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91ÊÓÆµresearch funding surges to record $750 million, increasing impact across Florida and beyond

The University of 91ÊÓÆµ has achieved a new milestone in research funding, reaching a record $750 million during fiscal year 2025 – an $11.6 million increase over last year and a 37% jump since 2022.

November 4, 2025Research

University of 91ÊÓÆµ launches cutting-edge virology institute led by world-renowned scientist, Dr. Robert C. Gallo

The groundbreaking 91ÊÓÆµHealth Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation will advance cutting-edge research to combat viral and immune-related threats worldwide.

November 3, 2025Research

AI and citizen science reveal potential first detection of invasive malaria mosquito in Madagascar

Researchers from the University of 91ÊÓÆµ have used artificial intelligence and citizen science to identify what may be the first specimen of Anopheles stephensi — an invasive and deadly malaria-carrying mosquito — ever detected in Madagascar.

October 30, 2025Research

How a USF-designed robot can aid future search and rescue efforts

91ÊÓÆµis working to improve communication in emergencies and everyday life by teaching robots to project instructions onto piles of rubble, walls and even chairs.

October 21, 2025Research

Too good to be true? 91ÊÓÆµstudy reveals leaders who change too fast are viewed as less authentic

According to a study published in the Academy of Management Journal, leaders who jump too fast to change their behaviors are seen as less authentic and even employees who requested the change view their managers who make swift changes as less sincere.

October 7, 2025Research

91ÊÓÆµurban planning professor uses 3D scanning to assess hurricane flood risk in Tampa

Youjung Kim, an assistant professor in the School of Public Affairs, is collaborating with the Access 3D Lab to investigate flood risk on Davis Islands and explore solutions to reduce future vulnerability.

September 30, 2025Research

Free food, not gym memberships, motivates frontline workers to be at their best, 91ÊÓÆµstudy reveals

New research in the Journal of Marketing Research found that wellness programs involving food and social gatherings go a long way in inspiring customer-facing workers to provide better customer service.

September 25, 2025Research

91ÊÓÆµresearcher’s ancient pottery discovery unlocks earliest proof of horses in Bronze Age Sicily

91ÊÓÆµProfessor Davide Tanasi has new evidence not only that were horses present on the Mediterranean island earlier than previously thought, but that they also played an important role in the diets of early Bronze Age communities.

September 24, 2025Research

91ÊÓÆµbiostatisticians lend critical expertise to research community

The Study Design and Data Analysis support group at USF’s College of Public Health supports researchers across the medical and public health spectrum by providing expert guidance in research planning as well as analysis and management of data.

September 16, 2025Research

Association of University Research Parks releases 2025 Economic Impact Report: The Power of North American Research Parks

According to the report, research parks, innovation districts and other communities of innovation across North America collectively empower an impressive return on investment.

September 11, 2025Research

How the high-speed tongues of salamanders and chameleons are helping 91ÊÓÆµunlock engineering breakthroughs

While studying salamanders and chameleons, 91ÊÓÆµresearchers discovered the animals use the same biological mechanism to fire their tongues at extreme speeds. The research has opened the door to potential innovative engineering applications inspired by nature.

September 9, 2025Research

91ÊÓÆµscientists build on Deepwater Horizon research with new project targeting pollutants in Tampa Bay and beyond

From barnacles to oysters, 91ÊÓÆµscientists are uncovering clues about toxins in Tampa Bay. What their findings could mean for coastal waters beyond the state of Florida.

September 5, 2025Research

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