Did you know that simple acts of gratitude and mindfulness can boost your heart health? 💚 USF research reveals that these positive psychology practices help lower blood pressure and increase activity—especially for older adults. With digital tools, these benefits last even longer! Take a moment today for your heart. #usfresearch #HeartHealth #MindfulLiving
🚢🦠 Concerned about the recent hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship in the Atlantic? Here’s what you need to know before you set sail from Florida or anywhere else.
Public health experts, including USF Public Health College Dean Dr. Sten Vermund,say the risk remains low, but awareness is key. Hantavirus is rare and usually tied to rodent exposure, not person-to-person contact or cruise travel. This is the first-ever cruise ship outbreak, and investigations are ongoing.
🔍 What is hantavirus?
A rodent-borne virus that can cause serious illness, but is uncommon in humans. Most cases happen when people breathe in dust from areas where infected rodents have been.
🛑 Symptoms to watch for:
- Fever, fatigue, muscle aches
- Headache, nausea, abdominal pain
- In severe cases: shortness of breath, respiratory distress
🛡️ How to stay safe:
- Avoid areas where rodents may be present
- Practice good hand hygiene
- Seek medical care if symptoms develop after possible exposure
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Meet the innovators shaping tomorrow! 🚀 The Florida High Tech Corridor and USF Research are fueling bold ideas with the Early-Stage Innovation Fund, awarding up to $25,000 in seed funding to faculty-led projects ready to make a real-world impact. This year’s cohort is tackling some of society’s biggest challenges, from cybersecurity and eye health to women’s wellness and stroke recovery.
🔒 HaCKSEE: Imagine learning hardware security hands-on, from anywhere! Associate Professor Robert Karam’s cloud-based platform is making advanced cybersecurity training accessible and affordable for students and professionals worldwide.
👁️ GlaucTest: What if you could test for glaucoma at home for just $30? Dr. Ramesh Ayyala’s AI-powered VR app brings clinic-level eye exams to millions, making early detection easier and more affordable than ever.
💊 Microbiome Therapeutics: Dr. Jasenka Zubcevic’s team is developing a shelf-stable supplement to support heart, brain and sleep health for menopausal women, using the power of beneficial gut bacteria.
🚶♂️ evergait Go™: Professor Kyle Reed’s wearable device helps stroke survivors relearn to walk at home, with smart sensors for remote monitoring and better outcomes.
These breakthroughs highlight the depth and diversity of USF innovation—turning research into solutions that change lives.
Which project inspires you most? Tell us below! ⬇️
#USFResearch #Innovation #ResearchImpact #FutureOfHealth #Cybersecurity #WomenInSTEM #StrokeRecovery #EyeHealth #GoBulls @usouthflorida@floridahightech@usfbellini@usfengineering@usfhealthmedicine
Through industry-sponsored capstone projects, USF biomedical engineering seniors are transforming ideas into real medical devices that tackle pressing health challenges. 🤘
This year, fourteen teams wowed faculty and industry partners with prototypes designed to improve patient care and advance clinical practices. “Our students are developing products that solve real health-related issues,” says Dr. Souheil Zekri, director of capstone design. “We set ourselves apart by creating immersive, team-based experiences with actual industry clients.”
From collaborating with companies like PainTEQ to designing devices that use healing cells for back joint repair, our students are pushing boundaries and making a difference. Senior Samantha Visconti shares: “It was intimidating at first, but you learn, adapt, and grow as you work with your team and industry partner.”
#usfresearch #BiomedicalEngineering #USFInnovation #CapstoneSuccess
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🌟 Celebrating student excellence at today’s Student Research Awards Luncheon! Proud to honor our brightest student researchers whose passion, creativity and dedication are fueling groundbreaking discoveries. Their achievements are not only shaping the future of research at USF—they’re inspiring our entire community to dream bigger and reach higher. Congratulations to all award recipients! Your work lights the path for tomorrow’s innovators. Swipe to see the faces behind the breakthroughs and join us in applauding their success! #USFResearch #StudentSuccess #FutureLeaders #ResearchImpact @usfri_seri
The 2026 OneUSF Undergraduate Research Conference turned all three campuses into a vibrant showcase of creativity, curiosity and scholarly ambition. Over 500 student research projects—from biomedical science and engineering to the arts, business, education and social sciences—highlighted the incredible depth and diversity of undergraduate inquiry. 🤘
From edible berries in cancer prevention to innovative tech for marine science, USF students are pushing boundaries and shaping the future. Congratulations to all who presented, mentored and inspired!
#USFResearch #OneUSF #UndergraduateResearch #StudentSuccess #Innovation #ResearchImpact #GoBulls
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USF student Kallie Doyle is making waves in educational research! At the Council on Undergraduate Research's national conference in Richmond, Va., Kallie presented her poster exploring how teachers and English Learner students use inferential language during remote instruction. Her work shines a spotlight on the power of meaningful conversations in the classroom and the future of inclusive education. Congratulations, Kallie, on representing USF and advancing research that matters! Swipe to see the excitement from the conference. #USFResearch #UndergraduateResearch #StudentSuccess #EducationInnovation
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The OneUSF Student Research Conference is underway at the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus! 🤘Students are sharing bold ideas and breakthrough discoveries through poster sessions and oral presentations. From innovative projects to inspiring conversations, today’s event highlights the passion and creativity fueling the next generation of researchers. Swipe to see the excitement and join us in celebrating student success! 🎉#USFResearch #OneUSF #UndergraduateResearch #StudentSuccess @usfsarasotamanatee
USF researchers are exploring how immersive tools like augmented reality (AR) can transform learning for children. However, most AR tech is designed for adults.
“Developers aren’t thinking about how children will engage with these products, which results in a frustrating experience for children,” says Julia Woodward, assistant professor at the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.
Her latest study reveals that kids ages 9–12 interact with AR in ways that are far more intuitive and exploratory than adults, but the technology often doesn’t meet them where they are. While AR can make STEM concepts come alive and reduce issues like motion sickness, the design gap means young learners aren’t getting the full benefit.
#USFResearch #AugmentedReality #STEMeducation #Innovation #FutureOfLearning #EdTech #ResearchMatters
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Celebrating innovation and achievement at the OneUSF Undergraduate Research Conference! 🌟 The excitement continues today at the USF St. Petersburg campus, where talented students are sharing bold ideas and breakthrough discoveries across every discipline. Congratulations to all of our outstanding winners! Swipe to see the next generation of researchers in action. #USFResearch #UndergraduateResearch #OneUSF #StudentSuccess #ResearchImpact @usfstpetersburg
Inspiring innovation in action! 🚀 Today, the Tampa campus came alive as talented students showcased their research at the OneUSF Undergraduate Research Conference. From creative solutions to global challenges to hands-on discoveries, we’re proud to support the next generation of researchers and leaders. Swipe to see the energy and passion fueling #USFResearch! 💡✨
Sunrise on Virginia Key: USF researchers are back on deck, launching a new science expedition to uncover the secrets of South Florida’s changing oceans. 🚢🌊
Partnering with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and the University of Miami, the USF team joins scientists from five institutions aboard the Walton Smith, ready to collect vital data that reveals what’s happening beneath the waves.
Sebastian Di Geronimo, a USF College of Marine Science grad, veteran of 37 research cruises and scientific technician in Dr. Frank Muller-Karger’s lab, analyzes seawater samples to track the health and biodiversity of Florida’s marine ecosystems. “We can use samples like this to look at which organisms are in the water, study how productive they are, and measure traits like size, color, and their genetic composition,” he explains.
This work is part of the Marine Biodiversity Observation Network (MBON), which is a decade-long, nationwide effort to monitor ocean health and spot changes invisible to the naked eye. Every seven weeks, the Southeast MBON team sets sail to gather data that helps protect our coasts for future generations.
#USFResearch #MarineScience #OceanHealth #ResearchImpact #GoBulls #ScienceAtSea @usouthflorida@marinebiodiversitynetwork@usfmarinescience
