/health/news/Recent posts from Health Newsen-usMon, 28 Apr 2025 18:48:33 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/health/news/2025/gut-virome.aspxHarmful viruses in the gut change as people age, attacking other microorganisms in the gut in a pattern linked to increased risk of dementia.Dave ScheiberMon, 28 Apr 2025 14:34:58 The gut-brain connection: Harmful viruses in the gut may contribute to dementiaHarmful viruses in the gut change as people age, attacking other microorganisms in the gut in a pattern linked to increased risk of dementia.Dr. Hariom Yadav researches how the gut microbiome is linked to the brain. /health/news/2025/gut-virome.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/news/2025/usf-celebrates-construction-milestone-for-new-facility-aimed-at-addressing-floridas-nursing-shortage.aspxThe Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health College of Nursing’s new 34,000-square-foot facility is set to transform nursing education, reinforcing the university’s leadership in meeting the state of Florida’s growing demand for qualified nurses.External ArticleThu, 17 Apr 2025 13:07:59 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ celebrates construction milestone for new facility aimed at addressing Florida’s nursing shortageThe Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health College of Nursing’s new 34,000-square-foot facility is set to transform nursing education, reinforcing the university’s leadership in meeting the state of Florida’s growing demand for qualified nurses.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ leaders give the "go bulls" sign in front of a silver beam with a topiary of the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ bull "U." /news/2025/usf-celebrates-construction-milestone-for-new-facility-aimed-at-addressing-floridas-nursing-shortage.aspxCollege of Nursing/health/news/2025/muma-center-moves-to-hyde-park.aspxTGH, in partnership with Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health, has acquired a new property set to become the future home of the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Pamela Muma Women’s Health Center and the Chivukula Men’s Center, made possible by a generous donation from Dr. Jagadamba and Krishna Chivukula to the TGH Foundation.Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:00:14 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health and Tampa General Hospital to expand services in Hyde Park with acquisition of new propertyTGH, in partnership with Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health, has acquired a new property set to become the future home of the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Pamela Muma Women’s Health Center and the Chivukula Men’s Center, made possible by a generous donation from Dr. Jagadamba and Krishna Chivukula to the TGH Foundation.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/muma-center-moves-to-hyde-park.aspxPatient Care/research-innovation/news/2025/eleven-usf-faculty-being-recognized-with-research-achievement-and-innovation-excellence-awards.aspxTheir contributions span a variety of fields in artificial intelligence, disease prevention, family-school partnerships, oceanographic disturbances and semiconductor production.External ArticleTue, 15 Apr 2025 11:19:39 Eleven Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ faculty recognized with research achievement and innovation excellence awardsTheir contributions span a variety of fields in artificial intelligence, disease prevention, family-school partnerships, oceanographic disturbances and semiconductor production.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/research-innovation/news/2025/eleven-usf-faculty-being-recognized-with-research-achievement-and-innovation-excellence-awards.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/usf-medical-school-earns-highest-ranking-from-usnews.aspxThe Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine is the top-ranked medical school in Florida and has been named to the highest tier of medical schools in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report.Cody R. Hawley, PhDTue, 08 Apr 2025 07:30:00 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine ranked No. 1 in the state, among nation’s top tier by U.S. News & World ReportThe Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine is the top-ranked medical school in Florida and has been named to the highest tier of medical schools in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report.Number one medical school in Florida/health/news/2025/usf-medical-school-earns-highest-ranking-from-usnews.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Researchhttps://youtu.be/C2divli282Q?si=B2WH5tAdFOXwHN1tÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ Health and St. Petersburg College students from Physical Therapy (PT) and Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) programs came together for an exciting Interprofessional Education (IPE) Day, focused on improving collaboration, communication, and patient outcomes.External ArticleMon, 31 Mar 2025 11:07:48 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health & St. Pete College PT/PTA Students Team Up for IPE Day to Enhance Patient Care & TeamworkÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ Health and St. Petersburg College students from Physical Therapy (PT) and Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) programs came together for an exciting Interprofessional Education (IPE) Day, focused on improving collaboration, communication, and patient outcomes.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://youtu.be/C2divli282Q?si=B2WH5tAdFOXwHN1tMorsani College of Medicine,Physical Therapy/research-innovation/news/2025/eleven-usf-faculty-among-2024-class-of-aaas-fellows.aspx11 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ faculty were inducted, marking the third largest cohort from any university in the nation. Recognition as an AAAS Fellow is a distinguished lifetime honor within the scientific community.External ArticleThu, 27 Mar 2025 14:55:22 Three Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health faculty among 2024 class of Fellows of American Association for the Advancement of Science11 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ faculty were inducted, marking the third largest cohort from any university in the nation. Recognition as an AAAS Fellow is a distinguished lifetime honor within the scientific community.11 new fellows of the AAAS/research-innovation/news/2025/eleven-usf-faculty-among-2024-class-of-aaas-fellows.aspxHonors & Awards,Research/health/news/2025/class-of-2025-medical-school-match-day.aspxClass of 2025 medical students celebrate "magical" Match Day and learn where they will spend their residency years.Story by Freddie Coleman: Photos by Freddie Coleman and Allison LongFri, 21 Mar 2025 09:15:32 Class of 2025 medical students celebrate ‘magical’ Match DayClass of 2025 medical students celebrate "magical" Match Day and learn where they will spend their residency years.Match Day 2025/health/news/2025/class-of-2025-medical-school-match-day.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/winter-awards-and-accolades.aspxÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ Health faculty, staff and students earned prestigious awards for their outstanding contributions to research, education, patient care and community service.Wed, 19 Mar 2025 17:23:39 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Awards & Accolades - Winter 2025Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health faculty, staff and students earned prestigious awards for their outstanding contributions to research, education, patient care and community service.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Honors & Accolades/health/news/2025/winter-awards-and-accolades.aspxHonors & Awards/health/news/2025/dpt-commitment-to-the-profession.aspxThe Doctor of Physical Therapy class of 2025 receives new white coats during their Commitment to the Profession Ceremony.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanFri, 14 Mar 2025 14:45:37 Doctor of Physical Therapy class of 2027 don first white coatsThe Doctor of Physical Therapy class of 2025 receives new white coats during their Commitment to the Profession Ceremony.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/dpt-commitment-to-the-profession.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Physical Therapy/health/news/2025/brechot-microbiology.aspxChristian Bréchot, MD, PhD, senior associate dean for Research for Global Affairs and AVP in the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine, has been elected a fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology.Nora SamaranayakeThu, 13 Mar 2025 10:24:58 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health virologist Dr. Christian Bréchot elected a fellow of the American Academy of MicrobiologyChristian Bréchot, MD, PhD, senior associate dean for Research for Global Affairs and AVP in the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine, has been elected a fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/brechot-microbiology.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/voice-center-grateful-patient.aspxAfter 30 years of misdiagnosis, Cookie finally discovered why she couldn't breathe properly. Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Voice Center laryngologist Dr. Abdel-Aty provided the "life-changing" answer other doctors missed.Story, photos and video: Allison Long | Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ HealthTue, 11 Mar 2025 21:21:54 After 30 years of misdiagnosis, Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health helps patient breathe againAfter 30 years of misdiagnosis, Cookie finally discovered why she couldn't breathe properly. Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Voice Center laryngologist Dr. Abdel-Aty provided the "life-changing" answer other doctors missed.Cookie Huddleston was photographed near a pond in Wesley Chapel. /health/news/2025/voice-center-grateful-patient.aspxPatient Care/health/news/2025/collegia-olympics-2025.aspxThe Morsani College of Medicine crowns a new Collegia Olympic champion and welcomes new collegia board.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanThu, 06 Mar 2025 14:42:18 Collegia Olympics crown new championThe Morsani College of Medicine crowns a new Collegia Olympic champion and welcomes new collegia board.Students posing with the Collegia Olympics Cup. /health/news/2025/collegia-olympics-2025.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/news/2025/demand-for-biomedical-engineers-drives-usf-to-expand-department.aspxRenovations are underway to expand Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ’s medical engineering lab space with advanced technology to support a growing number of students and prestigious faculty.External ArticleThu, 06 Mar 2025 13:18:25 Demand for biomedical engineers drives Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ to expand departmentRenovations are underway to expand Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ’s medical engineering lab space with advanced technology to support a growing number of students and prestigious faculty.A student in a white coat working in a lab/news/2025/demand-for-biomedical-engineers-drives-usf-to-expand-department.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/kaitlin-brandt-culture-champion.aspxMorsani College of Medicine Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology department administrator was recognized as the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Culture Champion for professionalism, integrity and dedication.Story and photo by Freddie ColemanWed, 05 Mar 2025 17:08:24 OBGYN department administrator recognized as Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Culture ChampionMorsani College of Medicine Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology department administrator was recognized as the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Culture Champion for professionalism, integrity and dedication.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/kaitlin-brandt-culture-champion.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicinehttps://www.tgh.org/news/tgh-press-releases/2025/march/providers-leading-academics-state-leaders-address-access-cancer-treatment-rural-communitiesThe Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ College of Nursing and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute hosted a day of keynotes, presentations and discussions at TGH Brooksville to address the challenges facing cancer patients in rural communities.External ArticleWed, 05 Mar 2025 16:26:37 Nationally-recognized health care providers, leading academics and state leaders address access to cancer treatment in Florida’s rural communitiesThe Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ College of Nursing and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute hosted a day of keynotes, presentations and discussions at TGH Brooksville to address the challenges facing cancer patients in rural communities.Leaders on stage in front of the United States and state of Florida flagshttps://www.tgh.org/news/tgh-press-releases/2025/march/providers-leading-academics-state-leaders-address-access-cancer-treatment-rural-communitiesCollege of Nursing,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/microbiome-conference.aspxExperts from around the world recently gathered at Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health to talk about advances in the science of microbiomes.Nora SamaranayakeWed, 05 Mar 2025 13:15:02 Global experts convene to explore the cutting-edge science of microbiomesExperts from around the world recently gathered at Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health to talk about advances in the science of microbiomes.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/microbiome-conference.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/record-breaking-research-day-showcases-innovation.aspxMore than 500 students, residents, trainees, faculty and leaders came together for the 35th annual Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Research Day, the largest research-focused event at the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ and the keynote celebration of health sciences research at the four Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health colleges.Fri, 28 Feb 2025 19:07:32 Record-breaking Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Research Day showcases innovation and discoveryMore than 500 students, residents, trainees, faculty and leaders came together for the 35th annual Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Research Day, the largest research-focused event at the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ and the keynote celebration of health sciences research at the four Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health colleges.Parth Shah presenting his research poster/health/news/2025/record-breaking-research-day-showcases-innovation.aspxResearchhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/student-veteran-and-campus-first-responders-help-save-a-life.aspxThe quick response and emergency training of student veteran Teresa Booker, university police and first responders helped to save the life of someone having a cardiac emergency on campus.External ArticleThu, 27 Feb 2025 13:46:01 Student veteran and campus first responders help save a lifeThe quick response and emergency training of student veteran Teresa Booker, university police and first responders helped to save the life of someone having a cardiac emergency on campus.Student veteran Teresa Booker was one of the first on the scene and administered CPR to the person experiencing a cardiac emergency.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/student-veteran-and-campus-first-responders-help-save-a-life.aspxCollege of Public Health/health/news/2025/usf-health-partners-with-pepperjacks-to-advance-nutrition-education.aspxAfter receiving a prestigious national grant from the White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities, Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health's Nicole Misner partnered with the Gasparilla Classic Running Association to introduce nutrition education lessons into the Pepperjack's Kids Running Program.Cody R. Hawley, PhDWed, 26 Feb 2025 09:13:16 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health partners with Pepperjack’s Kids Running Program, City of Tampa to advance nutrition educationAfter receiving a prestigious national grant from the White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities, Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health's Nicole Misner partnered with the Gasparilla Classic Running Association to introduce nutrition education lessons into the Pepperjack's Kids Running Program.Students in the Pepperjack's Kids Running Program cheer on runners in the half marathon./health/news/2025/usf-health-partners-with-pepperjacks-to-advance-nutrition-education.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/floridas-first-behavioral-health-teaching-hospital.aspxTampa General Hospital, Lifepoint Health, and the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine formally cut the ribbon today and celebrated the grand opening of the TGH Behavioral Health Hospital.Tue, 25 Feb 2025 16:45:40 Tampa General, Lifepoint Health and Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health celebrate opening of Florida’s first behavioral health teaching hospitalTampa General Hospital, Lifepoint Health, and the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine formally cut the ribbon today and celebrated the grand opening of the TGH Behavioral Health Hospital.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/floridas-first-behavioral-health-teaching-hospital.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2025/herzog-research-day.aspxDr. Erica Herzog, Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Research Day keynote speaker, researches new ways to understand and treat pulmonary fibrosis.Dave ScheiberTue, 25 Feb 2025 09:44:37 Dr. Erica Herzog, Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Research Day keynote speaker, researches pulmonary fibrosisDr. Erica Herzog, Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Research Day keynote speaker, researches new ways to understand and treat pulmonary fibrosis.Yale University's Dr. Erica Herzog /health/news/2025/herzog-research-day.aspxResearch/health/news/2025/new-hypertension-and-kidney-research-center.aspxÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ 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.Cody R. Hawley, PhDTue, 11 Feb 2025 13:00:15 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health establishes new center to advance hypertension and kidney disease researchÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ 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.Research at a lab and microscope/health/news/2025/new-hypertension-and-kidney-research-center.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/academy-of-distinguished-educators-induction-2023-2024.aspxThe Morsani College of Medicine recognizes master educators at Academy of Distinguished Educators induction ceremony.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanWed, 05 Feb 2025 11:34:18 Morsani College of Medicine welcomes newest inductees of Academy of Distinguished EducatorsThe Morsani College of Medicine recognizes master educators at Academy of Distinguished Educators induction ceremony.distinguished educators with dr. lockwood and dr. bognar/health/news/2025/academy-of-distinguished-educators-induction-2023-2024.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/pulmonary-fibrosis.aspxPeople who contract lung disease symptoms from COVID-19 may offer new hope for people who contract the deadly lung disease for other reasons, says a Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health researcher.Kurt LoftThu, 23 Jan 2025 00:37:04 COVID-19 may provide new clues on how to treat deadly lung diseasePeople who contract lung disease symptoms from COVID-19 may offer new hope for people who contract the deadly lung disease for other reasons, says a Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health researcher.Dr. Jose Herazo-Maya conducts research on pulmonary fibrosis, a deadly lung disease./health/news/2025/pulmonary-fibrosis.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/dawn-schocken-ipe-award.aspxDawn Schocken was recognized for her tireless commitment to the mission of interprofessional education at Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health.Story and photo by Freddie ColemanWed, 22 Jan 2025 08:25:32 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health pioneer recognized for years of dedication to interprofessional educationDawn Schocken was recognized for her tireless commitment to the mission of interprofessional education at Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/dawn-schocken-ipe-award.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicinehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/grateful-mom-gives-back-after-lifesaving-care-usf-health-tgh?fbclid=IwY2xjawIR3ixleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHSAiou9UG7E5s-G47uqu9M5-xayPCa1A2qJ3U-i61Q4poa4C0J6AQZQ7ZQ_aem_JQ5px-wYGsqwZTkApTB9bAAnja Crist's life took an unexpected turn after the birth of her son, leading to a medical emergency that changed everything. Thanks to the exceptional care from Tampa General Hospital and Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health, she found a way to give back in a meaningful way.External ArticleFri, 17 Jan 2025 15:51:52 A grateful mom gives back after lifesaving care from Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health, TGHAnja Crist's life took an unexpected turn after the birth of her son, leading to a medical emergency that changed everything. Thanks to the exceptional care from Tampa General Hospital and Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health, she found a way to give back in a meaningful way.Anja Crist and her family walking on a beachhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/grateful-mom-gives-back-after-lifesaving-care-usf-health-tgh?fbclid=IwY2xjawIR3ixleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHSAiou9UG7E5s-G47uqu9M5-xayPCa1A2qJ3U-i61Q4poa4C0J6AQZQ7ZQ_aem_JQ5px-wYGsqwZTkApTB9bAMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2025/h5n1-update.aspxExperts from Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health and the Global Virus Network discuss the current avian influenza outbreak in poultry, dairy cattle and wild birds.Nora SamaranayakeTue, 14 Jan 2025 09:00:00 H5N1: How worried should we be?Experts from Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health and the Global Virus Network discuss the current avian influenza outbreak in poultry, dairy cattle and wild birds.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/h5n1-update.aspxCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,Research/news/2024/how-to-stick-to-your-new-years-resolutions-according-to-usf-health-experts.aspxÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ researchers share tips to achieve your New Year’s resolutions and improve your health.External ArticleTue, 31 Dec 2024 16:25:03 How to stick to your New Year’s resolutions according to Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health expertsÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ researchers share tips to achieve your New Year’s resolutions and improve your health.A man tying his shoelaces before a run/news/2024/how-to-stick-to-your-new-years-resolutions-according-to-usf-health-experts.aspxResearch/news/2024/how-gift-giving-boosts-your-health-and-well-being.aspxA Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ 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.External ArticleThu, 19 Dec 2024 16:04:01 How gift giving boosts your health and well-beingA Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ 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.A person in red exchanging a wrapped gift/news/2024/how-gift-giving-boosts-your-health-and-well-being.aspxResearch/health/news/2024/lockwood-decade.aspx2024 marks ten years of leadership for Charles J. Lockwood, MD, MHCM, executive vice president of Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health and dean of the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine.Lisa Greene SmithThu, 19 Dec 2024 14:35:13 2024 marks a decade of growth for Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health under leadership of Charles J. Lockwood2024 marks ten years of leadership for Charles J. Lockwood, MD, MHCM, executive vice president of Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health and dean of the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine.Charles J. Lockwood, MD, MHCM /health/news/2024/lockwood-decade.aspxMorsani College of MedicineHealth Faculty/health/news/2024/speaker-renner-visits-hbot-center.aspxFlorida House Speaker Paul Renner visited the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Center, which is at the center of a state-funded $28 million study researching the effectiveness of treating Florida veterans with traumatic brain injury.Story and photos by Freddie Coleman; Video produced by Diamond View StudiosMon, 16 Dec 2024 23:28:54 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health launches state-funded hyperbaric oxygen therapy trial with first patientFlorida House Speaker Paul Renner visited the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Center, which is at the center of a state-funded $28 million study researching the effectiveness of treating Florida veterans with traumatic brain injury.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/speaker-renner-visits-hbot-center.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care,Research/health/public-health/news/2024/turf.aspxAthletes might worry about their safety when they set foot on a field, but not because of the surface itself. After all, it’s just a bunch of sod, right?External ArticleWed, 11 Dec 2024 16:21:32 COPH student presents study on hazards of artificial turfAthletes might worry about their safety when they set foot on a field, but not because of the surface itself. After all, it’s just a bunch of sod, right?Researcher in front of a poster/health/public-health/news/2024/turf.aspxCollege of Public Health,Research/health/news/2024/usf-hosts-covid-retrospective.aspxNearly five years on from the COVID-19 pandemic, citizens and scientists alike continue to wrestle with polarizing questions about the public health response. Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health partnered with the Heterodox Academy to host a conference for an open dialogue about what was done well, what was done poorly and what can be improved upon in the future.Cody R. Hawley, PhDWed, 11 Dec 2024 08:36:29 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health models civic dialogue, free speech at COVID Conversations conferenceNearly five years on from the COVID-19 pandemic, citizens and scientists alike continue to wrestle with polarizing questions about the public health response. Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health partnered with the Heterodox Academy to host a conference for an open dialogue about what was done well, what was done poorly and what can be improved upon in the future.A participant at the conference asks a question, with an audience behind her/health/news/2024/usf-hosts-covid-retrospective.aspxCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of MedicineHealth Faculty/news/2024/how-ultra-processed-foods-may-drive-colorectal-cancer-risk.aspxThe interdisciplinary research led by Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute highlights the need to reevaluate the core components of the Western diet and paves the way for a new therapy called resolution medicine.External ArticleTue, 10 Dec 2024 14:26:23 How ultra-processed foods may drive colorectal cancer riskThe interdisciplinary research led by Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute highlights the need to reevaluate the core components of the Western diet and paves the way for a new therapy called resolution medicine.Ganesh Halade and Timothy Yeatman in their lab/news/2024/how-ultra-processed-foods-may-drive-colorectal-cancer-risk.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxThe milestone comes during Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ’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.External ArticleTue, 10 Dec 2024 09:00:10 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ sets new record with $738 million in research fundingThe milestone comes during Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ’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.Two researchers in a lab/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxResearch/health/news/2024/derm-lcoct.aspxDr. Thomas Beachkofsky uses the Line-Field Confocal Optical Coherence Tomography (LC-OCT) system to capture real-time 3D images of a patient’s skin.Allison LongThu, 05 Dec 2024 00:32:05 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health and Tampa VA announce revolutionary skin cancer detection technologyDr. Thomas Beachkofsky uses the Line-Field Confocal Optical Coherence Tomography (LC-OCT) system to capture real-time 3D images of a patient’s skin.Dr. Thomas Beachkofsky uses the Line-Field Confocal Optical Coherence Tomography (LC-OCT) system to capture real-time 3D images of a patient’s skin./health/news/2024/derm-lcoct.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2024/dave-scheiber-culture-coin.aspxAward winning writer Dave Scheiber was recognized as a Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Culture Champion for telling the story commemorating the 50-year journey of the Morsani College of Medicine.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanThu, 05 Dec 2024 00:18:12 Award-winning writer recognized as Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Culture ChampionAward winning writer Dave Scheiber was recognized as a Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Culture Champion for telling the story commemorating the 50-year journey of the Morsani College of Medicine.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/dave-scheiber-culture-coin.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/ybor-youth-clinic-recieves-ace-cert.aspxThe Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Ybor Youth Clinic has been awarded Gold Certification as an adolescent-centered health clinic from the Adolescent Health Initiative, becoming the first in Florida to receive this honor and reflecting the clinic's commitment to the highest standards of care.Cody R. Hawley, PhDWed, 04 Dec 2024 09:00:00 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Ybor Youth Clinic receives Gold Adolescent-Centered Environment Certification from the Adolescent Health InitiativeThe Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Ybor Youth Clinic has been awarded Gold Certification as an adolescent-centered health clinic from the Adolescent Health Initiative, becoming the first in Florida to receive this honor and reflecting the clinic's commitment to the highest standards of care.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/ybor-youth-clinic-recieves-ace-cert.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/bridge2ai-voice-data-release.aspxResearchers at Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health, as part of a multi-institutional project investigating voice as a biomarker for disease, have published the first clinically validated voice dataset to an online AI platform where it will be an invaluable resource for researchers across the globe.Cody R. Hawley, PhDMon, 02 Dec 2024 14:00:00 Landmark AI project led by Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health harnesses voice to diagnose disease, releases first dataResearchers at Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health, as part of a multi-institutional project investigating voice as a biomarker for disease, have published the first clinically validated voice dataset to an online AI platform where it will be an invaluable resource for researchers across the globe.Dr. Yael Bensoussan at a podium with a Bridge2AI backdrop/health/news/2024/bridge2ai-voice-data-release.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2024/podcasts-infectious.aspxA new peer-reviewed study by Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health researchers describes the advantages of podcasts for sharing credible information about infectious disease and includes a handy guide to leading podcasts in the field.Kurt LoftMon, 25 Nov 2024 10:32:38 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health researchers turn to podcasts to share information on infectious diseasesA new peer-reviewed study by Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health researchers describes the advantages of podcasts for sharing credible information about infectious disease and includes a handy guide to leading podcasts in the field.A podcasting mic sits open in a conference room /health/news/2024/podcasts-infectious.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2024/cc-patti-lane-2024.aspxFor her exceptional commitment to patients and her embodiment of Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health’s core values, Lane was recently nominated as a Culture Champion.Ryan RossyWed, 20 Nov 2024 00:39:04 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health honors Patti Lane with a Culture Coin for excellence in coordinating patient careFor her exceptional commitment to patients and her embodiment of Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health’s core values, Lane was recently nominated as a Culture Champion.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/cc-patti-lane-2024.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine,Patient CareHealth Facultyhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/dedicated-benefactor-final-giftThe Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ received a $6.5 million estate gift that will go toward the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Center & Research Institute. The gift comes from a recently deceased anonymous benefactor who had regularly donated to the Byrd Alzheimer’s Center in smaller increments since 2002. However, a gift of this size was unexpected.External ArticleMon, 18 Nov 2024 09:30:46 From a dedicated benefactor, a final giftThe Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ received a $6.5 million estate gift that will go toward the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Center & Research Institute. The gift comes from a recently deceased anonymous benefactor who had regularly donated to the Byrd Alzheimer’s Center in smaller increments since 2002. However, a gift of this size was unexpected.Researchers at the Byrd Institute are working toward a cure for Alzheimer's diseasehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/dedicated-benefactor-final-giftMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/ipe-day-2024.aspxIPE Day 2024 meets Iron Chef. This year's event focuses on how food scarcity and food deserts play a role in community health and long-term patient outcomes.Story and photos by Freddie Coleman; Video by Ryan RossyFri, 15 Nov 2024 16:46:49 IPE Day 2024 addresses nutrition, food insecurity, community healthIPE Day 2024 meets Iron Chef. This year's event focuses on how food scarcity and food deserts play a role in community health and long-term patient outcomes.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/ipe-day-2024.aspxCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,PA Program,Physical Therapy/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.External ArticleFri, 15 Nov 2024 15:23:52 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ 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.Representatives from the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ, Tampa General Hospital and Medical Microinstruments pose with the Symani Surgical System/news/2024/usf-and-tgh-partner-with-robotics-company-to-become-the-first-to-bring-life-saving-surgical-technology-to-tampa-bay.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/md-phd-2024.aspxThese students are willing to spend twice as long in medical school as they prepare to become physician scientists with an MD/PhD.Dave ScheiberFri, 15 Nov 2024 09:15:49 MD/PhD program recruits the toughest students – and Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health wants more of themThese students are willing to spend twice as long in medical school as they prepare to become physician scientists with an MD/PhD.Natasha Ram, an MD/PhD students, speaks about her educational experience/health/news/2024/md-phd-2024.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Researchhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-researchers-begin-first-lifespan-study-on-the-effects-of-digital-media-use.aspxA groundbreaking new study conducted by the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ will track young people through 2050 to learn more about the long-term impacts of smartphones, social media and other digital media on individual wellbeing.External ArticleThu, 14 Nov 2024 14:07:49 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ researchers begin first lifespan study on the effects of digital media useA groundbreaking new study conducted by the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ will track young people through 2050 to learn more about the long-term impacts of smartphones, social media and other digital media on individual wellbeing.Four young boys on their phones while sitting on a gray sofahttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-researchers-begin-first-lifespan-study-on-the-effects-of-digital-media-use.aspxCollege of Public Health/health/news/2024/chalsty-pediatric-clinic-ribbon-cutting.aspxThe Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to showcase the newly renovated Chalsty Pediatric Clinic, made possible thanks to a generous $1 million gift by Jill Chalsty and her late husband, John Chalsty.Cody R. Hawley, PhDThu, 14 Nov 2024 13:22:10 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health hosts ribbon-cutting for expanded Chalsty Pediatric Clinic after $1 million gift from Chalsty familyThe Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to showcase the newly renovated Chalsty Pediatric Clinic, made possible thanks to a generous $1 million gift by Jill Chalsty and her late husband, John Chalsty.The newly renovated Chalsty Pediatric Clinic was made possible thanks to a generous $1 million gift by Jill and John Chalsty/health/news/2024/chalsty-pediatric-clinic-ribbon-cutting.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/diabetes-research-11142024.aspxThe Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Diabetes & Endocrinology Center conducts research that impacts diabetes care. The Center is testing Medtronic's newest sensor system for children ages 2-6, participates in TrialNet studies that help delay Type 1 diabetes onset, and continues work with EDIC to understand long-term diabetes outcomes. Our research provides participants with education, monitoring, and access to new treatments while helping advance care for future patients.Allison LongThu, 14 Nov 2024 10:01:58 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Diabetes Center advances care through pioneering researchThe Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Diabetes & Endocrinology Center conducts research that impacts diabetes care. The Center is testing Medtronic's newest sensor system for children ages 2-6, participates in TrialNet studies that help delay Type 1 diabetes onset, and continues work with EDIC to understand long-term diabetes outcomes. Our research provides participants with education, monitoring, and access to new treatments while helping advance care for future patients.Dr. Henry Rodriguez, clinical director of the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Diabetes & Endocrinology Center and professor of pediatrics with the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/diabetes-research-11142024.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/news/2024/usf-student-intersects-medicine-and-law.aspxAhmed-Zayn Mohamed's remarkable journey from Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ'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.External ArticleWed, 13 Nov 2024 10:16:07 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ student intersects medicine and lawAhmed-Zayn Mohamed's remarkable journey from Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ'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.Ahmed-Zayn Mohamed looking at a computer screen with medical information/news/2024/usf-student-intersects-medicine-and-law.aspxMorsani College of Medicine