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Why manatees are likely not Florida natives

Manatees are undoubtedly a part of Florida culture. But they might also be relatively new residents in the Sunshine State, according to a research paper written by Thomas Pluckhahn, a professor of anthropology at the аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÄÚÄ»ÐÅÏ¢.

November 21, 2024Research

How volcanic cave research is advancing the search for life on Mars

An international research team led by аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÄÚÄ»ÐÅÏ¢ professor Bogdan P. Onac has uncovered preserved biosignatures in Spain’s lava tubes, providing insights into Earth’s ancient environments that could guide the search for past microbial life on Mars.

November 19, 2024Research

A groundbreaking new study conducted by the аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÄÚÄ»ÐÅÏ¢ 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.

November 15, 2024Research

аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÄÚÄ»ÐÅÏ¢professor confirms Egyptians drank hallucinogenic cocktails in ancient rituals

Through advanced chemical analyses on an Egyptian vase at the Tampa Museum of Art, Davide Tanasi confirmed the vase last held a cocktail of psychedelic drugs, likely for a magical ritual.

November 15, 2024Research

Karen Walker joins аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÄÚÄ»ÐÅÏ¢Research Development Institute in new role

Karen Walker recently joined the аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÄÚÄ»ÐÅÏ¢Research Development Institute as associate director for competitive intelligence.

November 8, 2024Research

Despite democracy concerns, researchers find Americans very interested in election

According to the survey, heightened political interest and general faith in the integrity of American elections is mixed with persistent worries about whether democracy is working in the United States and the extent of social media’s influence on democratic institutions and processes.

November 5, 2024Research

Dr. Marcus Cooke awarded $2 million grant to advance creation of new device simplifying the testing for damaged DNA

Dr. Marcus Cooke has been awarded a $2 million grant from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences to develop a novel device for automating the comet assay — essentially making it easier and faster to test cells for DNA damage.

October 30, 2024Research

Write or wrong? аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÄÚÄ»ÐÅÏ¢instructor addresses the use of AI in college writing assignments

Should a student use artificial intelligence (AI) to complete an essay, and if so, how can instructors teach the traditional skills of good writing? These are questions posed by Laura Rusnak, director of undergraduate programs in USF’s College of Public Health, who specializes in workforce development and career readiness.

October 30, 2024Research

аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÄÚÄ»ÐÅÏ¢researchers reveal key findings from national voter opinion survey on the economy and political stress

Findings from аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÄÚÄ»ÐÅÏ¢ researchers show most American voters agree the upcoming presidential election will significantly impact the economy moving forward and that political stress has remained consistent during this election cycle.

October 29, 2024Research

аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÄÚÄ»ÐÅÏ¢Health receives $3.75 million NIH award to research whether Long COVID may contribute to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia

The funding allows a multidisciplinary team of аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÄÚÄ»ÐÅÏ¢Health researchers to study long COVID’s potential connection to serious neurological impacts that can ultimately lead to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease and explore possible interventions.

October 28, 2024Research

аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÄÚÄ»ÐÅÏ¢and defense agencies headquartered at MacDill Air Force Base sign landmark agreement

The аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÄÚÄ»ÐÅÏ¢ has signed two of its largest defense contracts with U.S. Special Operations Command and U.S. Central Command, bringing together interdisciplinary faculty experts from across the university.

October 25, 2024Research

How new аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÄÚÄ»ÐÅÏ¢faculty research is expanding our understanding of hurricane impacts

аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÄÚÄ»ÐÅÏ¢researchers are stepping up, launching critical initiatives to strengthen hurricane preparedness and insights following historical Milton and Helene.

October 24, 2024Research