https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usSat, 08 Aug 2026 05:29:53 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/research-innovation/news/2026/student-projects-take-center-stage-at-summer-research-symposium-alumna-gift-creates-endowment-for-undergraduate-research.aspxThe two-day research symposium on USF’s Tampa and St. Petersburg campuses featured 151 scholars presenting 128 research projects.External ArticleThu, 30 Jul 2026 15:43:43 Student projects take center stage at summer research symposiumThe two-day research symposium on USF’s Tampa and St. Petersburg campuses featured 151 scholars presenting 128 research projects.Students present at research symposium.https://www.usf.edu/research-innovation/news/2026/student-projects-take-center-stage-at-summer-research-symposium-alumna-gift-creates-endowment-for-undergraduate-research.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student Lifehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/how-floridas-sea-turtle-hatchlings-find-the-ocean-in-the-dark.aspxBiologist Deby Cassill explains how hatchlings navigate to the ocean and her theory for how sea turtle mothers manage one of nature’s longest survival gambles.Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:16:24 How Florida’s sea turtle hatchlings find the ocean in the darkBiologist Deby Cassill explains how hatchlings navigate to the ocean and her theory for how sea turtle mothers manage one of nature’s longest survival gambles.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/how-floridas-sea-turtle-hatchlings-find-the-ocean-in-the-dark.aspxResearch and InnovationArielle Stevenson,Biology,Facultyhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/employabull-student-dives-into-seagrass-research-internship.aspxEnvironmental science and policy major Olivia Smith is gaining hands-on marine science experience while restoring a vital Florida ecosystem.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:57:45 Employ-A-Bull: Student dives into seagrass research internshipEnvironmental science and policy major Olivia Smith is gaining hands-on marine science experience while restoring a vital Florida ecosystem.Field work studying seagrasses.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/employabull-student-dives-into-seagrass-research-internship.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student Lifehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/in-the-oceans-dark-middle-usf-scientist-helped-reveal-31-new-species.aspxMarine scientist Heather Judkins joined an expedition off Brazil’s coast that used advanced technology to study fragile life in the ocean’s least-explored habitat.Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:35:53 In the ocean’s dark middle, a USF scientist helped reveal 31 new speciesMarine scientist Heather Judkins joined an expedition off Brazil’s coast that used advanced technology to study fragile life in the ocean’s least-explored habitat.A pelagic octopus eats a bright red jellyfish at 800 meters below the surface.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/in-the-oceans-dark-middle-usf-scientist-helped-reveal-31-new-species.aspxCampus News,Research and Innovationhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-keys-marine-lab-prepares-for-historic-el-nino-threat.aspxRecord-breaking ocean temperatures triggered the most severe coral bleaching ever documented three summers ago. Now with an intense El Nino expected that could fuel exceptionally warm waters, USF researchers are taking action to ensure unprecedented impacts aren't repeated.USF St. PetersburgTue, 07 Jul 2026 13:04:51 USF’s Keys Marine Laboratory prepares for historic El Niño threat to Florida’s Coral ReefRecord-breaking ocean temperatures triggered the most severe coral bleaching ever documented three summers ago. Now with an intense El Nino expected that could fuel exceptionally warm waters, USF researchers are taking action to ensure unprecedented impacts aren't repeated.Corals during 2023 mass bleaching event.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-keys-marine-lab-prepares-for-historic-el-nino-threat.aspxCampus News,Research and InnovationFIO,Marine Biology,Matthew Cimitilehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/how-florida-helped-shape-the-american-revolution.aspxAs the 13 colonies declared independence, Florida remained a British territory. But historian Erin Mauldin details how the state’s story impacted the outcome of the American Revolution.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:15:50 Not one of the original 13 colonies, how Florida helped shape the American RevolutionAs the 13 colonies declared independence, Florida remained a British territory. But historian Erin Mauldin details how the state’s story impacted the outcome of the American Revolution.A Spanish artillery strike ignites a British powder magazine in Pensacola in 1781.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/how-florida-helped-shape-the-american-revolution.aspxResearch and Innovationhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/how-an-alum-turned-the-art-of-debate-into-opportunity-for-thousands.aspxAlumni David Trigaux's work at USF St. Petersburg became the foundation for a new debate network across the D.C. region.Wed, 27 May 2026 17:04:13 How an alum turned the art of debate into opportunity for thousandsAlumni David Trigaux's work at USF St. Petersburg became the foundation for a new debate network across the D.C. region.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/how-an-alum-turned-the-art-of-debate-into-opportunity-for-thousands.aspxCampus News,Research and Innovationhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/federal-university-partnership-advances-coordinated-human-trafficking-response-to-support-victims.aspxA new partnership between the primary federal law enforcement agency combatting human trafficking and USF aims to strengthen victim-centered response efforts within the state.USF St. PetersburgFri, 22 May 2026 09:46:12 Federal-university partnership advances coordinated human trafficking response to support victimsA new partnership between the primary federal law enforcement agency combatting human trafficking and USF aims to strengthen victim-centered response efforts within the state.MOU signing with HSIhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/federal-university-partnership-advances-coordinated-human-trafficking-response-to-support-victims.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationCriminology,Matthew Cimitilehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/undergraduates-showcase-research-projects-at-annual-conference.aspxThe signature event across USF campuses highlighted projects that hundreds of students conducted throughout the academic year, providing for many their first experience with scientific and social research./news/listing.aspx?tag=Arielle%20StevensonWed, 29 Apr 2026 13:34:00 Undergraduates showcase projects, build foundation for future research at annual conferenceThe signature event across USF campuses highlighted projects that hundreds of students conducted throughout the academic year, providing for many their first experience with scientific and social research.Sisters Haley (left) and Autumn (right) Merkle at the OneUSF Undergraduate Research Conference.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/undergraduates-showcase-research-projects-at-annual-conference.aspxCampus News,Events,Research and InnovationArielle Stevensonhttps://www.usf.edu/marine-science/news/2026/podcast-highlights-local-research-and-programs-with-far-reaching-impacts.aspxThe College of Marine Science recently launched season two of “The Rising Tides Podcast" that will give listeners a behind-the-scenes look at oceanography in action and a glimpse at the future of marine science.External ArticleWed, 29 Apr 2026 11:48:10 Podcast highlights local research and programs with far-reaching impactsThe College of Marine Science recently launched season two of “The Rising Tides Podcast" that will give listeners a behind-the-scenes look at oceanography in action and a glimpse at the future of marine science.Marine Science Podcast.https://www.usf.edu/marine-science/news/2026/podcast-highlights-local-research-and-programs-with-far-reaching-impacts.aspxResearch and InnovationJournalism,Marine Sciencehttps://www.usf.edu/marine-science/news/2026/tracking-decades-of-ecological-changes-in-south-floridas-marine-environment.aspxFor more than ten years, bold research led by the USF College of Marine Science has improved understanding of harmful algae blooms, fisheries health and the water quality of South Florida.External ArticleFri, 03 Apr 2026 13:54:05 Tracking decades of ecological changes in South Florida’s marine environmentFor more than ten years, bold research led by the USF College of Marine Science has improved understanding of harmful algae blooms, fisheries health and the water quality of South Florida.Research in action.https://www.usf.edu/marine-science/news/2026/tracking-decades-of-ecological-changes-in-south-floridas-marine-environment.aspxResearch and InnovationMarine Sciencehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/largest-clinical-trial-using-brain-training-to-reduce-dementia-receives-millions.aspxAn expansive clinical trial led by USF researchers and aimed at delaying the onset of dementia continues to receive major federal support for addressing a public health crisis.USF St. PetersburgWed, 25 Mar 2026 08:42:57 Largest clinical trial using brain training to reduce dementia receives $2.8 million in federal fundingAn expansive clinical trial led by USF researchers and aimed at delaying the onset of dementia continues to receive major federal support for addressing a public health crisis.Largest clinical trial receives more federal funding.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/largest-clinical-trial-using-brain-training-to-reduce-dementia-receives-millions.aspxResearch and InnovationFaculty,Health,Matthew Cimitile,Psychology