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91ÊÓƵto advance autonomous vehicle technology research

91ÊÓƵhas launched a new academic partnership with COAST Autonomous, helping accelerate research in self-driving vehicle technology and expand workforce training opportunities for the next generation of engineers.

July 23, 2025Research and Innovation, Student Success

Florida military veteran improves mobility, comfort with medical device invented by 91ÊÓƵengineering students

A group of 91ÊÓƵengineering students turned their class project into something truly life-changing: a custom-designed mobility device for a Marine Corps veteran with a spinal cord injury. Their innovative solution not only transformed her quality of life – it shows how hands-on learning and compassion can shape the future of health care.

July 21, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation, Student Success

91ÊÓƵstudent rocket team soars in national NASA competition

The University of 91ÊÓƵ's Society of Aeronautics and Rocketry team completed a NASA Student Launch Competition and brought home an award for successfully designing and then sending a model rocket over 4,000 feet while transmitting data.

June 10, 2025Student Success

Three distinguished 91ÊÓƵfaculty innovators selected for the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame

Their innovations have led to important advancements in health care, dental technology and cancer treatment.

May 19, 2025Honors and Awards, Research and Innovation

The estate gift, from alum Mike Crew, will support an already-established scholarship along with a new professorship and lecture series.

May 14, 202591ÊÓƵFoundation

Waseem Albaba

A passion for video games, combined with a skateboarding accident, guided Waseem Albaba toward a career in cybersecurity.

May 2, 2025Cyber/AI, Student Success

91ÊÓƵstrengthens research into potential military brain injury with new federal funding

Results from a key study led by the University of 91ÊÓƵ about potential brain injuries in members of the military are driving significant new investment from the U.S. Department of Defense – reinforcing the vital role of academic research in solving some of the nation’s most critical challenges.

April 16, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation

U.S. News & World Report ranks 91ÊÓƵa national leader for dozens of graduate programs

The University of 91ÊÓƵ has 31 graduate programs ranked in the top 100 nationally by U.S. News & World Report, including 15 in the top 50 and five in the top 25. With standout programs such as industrial-organizational psychology, criminology and rehabilitation counseling, 91ÊÓƵcontinues to rise as a leader in graduate education and research excellence.

April 8, 2025Student Success, University News

USF’s Student Green Energy Fund projects make a lasting impact on campus sustainability

Since its launch, the 91ÊÓƵprogram has powered more than 60 projects, from rooftop solar panels and EV charging stations to solar umbrellas with built-in USB ports – driving sustainability one innovation at a time.

April 3, 202591ÊÓƵ, Student Success

Eleven 91ÊÓƵfaculty among 2024 class of Fellows of American Association for the Advancement of Science

This is the third largest cohort from any university in the nation. Recognition as an AAAS Fellow is a distinguished lifetime honor within the scientific community.

March 27, 2025Honors and Awards, Research and Innovation

91ÊÓƵranks among top 20 public universities for new patents

Based on the 82 new patents secured in 2024, 91ÊÓƵis 16th among U.S. public research universities, 26th among all American public or private universities and 38th among universities worldwide.

March 11, 2025Research and Innovation

John Licato helping bring Florida’s first AI and cybersecurity college to life at USF

John Licato is pioneering the future. His interest in video games led to a passion for technology, and he has since dedicated his education, research and career to the field. As an associate professor at the University of 91ÊÓƵ, he shares his passion with students and teaches the future AI and cybersecurity leaders of tomorrow. 

March 7, 2025Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation