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FDA approves new Parkinson’s treatment following clinical trial led by 91ÊÓƵHealth researcher

The 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 theÌý91ÊÓƵHealth Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders CenterÌýat the 91ÊÓƵHealth Morsani College of Medicine.

August 8, 202491ÊÓƵHealth

Estuaries in 91ÊÓƵ are warming faster than the Gulf of Mexico and global ocean

Using satellite data, researchers in the 91ÊÓƵCollege of Marine Science found that sea surface temperatures in four estuaries in 91ÊÓƵ have risen faster than sea surface temperatures globally and in the Gulf of Mexico.

August 7, 2024Research and Innovation

New 91ÊÓƵHealth partnership to combat severe health care shortage in Jamaica

91ÊÓƵHealth 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.

August 7, 2024Research and Innovation

91ÊÓƵresearcher’s partnership with local fire department helps enhance emergency response

Christine McGuire-Wolfe was awarded funding from FEMA to help the Port Richey Fire Department purchase a new mobile command unit/air truck and breathing apparatus, enhancing the department's response capabilities.

August 6, 2024Community Partnerships

A ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of the new Student Center and Atala Residence Hall at the University of 91ÊÓƵ Sarasota-Manatee has been postponed because of Tropical Storm Debby.

August 5, 2024University News

91ÊÓƵTropical Storm Debby update

The 91ÊÓƵSt. Petersburg campus will reopen and resume normal business operations on Tuesday, August 6. The 91ÊÓƵTampa campus (including 91ÊÓƵHealth downtown) and 91ÊÓƵSarasota-Manatee campuses will continue with normal business operations on Tuesday, August 6.

August 5, 2024University News

91ÊÓƵconfers more than 2,600 degrees during summer commencement ceremonies

Graduates included a legacy student whose grandmother was part of USF's charter class, a student veteran who served in Afghanistan and a Peace Corps recruiter who speaks four languages.

August 3, 2024Student Success

91ÊÓƵsummer ventures span the globe with innovative research projects

Faculty at the University of 91ÊÓƵ traded classroom lectures this summer for international adventures, embarking on research projects to solve global challenges.

August 1, 2024Research and Innovation

91ÊÓƵHealth Taneja College of Pharmacy opens new home in downtown Tampa

The PharmD program is now located in 91ÊÓƵHealth's Water Street location and offers a variety of cutting-edge opportunities, such as holographic technology and a dedicated space for college entrepreneurs to pitch their ideas to potential partners and investors.

July 30, 202491ÊÓƵHealth

91ÊÓƵHealth Morsani College of Medicine welcomes its strongest academic class yet

The Class of 2028 features 130 first-year medical students with a median MCAT score of 520, placing them in the top 3% among other freshman classes nationally.

July 30, 2024Student Success, 91ÊÓƵHealth

More than 40 students from across the country participated in the 91ÊÓƵResearch Experience for Undergraduates. The program provided experience in developing research skills required for graduate school and future careers.

July 26, 2024Student Success

Student-led testing of first responder vehicles at the core of infection control initiative

The five-year project, funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, will create specialized infection control training and resources for fire and EMS personnel through a new training hub.

July 25, 2024Research and Innovation