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New research finds that even cacti are severely threatened in a warmer, drier world
An international team led by the University of South Florida found that forecasts are underestimating threats to biodiversity – even to exceptionally resilient species such as cactus – by not factoring in extreme weather events that become more likely in a warmer world.
November 11, 2026Research and Innovation
From the classroom to the campaign trail, students gain firsthand election experience during midterms
Through campaign internships, students are learning the work behind elections and exploring careers in politics.
November 3, 2026Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
Inaugural cohort of Gulf Scholars become immersed in a dynamic region
This fall semester, 20 students began their journey as Gulf Scholars, engaging in a two-year academic experience that includes Gulf-themed coursework, immersive learning experiences, internships and more.
October 30, 2026Research and Innovation
USF reaches record $775 million in research funding, leading to more real-world impact and solutions
The University of South Florida continues to grow its research enterprise, attracting increased federal support and private investment for impactful work that advances discovery, drives innovation and addresses challenges facing communities and industries.
October 23, 2026Research and Innovation
Students learn the language of finance through Bloomberg terminals
Bloomberg terminals in Lynn Pippenger Hall give students access to professional financial data used by leading firms, expanding hands-on learning in the heart of St. Petersburg’s Innovation District.
October 22, 2026Campus News, Research and Innovation
USF part of national research team that finds drastic decline of marine life in the Gulf
A long-term study of deep-sea ecosystems in the Gulf finds a sudden, severe and unprecedented decline in marine life for over a decade, and suggests the likely cause is the Deepwater Horizon oil spill from 16 years ago.
October 19, 2026Research and Innovation
Finding stories in Tampa Bay’s waters
The Watershed Stories Showcase brings the community together to understand how water shapes our lives.
October 19, 2026Events, Research and Innovation
From forecasting to recovery: How USF hurricane research is building a more resilient Tampa Bay
At every stage of a storm, University of South Florida researchers and expertise help inform decisions, strengthen preparedness and support recovery.
September 22, 2026Research and Innovation
USF scientists will explore the drivers of sargassum blooms through $1.5 million collaborative research project
A collaborative $1.5 million project led by marine scientists at the University of South Florida aims to better understand sargassum blooms.
September 17, 2026Research and Innovation
USF seafloor mapping initiative earns $8.5 million NOAA award
A five-year, $8.5 million agreement will power the work of world-class researchers at the Center for Ocean Mapping and Innovative Technologies.
September 16, 2026Research and Innovation
Anthropologist studying history of alcohol awarded rare, multi-country Fulbright
Several years back, anthropologist John W. Arthur wrote a book tracing the history of beer. Now through a Fulbright award, he is traveling to Spain and Greece to expand on this work in countries with some of earliest known evidence of alcohol production.
September 9, 2026Research and Innovation
USF political ecologist to advance nature-based solutions as part of Duckwall Professorship
As the newly appointed Frank E. Duckwall Professor of Florida Studies, political ecologist Richard Mbatu will work to support the state’s efforts in using nature to solve problems.
August 26, 2026Research and Innovation