, USF researchers will trace the evolution of genetics in individuals who died from the Black Death during quarantine, helping determine the effectiveness of containment measures, such as isolation and masks.Tue, 11 Jul 2023 00:00:00 Centuries-old teeth could indicate the effectiveness of pandemic quarantinesThrough DNA analysis, USF researchers will trace the evolution of genetics in individuals who died from the Black Death during quarantine, helping determine the effectiveness of containment measures, such as isolation and masks.Skull from plague/news/2023/centuries-old-teeth-could-indicate-the-effectiveness-of-pandemic-quarantines.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Public Health,MyUSF,USF Health/news/2023/state-budget-includes-significant-new-funding-for-usf-operations-and-several-major-projects.aspxThe Florida Legislature reached agreement on a state budget for the 2023-24 fiscal year that includes transformational increases in recurring operational funding and new investments in several significant projects for the Íøºì±¬ÁÏ. The budget builds on last year’s record-breaking legislative session for USF.Wed, 03 May 2023 08:00:00 State budget includes significant new funding for USF operations and several major projectsThe Florida Legislature reached agreement on a state budget for the 2023-24 fiscal year that includes transformational increases in recurring operational funding and new investments in several significant projects for the Íøºì±¬ÁÏ. The budget builds on last year’s record-breaking legislative session for USF.President Law (centered) is surrounded by students on the Florida House floor/news/2023/state-budget-includes-significant-new-funding-for-usf-operations-and-several-major-projects.aspxUniversity NewsAdam Freeman,MyUSF,USF Health,Íøºì±¬ÁÏ Sarasota-Manatee,Íøºì±¬ÁÏ St. Petersburghttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/nursingnews/usf-college-of-nursing-unveils-the-mo-bull-nurse-medical-clinic/With the help of a four-year, $3.85 million federal grant, the Mo-Bull Nurse Medical Clinic will advance nursing education and increase access to health care in medically underserved areas throughout the Tampa Bay region.External ArticleMon, 03 Apr 2023 08:00:00 USF College of Nursing unveils the Mo-Bull Nurse Medical ClinicWith the help of a four-year, $3.85 million federal grant, the Mo-Bull Nurse Medical Clinic will advance nursing education and increase access to health care in medically underserved areas throughout the Tampa Bay region.Group lines up to pose in front of the Mo-Bulls Nurse Medical Clinichttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/nursingnews/usf-college-of-nursing-unveils-the-mo-bull-nurse-medical-clinic/USF HealthCollege of Nursing,MyUSF,USF Health