/news/Recent posts from ÌÇÐÄVlog Newsen-usTue, 21 Apr 2026 01:52:42 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/news/2026/fluorescent-imaging-reveals-how-a-global-parasite-develops.aspxInfectious disease researchers at the ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Morsani College of Medicine tailored a fluorescent imaging system to observe the growth of Toxoplasma gondii in real time.Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:14:10 Fluorescent imaging reveals how a global parasite develops, opening new paths for drug treatmentInfectious disease researchers at the ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Morsani College of Medicine tailored a fluorescent imaging system to observe the growth of Toxoplasma gondii in real time.ÌÇÐÄVlog: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/fluorescent-imaging-reveals-how-a-global-parasite-develops.aspxResearch and InnovationJoey Garcia,Morsani College of Medicine,Research and Innovation/health/news/2026/usf-launches-nations-first-fully-integrated-voice-and-hearing-institute.aspxThe ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Institute for Voice and Hearing Innovation is the first in the nation to bring together multidisciplinary patient care and clinical research for disorders of communication and swallowing in a single, fully integrated space.External ArticleFri, 06 Feb 2026 00:50:03 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health launches nation’s first fully integrated institute for voice, hearing and swallowing care and researchThe ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Institute for Voice and Hearing Innovation is the first in the nation to bring together multidisciplinary patient care and clinical research for disorders of communication and swallowing in a single, fully integrated space.Group cuts ribbon for ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Institute for Voice and Hearing Innovation/health/news/2026/usf-launches-nations-first-fully-integrated-voice-and-hearing-institute.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health/news/2026/questions-and-answers-about-the-flu-with-usf-health-dr-michael-teng.aspxAs flu cases rise across the country, ÌÇÐÄVlog Health virologist Dr. Michael Teng explains what makes this season unique and how you can best take care of yourself and your family.Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:32:59 Why is the flu so bad this year?As flu cases rise across the country, ÌÇÐÄVlog Health virologist Dr. Michael Teng explains what makes this season unique and how you can best take care of yourself and your family.Woman sits on a couch blowing her nose/news/2026/questions-and-answers-about-the-flu-with-usf-health-dr-michael-teng.aspxResearch and Innovation,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Ryan Hughes,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health/health/news/2025/opioid-alternatives.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog Health researchers are making dramatic strides in understanding how new opioid compounds work inside the body to provide pain relief, offering greater hope that new classes of these drugs may eventually be used to relieve pain without potentially deadly side effects.External ArticleThu, 18 Dec 2025 09:00:43 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health researchers seeking better, safer alternatives to current opioid drugsÌÇÐÄVlog Health researchers are making dramatic strides in understanding how new opioid compounds work inside the body to provide pain relief, offering greater hope that new classes of these drugs may eventually be used to relieve pain without potentially deadly side effects.Laura M. Bohn/health/news/2025/opioid-alternatives.aspxResearch and Innovation,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health/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 ÌÇÐÄVlog 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,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tampa General Hospital,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health/news/2025/how-gut-health-and-food-can-transform-diabetes-management-and-prevent-disease.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog 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 diseaseÌÇÐÄVlog 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,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tina Meketa,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health/news/2025/usf-research-funding-surges-to-record-750-million-increasing-impact-across-florida-and-beyond.aspxIndustry partnerships have propelled the ÌÇÐÄVlog to a record $750 million in research funding. The surge positions ÌÇÐÄVlog closer to its $1 billion goal.Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:46:53 ÌÇÐÄVlog research funding surges to record $750 million, increasing impact across Florida and beyondIndustry partnerships have propelled the ÌÇÐÄVlog to a record $750 million in research funding. The surge positions ÌÇÐÄVlog 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,MyÌÇÐÄVlog,Research and Innovation,Tina Meketa,ÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog 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.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health/news/2025/usf-welcomes-record-breaking-class-sees-increase-in-student-engagement.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog is welcoming a record-breaking incoming class, attracting students from across the country and around the world drawn by academic opportunities, a strong sense of community, and historically high academic achievement. The university is expanding campus engagement, with events and experiences that help students build connections and grow both academically and personally.Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:01:11 ÌÇÐÄVlog welcomes record-breaking class, sees increase in student engagementÌÇÐÄVlog is welcoming a record-breaking incoming class, attracting students from across the country and around the world drawn by academic opportunities, a strong sense of community, and historically high academic achievement. The university is expanding campus engagement, with events and experiences that help students build connections and grow both academically and personally.ÌÇÐÄVlog: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/usf-welcomes-record-breaking-class-sees-increase-in-student-engagement.aspxStudent SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,Morsani College of Medicine,Muma College of Business,Paul Guzzo/health/news/2025/menopause-bensoussan.aspxA new ÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health vocal researcherA new ÌÇÐÄVlog 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,ÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Center and Research Institute.External ArticleThu, 04 Sep 2025 14:00:50 ÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Center and Research Institute.Gopal Thinakaran/health/news/2025/thinakaran-microglia.aspxResearch and Innovation,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthByrd Alzheimer’s Center,Morsani College of Medicine,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health/news/2025/how-usf-researchers-are-leading-the-fight-against-mrsa.aspxWith new support from the National Institutes of Health and ÌÇÐÄVlog’s CREATE Award, ÌÇÐÄVlog researchers are unraveling how MRSA evolves and spreads, shaping new treatments, training future scientists and confronting emerging strains in Florida and beyond.Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:00:20 How ÌÇÐÄVlog researchers are leading the fight against MRSAWith new support from the National Institutes of Health and ÌÇÐÄVlog’s CREATE Award, ÌÇÐÄVlog researchers are unraveling how MRSA evolves and spreads, shaping new treatments, training future scientists and confronting emerging strains in Florida and beyond.Shaw examining MRSA under the light in a dish/news/2025/how-usf-researchers-are-leading-the-fight-against-mrsa.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,Morsani College of Medicine,MyÌÇÐÄVlog/health/news/2025/usf-joins-sunshine-genetics-consortium.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog joins statewide effort to expand newborn genetic screening and genomic medicineÌÇÐÄVlog 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.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tampa General Hospital,ÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog 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,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tampa General Hospital,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health/health/news/2025/usf-launches-undergraduate-healthcare-simulation.aspxThe ÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog launches groundbreaking undergraduate concentration in health care simulationThe ÌÇÐÄVlog 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,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,ÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog 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.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tampa General Hospital,ÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health audiologist/health/news/2025/audiology-research.aspxResearch and Innovation,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,ÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog 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,MyÌÇÐÄVlog,Research and Innovation,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health/health/news/2025/gut-probiotic-dementia.aspxIf unhealthy viruses and bacteria can increase the risk of dementia, can scientists find the right mix of "good" bacteria to lower the risk of cognitive decline? ÌÇÐÄVlog researcher Hariom Yadav has developed a promising cocktail.External ArticleTue, 06 May 2025 08:11:15 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health researchers developing probiotic cocktail that may help ward off dementiaIf unhealthy viruses and bacteria can increase the risk of dementia, can scientists find the right mix of "good" bacteria to lower the risk of cognitive decline? ÌÇÐÄVlog researcher Hariom Yadav has developed a promising cocktail.ÌÇÐÄVlog Health researcher Hariom Yadav/health/news/2025/gut-probiotic-dementia.aspxResearch and Innovation,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,MyÌÇÐÄVlog/health/news/2025/gut-virome.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog researchers have discovered harmful viruses in the gut change as people age, attacking other microorganisms in the gut in a pattern linked to increased risk of dementia.External ArticleTue, 29 Apr 2025 08:07:03 The gut-brain connection: Harmful viruses in the gut may contribute to dementiaÌÇÐÄVlog researchers have discovered harmful viruses in the gut change as people age, attacking other microorganisms in the gut in a pattern linked to increased risk of dementia.Bacteria/health/news/2025/gut-virome.aspxResearch and Innovation,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/usf-medical-school-earns-highest-ranking-from-usnews.aspxThe ÌÇÐÄVlog 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, ÌÇÐÄVlog Health continues to drive innovation in medical education, research and patient care.External ArticleTue, 08 Apr 2025 02:07:22 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Morsani College of Medicine named top medical school in Florida and among nation’s best by U.S. News & World ReportThe ÌÇÐÄVlog 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, ÌÇÐÄVlog Health continues to drive innovation in medical education, research and patient care.Graphic that says ÌÇÐÄVlog Morsani College of Medicine No. 1 medical school in Florida/health/news/2025/usf-medical-school-earns-highest-ranking-from-usnews.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog Health,University NewsMorsani College of Medicine,MyÌÇÐÄVlog,U.S. News and World Report,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health/health/news/2025/class-of-2025-medical-school-match-day.aspxNearly 200 ÌÇÐÄVlog students joined thousands of medical students across the country in simultaneously learning where they will spend the next chapter of their careers training in their chosen specialties. For these students, the moment marked the culmination of years of rigorous study, clinical training and a highly competitive application process.External ArticleMon, 24 Mar 2025 08:40:44 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Morsani College of Medicine students celebrate ‘magical’ Match DayNearly 200 ÌÇÐÄVlog students joined thousands of medical students across the country in simultaneously learning where they will spend the next chapter of their careers training in their chosen specialties. For these students, the moment marked the culmination of years of rigorous study, clinical training and a highly competitive application process.ÌÇÐÄVlog student shares her excitement over matching with her medical school/health/news/2025/class-of-2025-medical-school-match-day.aspxStudent Success,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine/research-innovation/news/2025/usf-ranks-among-top-20-public-universities-in-new-patents.aspxBased on the 82 new patents secured in 2024, ÌÇÐÄVlog is 16th among U.S. public research universities, 26th among all American public or private universities and 38th among universities worldwide.External ArticleTue, 11 Mar 2025 10:46:27 ÌÇÐÄVlog ranks among top 20 public universities for new patentsBased on the 82 new patents secured in 2024, ÌÇÐÄVlog is 16th among U.S. public research universities, 26th among all American public or private universities and 38th among universities worldwide.3-D printed heart/research-innovation/news/2025/usf-ranks-among-top-20-public-universities-in-new-patents.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyÌÇÐÄVlog,Research and Innovation/news/2025/how-dr-yael-bensoussan-uses-ai-and-the-human-voice-at-to-detect-disease.aspxDr. Yael Bensoussan didn’t always dream of becoming a doctor. She started her career as a professional singer but an injury to her vocal cords eventually altered her journey. This experience sparked an interest in studying and treating the voice to help others who go through similar situations.Fri, 07 Mar 2025 11:27:55 How Dr. Yael Bensoussan uses AI and the human voice at ÌÇÐÄVlog to detect diseaseDr. Yael Bensoussan didn’t always dream of becoming a doctor. She started her career as a professional singer but an injury to her vocal cords eventually altered her journey. This experience sparked an interest in studying and treating the voice to help others who go through similar situations.Dr. Yael Bensoussan from ÌÇÐÄVlog Health/news/2025/how-dr-yael-bensoussan-uses-ai-and-the-human-voice-at-to-detect-disease.aspxResearch and Innovation,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthBe Bold,Dave Scheiber,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/new-hypertension-and-kidney-research-center.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health establishes new center to advance hypertension and kidney disease researchÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health lab/health/news/2025/new-hypertension-and-kidney-research-center.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health/health/news/2025/h5n1-update.aspxExperts from ÌÇÐÄVlog Health and the Global Virus Network discuss the current avian influenza outbreak in poultry, dairy cattle and wild birds and how they're working to prevent its spread to humans.External ArticleTue, 14 Jan 2025 11:30:55 How worried should we be about avian flu?Experts from ÌÇÐÄVlog Health and the Global Virus Network discuss the current avian influenza outbreak in poultry, dairy cattle and wild birds and how they're working to prevent its spread to humans.Researchers in a chicken farm/health/news/2025/h5n1-update.aspxResearch and Innovation,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthGlobal Virus Network,Morsani College of Medicine,MyÌÇÐÄVlog/news/2024/how-gift-giving-boosts-your-health-and-well-being.aspxA ÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog 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,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxThe milestone comes during ÌÇÐÄVlog’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 ÌÇÐÄVlog sets new record with $738 million in research fundingThe milestone comes during ÌÇÐÄVlog’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,MyÌÇÐÄVlog,Research and Innovation,Tina Meketa,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health,ÌÇÐÄVlog St. Petersburg/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 ÌÇÐÄVlog 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.ÌÇÐÄVlog 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.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog Health,University NewsGovernor Ron DeSantis,Morsani College of Medicine,President Rhea Law,Ryan Hughes,Tampa General Hospital,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health/news/2024/usf-student-intersects-medicine-and-law.aspxAhmed-Zayn Mohamed's remarkable journey from ÌÇÐÄVlog's youngest graduate to a resident in medicine and practicing lawyer blends two powerful fields into a career focused on innovation and patient care. Mohamed’s story showcases the power of ambition, a supportive academic environment and a unique vision for the future.Wed, 13 Nov 2024 00:36:48 ÌÇÐÄVlog student intersects medicine and lawAhmed-Zayn Mohamed's remarkable journey from ÌÇÐÄVlog's youngest graduate to a resident in medicine and practicing lawyer blends two powerful fields into a career focused on innovation and patient care. Mohamed’s story showcases the power of ambition, a supportive academic environment and a unique vision for the future.Zayn Mohamed looking at a screen showing an MRI scan. Text says, Boundless Bulls./news/2024/usf-student-intersects-medicine-and-law.aspxStudent Success,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthAlumni,Boundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,Morsani College of Medicine,MyÌÇÐÄVlog/health/news/2024/hippocratic-tree-and-hippocrates-bust-dedication-ceremony.aspxThe ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Morsani College of Medicine joins a prestigious group of medical schools to house a direct descendent of the Hippocratic tree where the ancient Greek physician was believed to have taught his medical students.External ArticleTue, 05 Nov 2024 00:54:40 Hippocratic tree and commemorative bust donated to ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Morsani College of MedicineThe ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Morsani College of Medicine joins a prestigious group of medical schools to house a direct descendent of the Hippocratic tree where the ancient Greek physician was believed to have taught his medical students.Tree with sign that says "Property of ÌÇÐÄVlog, Hippocratic Oath Tree"/health/news/2024/hippocratic-tree-and-hippocrates-bust-dedication-ceremony.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/usf-health-to-establish-flcems.aspxBased at the ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation in downtown Tampa, the state-funded center helps strengthen ÌÇÐÄVlog’s presence in the growing Tampa Medical and Research District.External ArticleTue, 29 Oct 2024 11:08:58 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health awarded $10 million to establish the Florida Center for Emergency Medical ServicesBased at the ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation in downtown Tampa, the state-funded center helps strengthen ÌÇÐÄVlog’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,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthCAMLS,Morsani College of Medicine,ÌÇÐÄVlog Healthhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/they-give-so-others-can-succeedThe estate gift from alum Valerie Riddle and her husband, David Reader, will support the ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Morsani College of Medicine, ÌÇÐÄVlog Women in Leadership & Philanthropy and ÌÇÐÄVlog Athletics’ Stampede for Women.External ArticleMon, 28 Oct 2024 08:11:27 ÌÇÐÄVlog alum donates $1.5 million gift, building on legacy and impactThe estate gift from alum Valerie Riddle and her husband, David Reader, will support the ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Morsani College of Medicine, ÌÇÐÄVlog Women in Leadership & Philanthropy and ÌÇÐÄVlog Athletics’ Stampede for Women.Valeria Riddlehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/they-give-so-others-can-succeedÌÇÐÄVlog FoundationMorsani College of Medicine,ÌÇÐÄVlog Athletics,ÌÇÐÄVlog Foundation/health/news/2024/tgh-usfhealth-expand-affiliation-with-bridge-agreement-2024.aspxTampa General will direct more than $162 million to ÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health and Tampa General Hospital enhance academic medicine with increased investment, greater integrationTampa General will direct more than $162 million to ÌÇÐÄVlog 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.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tampa General Hospital,ÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center at the ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Morsani College of Medicine.External ArticleThu, 08 Aug 2024 00:26:48 FDA approves new Parkinson’s treatment following clinical trial led by ÌÇÐÄVlog 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 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center at the ÌÇÐÄVlog 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.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health/health/news/2024/mathyk-space-2024.aspxAs a member of NASA’s GeneLab group, Dr. Begum Mathyk is collaborating with a team of researchers in the field of space biology, publishing several studies as part of national portfolio on space research.External ArticleWed, 12 Jun 2024 08:48:59 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health OB-GYN studying women’s health in spaceAs a member of NASA’s GeneLab group, Dr. Begum Mathyk is collaborating with a team of researchers in the field of space biology, publishing several studies as part of national portfolio on space research.ÌÇÐÄVlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/mathyk-space-2024.aspxResearch and Innovation,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,MyÌÇÐÄVlog/health/news/2024/gallo.gvn.health.aspxThe Global Virus Network is a distinguished organization comprised of virologists from more than 40 countries. Co-founder and world-renowned scientist Dr. Robert Gallo will join ÌÇÐÄVlog, enhancing the university’s impact as a new member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, grow its research enterprise and further build its reputation across the world.External ArticleWed, 05 Jun 2024 14:37:05 ÌÇÐÄVlog selected as the international headquarters of the Global Virus Network, co-discoverer of HIV joins facultyThe Global Virus Network is a distinguished organization comprised of virologists from more than 40 countries. Co-founder and world-renowned scientist Dr. Robert Gallo will join ÌÇÐÄVlog, enhancing the university’s impact as a new member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, grow its research enterprise and further build its reputation across the world.ÌÇÐÄVlog chosen as Global Virus Network HQ; HIV co-discoverer Dr. Robert Gallo joins faculty/health/news/2024/gallo.gvn.health.aspxResearch and Innovation,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health,University NewsGlobal Virus Network,Morsani College of Medicine,MyÌÇÐÄVlog/health/news/2024/behavioral_health_hospital_topping_off_celebration.aspxThe new TGH Behavioral Health Hospital and the recent announcement that ÌÇÐÄVlog will create the Florida Center for Behavioral Health Workforce – funded by a new state law – demonstrate the university’s leadership in addressing the critical need for mental health services.External ArticleMon, 13 May 2024 18:25:23 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health and Tampa General Hospital partner to launch one of Florida’s first behavioral health teaching hospitalsThe new TGH Behavioral Health Hospital and the recent announcement that ÌÇÐÄVlog will create the Florida Center for Behavioral Health Workforce – funded by a new state law – demonstrate the university’s leadership in addressing the critical need for mental health services.Group stands near beam of new hospital/health/news/2024/behavioral_health_hospital_topping_off_celebration.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog HealthFlorida Legislature,Morsani College of Medicine,MyÌÇÐÄVlog,Tampa General Hospital/news/2023/new-this-year-2023.aspxBulls returning to ÌÇÐÄVlog will enjoy new facilities, campus recreation and dining options on all three campuses.Mon, 14 Aug 2023 09:00:00 New This YearBulls returning to ÌÇÐÄVlog will enjoy new facilities, campus recreation and dining options on all three campuses.New This Year. Graphic thumbnail says, "new this year" in front of a photo of buildings on the ÌÇÐÄVlog Tampa campus./news/2023/new-this-year-2023.aspxCampus Life,Student Success,ÌÇÐÄVlog Athletics,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health,University NewsCollege of Nursing,Judy Genshaft Honors College,Morsani College of Medicine,MyÌÇÐÄVlog,Torie Doll,ÌÇÐÄVlog Dining Services,ÌÇÐÄVlog Sarasota-Manatee,ÌÇÐÄVlog St. Petersburghttps://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 ÌÇÐÄVlog-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,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthCollege of Behavioral and Community Sciences,Morsani College of Medicine,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health/news/2023/usf-dr-deep-sea-breaks-world-record-for-living-underwater.aspxHyperbaric researcher and biomedical engineer Joseph Dituri is teaching his students online while living 22 feet underwater to research how the human body responds to long-term exposure to pressure. He's been living in an underwater habitat since March 1.Mon, 15 May 2023 10:00:00 ÌÇÐÄVlog’s Dr. Deep Sea breaks world record for living underwaterHyperbaric researcher and biomedical engineer Joseph Dituri is teaching his students online while living 22 feet underwater to research how the human body responds to long-term exposure to pressure. He's been living in an underwater habitat since March 1.Dituri exploring the ocean throughout his underwater mission/news/2023/usf-dr-deep-sea-breaks-world-record-for-living-underwater.aspxResearch and InnovationBiomedical Engineering,Cassidy Delamarter,College of Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine/news/2023/following-historic-legislative-year-usf-students-leaders-and-alumni-show-their-appreciation-during-usf-day-at-the-capitol.aspxMore than 100 students and alumni joined ÌÇÐÄVlog leadership in Tallahassee on Wednesday for ÌÇÐÄVlog Day at the Capitol ¬– an annual gathering that offers an opportunity to raise awareness about the university and its priorities ahead of the legislative session, which begins March 7.Wed, 08 Feb 2023 17:35:00 Looking to build on ÌÇÐÄVlog’s historic legislative year, students, alumni and university leaders participate in ÌÇÐÄVlog Day at the CapitolMore than 100 students and alumni joined ÌÇÐÄVlog leadership in Tallahassee on Wednesday for ÌÇÐÄVlog Day at the Capitol ¬– an annual gathering that offers an opportunity to raise awareness about the university and its priorities ahead of the legislative session, which begins March 7.Group gathers on the senate floor/news/2023/following-historic-legislative-year-usf-students-leaders-and-alumni-show-their-appreciation-during-usf-day-at-the-capitol.aspxUniversity NewsBoard of Governors,Board of Trustees,College of Nursing,Florida Legislature,Morsani College of Medicine,MyÌÇÐÄVlog,Tina Meketa,ÌÇÐÄVlog Health,ÌÇÐÄVlog St. Petersburg/research-innovation/news/2022/two-usf-faculty-2022-fellows-nai.aspxDr. Barry Bercu and Sylvia Thomas are recognized for their breakthrough discoveries and inventions in the diagnosis and treatment of challenging diseases.External ArticleThu, 08 Dec 2022 00:00:00 Two ÌÇÐÄVlog faculty members receive honors from National Academy of InventorsDr. Barry Bercu and Sylvia Thomas are recognized for their breakthrough discoveries and inventions in the diagnosis and treatment of challenging diseases.Dr. Barry Bercu and Sylvia Thomas/research-innovation/news/2022/two-usf-faculty-2022-fellows-nai.aspxHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationCollege of Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyÌÇÐÄVlog,National Academy of Inventors,Research and Innovation/news/2022/usf-to-receive-6-million-gift-to-support-biomedical-engineering-research.aspxAnonymous donor's planned gift to benefit College of Engineering, Morsani College of Medicine.Tue, 18 Oct 2022 09:30:00 ÌÇÐÄVlog to receive $6 million gift to support biomedical engineering researchAnonymous donor's planned gift to benefit College of Engineering, Morsani College of Medicine.Woman in biomedical engineering lab/news/2022/usf-to-receive-6-million-gift-to-support-biomedical-engineering-research.aspxÌÇÐÄVlog FoundationCollege of Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyÌÇÐÄVlog/news/2022/usf-researchers-advance-efforts-to-develop-a-protein-based-treatment-therapy-for-individuals-with-als.aspxResearchers at the ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Morsani College of Medicine successfully tested a protein that has the potential to aid in the development of a protein-based therapy for patients with ALS.Tue, 04 Oct 2022 00:00:00 ÌÇÐÄVlog researchers advance efforts to develop a protein-based treatment therapy for individuals with ALSResearchers at the ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Morsani College of Medicine successfully tested a protein that has the potential to aid in the development of a protein-based therapy for patients with ALS.Testing proteins/news/2022/usf-researchers-advance-efforts-to-develop-a-protein-based-treatment-therapy-for-individuals-with-als.aspxResearch and Innovation,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthCassidy Delamarter,Morsani College of Medicine,MyÌÇÐÄVloghttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2021/07/13/usf-awarded-four-year-69-9-million-nih-grant-to-continue-type-1-diabetes-research/The National Institutes of Health has awarded the ÌÇÐÄVlog total expected funds of $69.9 million over the next four years to continue the follow-up of study participants in The Environment Determinants of Diabetes in The Young consortium.External ArticleTue, 13 Jul 2021 00:00:00 ÌÇÐÄVlog awarded four-year, $69.9 million NIH grant to continue type 1 diabetes researchThe National Institutes of Health has awarded the ÌÇÐÄVlog total expected funds of $69.9 million over the next four years to continue the follow-up of study participants in The Environment Determinants of Diabetes in The Young consortium.Jeffrey Krischer, PhD, is principal investigator of the TEDDY studyhttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2021/07/13/usf-awarded-four-year-69-9-million-nih-grant-to-continue-type-1-diabetes-research/Research and Innovation,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,TEDDYhttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2021/05/03/usf-team-uses-new-neuroimaging-technique-to-study-physiological-effects-of-brain-stimulation-to-treat-depression/Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation, or rTMS, was FDA approved in 2008 as a safe and effective noninvasive treatment for severe depression resistant to antidepressant medications. A small coil positioned near the scalp generates repetitive, pulsed magnetic waves that pass through the skull and stimulate brain cells to relieve symptoms of depression. The procedure has few side effects and is typically prescribed as an alternative or supplemental therapy when multiple antidepressant medications and/or psychotherapy do not work.External ArticleTue, 04 May 2021 00:00:00 ÌÇÐÄVlog team uses new neuroimaging technique to study physiological effects of brain stimulation to treat depressionRepetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation, or rTMS, was FDA approved in 2008 as a safe and effective noninvasive treatment for severe depression resistant to antidepressant medications. A small coil positioned near the scalp generates repetitive, pulsed magnetic waves that pass through the skull and stimulate brain cells to relieve symptoms of depression. The procedure has few side effects and is typically prescribed as an alternative or supplemental therapy when multiple antidepressant medications and/or psychotherapy do not work.A graphic illustration showing a brain with electrical signals around ithttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2021/05/03/usf-team-uses-new-neuroimaging-technique-to-study-physiological-effects-of-brain-stimulation-to-treat-depression/Research and Innovation,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicinehttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2021/04/14/nih-study-of-allergic-reactions-to-moderna-pfizer-biontech-covid-19-vaccines-begins-at-usf-health/ÌÇÐÄVlog Health is participating in a National Institutes of Health clinical trial to determine whether highly allergic people or those with mast cell disorders are at greater risk for severe, immediate allergic reactions to the Moderna or Pfizer-BioNTech COVID vaccines. A mast cell disorder is caused by a type of white blood cell that is abnormal, overly active or both, predisposing a person to life-threatening reactions that resemble allergic reactions.External ArticleWed, 14 Apr 2021 00:00:00 NIH study of allergic reactions to Moderna, Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines begins at ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthÌÇÐÄVlog Health is participating in a National Institutes of Health clinical trial to determine whether highly allergic people or those with mast cell disorders are at greater risk for severe, immediate allergic reactions to the Moderna or Pfizer-BioNTech COVID vaccines. A mast cell disorder is caused by a type of white blood cell that is abnormal, overly active or both, predisposing a person to life-threatening reactions that resemble allergic reactions.A vial of the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccinehttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2021/04/14/nih-study-of-allergic-reactions-to-moderna-pfizer-biontech-covid-19-vaccines-begins-at-usf-health/COVID-19,Research and Innovation,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthCoronavirus,Morsani College of Medicinehttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2021/04/06/usf-awarded-five-year-44-4-million-nih-grant-to-test-whether-computerized-brain-training-can-reduce-dementia-risk-in-older-adults/The National Institutes of Health has awarded the ÌÇÐÄVlog total expected funds of $44.4 million over the next five years to study whether computerized brain training exercises can reduce the risk of mild cognitive impairment, and dementias like Alzheimer’s disease, in older adults.External ArticleTue, 06 Apr 2021 00:00:00 ÌÇÐÄVlog awarded five-year, $44.4 million NIH grant to test whether computerized brain training reduces dementia risk in older adultsThe National Institutes of Health has awarded the ÌÇÐÄVlog total expected funds of $44.4 million over the next five years to study whether computerized brain training exercises can reduce the risk of mild cognitive impairment, and dementias like Alzheimer’s disease, in older adults.A portrait of ÌÇÐÄVlog researcher Jerri Edwardshttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2021/04/06/usf-awarded-five-year-44-4-million-nih-grant-to-test-whether-computerized-brain-training-can-reduce-dementia-risk-in-older-adults/Research and Innovation,ÌÇÐÄVlog HealthMorsani College of Medicine,MyÌÇÐÄVloghttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2021/03/19/usf-health-senior-medical-students-match-to-residencies/About 170 senior medical students from the ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Morsani College of Medicine were successfully matched and learned where they will spend their residency training after graduation from medical school in May.External ArticleMon, 22 Mar 2021 00:00:00 ÌÇÐÄVlog Health senior medical students match to residenciesAbout 170 senior medical students from the ÌÇÐÄVlog Health Morsani College of Medicine were successfully matched and learned where they will spend their residency training after graduation from medical school in May.A Morsani College of Medicine student receiving their Match Day residency informationhttps://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/blog/2021/03/19/usf-health-senior-medical-students-match-to-residencies/ÌÇÐÄVlog Health,University NewsMorsani College of Medicine