/health/news/Recent posts from Health Newsen-usSun, 26 Jul 2026 01:28:42 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/health/news/2026/strobe-fees-training-2026.aspxHealth care professionals from across the country gathered at USF Health July 10-11 for the third annual Strobe & FEES course, a hands-on training in videostroboscopy and flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) for speech-language pathologists and students. It marked the first time the USF Health Institute for Voice and Hearing Innovation hosted the course in its new facility, which opened in February 2026 as the nation's first center to combine multidisciplinary patient care and clinical research for communication and swallowing disorders in one space.Allison LongWed, 22 Jul 2026 15:41:56 Annual voice and swallowing course debuts at new USF Health instituteHealth care professionals from across the country gathered at USF Health July 10-11 for the third annual Strobe & FEES course, a hands-on training in videostroboscopy and flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) for speech-language pathologists and students. It marked the first time the USF Health Institute for Voice and Hearing Innovation hosted the course in its new facility, which opened in February 2026 as the nation's first center to combine multidisciplinary patient care and clinical research for communication and swallowing disorders in one space.A student and a professor practice flexible scoping as others watch in an exam room/health/news/2026/strobe-fees-training-2026.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/a-decade-after-its-launch-morsani-college-of-medicine-program-stands-as-a-national-model-for-nutrition-focused-training.aspxA decade ago, the Morsani College of Medicine became one of the first universities in the nation to create a dedicated forum for students to explore nutrition research as part of their medical school training..Story by Freddie ColemanMon, 20 Jul 2026 09:30:11 A decade after its launch, Morsani College of Medicine program stands as a national model for nutrition-focused medical trainingA decade ago, the Morsani College of Medicine became one of the first universities in the nation to create a dedicated forum for students to explore nutrition research as part of their medical school training..91社区: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/a-decade-after-its-launch-morsani-college-of-medicine-program-stands-as-a-national-model-for-nutrition-focused-training.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2026/usf-health-researchers-find-experimental-drug-may-protect-the-heart-in-duchenne-muscular-dystrophy.aspxUSF Health researchers uncovered a potential new therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy-related heart disease, a leading cause of death in patients with the condition.Kurt LoftThu, 16 Jul 2026 15:25:20 USF Health researchers find experimental drug may protect the heart in Duchenne muscular dystrophyUSF Health researchers uncovered a potential new therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy-related heart disease, a leading cause of death in patients with the condition.Illustration of a human heart and major blood vessels within the chest./health/news/2026/usf-health-researchers-find-experimental-drug-may-protect-the-heart-in-duchenne-muscular-dystrophy.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2026/what-floridians-need-to-know-about-the-growing-cyclosporiasis-outbreak.aspxDr. Kami Kim breaks down what cyclosporiasis is, how to recognize its symptoms, who is at risk and what else Floridians need to know.Nora SamaranayakeThu, 16 Jul 2026 11:29:41 What Floridians need to know about the growing cyclosporiasis outbreakDr. Kami Kim breaks down what cyclosporiasis is, how to recognize its symptoms, who is at risk and what else Floridians need to know.Fresh produce on a grocery aisle /health/news/2026/what-floridians-need-to-know-about-the-growing-cyclosporiasis-outbreak.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/morsani-college-of-medicine-inspires-high-school-students-through-mini-med-school-experience.aspxThe USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, in partnership with USF Youth Experiences, hosted its first Mini-Med School camp, designed to give rising 11th and 12th grade students an inside look at life as a medical student.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:16:32 Morsani College of Medicine inspires high school students through Mini-Med School experienceThe USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, in partnership with USF Youth Experiences, hosted its first Mini-Med School camp, designed to give rising 11th and 12th grade students an inside look at life as a medical student.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/morsani-college-of-medicine-inspires-high-school-students-through-mini-med-school-experience.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/uncovering-the-hidden-impacts-of-a-hurricane-on-food-supply.aspxUSF Health researcher Elizabeth Dunn shares how hurricanes disrupt food access and what communities can do to strengthen food system resilience before disaster strikes.Anna MayorTue, 14 Jul 2026 13:18:49 Uncovering the hidden impacts of a hurricane on food supplyUSF Health researcher Elizabeth Dunn shares how hurricanes disrupt food access and what communities can do to strengthen food system resilience before disaster strikes.Volunteers distribute food to community members following a natural disaster./health/news/2026/uncovering-the-hidden-impacts-of-a-hurricane-on-food-supply.aspxCollege of Public Health,Research/health/news/2026/patients-with-severe-obesity-receive-less-surgical-care-despite-rising-need-usf-health-study-finds.aspxNew research led by Dr. Michael Kachmar shows that patients with the highest levels of obesity underwent the fewest surgical operations each year. The findings are significant as patients with higher BMI have increasing medical and surgical needs, and the U.S. population with extreme obesity has grown disproportionately over the past two decades.Cody R. Hawley, PhDThu, 09 Jul 2026 08:08:41 Patients with severe obesity increasingly underrepresented in surgical care, USF Health study findsNew research led by Dr. Michael Kachmar shows that patients with the highest levels of obesity underwent the fewest surgical operations each year. The findings are significant as patients with higher BMI have increasing medical and surgical needs, and the U.S. population with extreme obesity has grown disproportionately over the past two decades.Surgical nurse pick up sterile instrument in the surgery operation room in hospital processing technician and surgical instrument technician, surgical technician operating room technician nurse. /health/news/2026/patients-with-severe-obesity-receive-less-surgical-care-despite-rising-need-usf-health-study-finds.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/usf-health-opens-one-of-a-kind-clinic-for-patients-with-complex-allergic-skin-and-gi-disorders.aspxThe new Center for Allergic Diseases is designed for patients with overlapping allergic, skin and gastrointestinal disorders who would benefit from a coordinated care plan developed by multiple specialists at the same time.Cody R. Hawley, PhDMon, 06 Jul 2026 11:03:14 USF Health opens one-of-a-kind clinic for patients with complex allergic, skin and GI disordersThe new Center for Allergic Diseases is designed for patients with overlapping allergic, skin and gastrointestinal disorders who would benefit from a coordinated care plan developed by multiple specialists at the same time.Smiling pediatric patient held by a USF Health physician/health/news/2026/usf-health-opens-one-of-a-kind-clinic-for-patients-with-complex-allergic-skin-and-gi-disorders.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2026/shyam-kottilil-joins-usf-health.aspxDr. Shyam Kottilil joins USF Health as vice dean for Clinical Research, bringing a career focused on translational science, chronic viral diseases, liver disease and virus-associated cancers. He will help expand USF Health鈥檚 clinical research enterprise while continuing work to move discoveries into better care for patients.Nora SamaranayakeWed, 01 Jul 2026 16:33:46 Shyam Kottilil brings a career of discovery and translational science to USF HealthDr. Shyam Kottilil joins USF Health as vice dean for Clinical Research, bringing a career focused on translational science, chronic viral diseases, liver disease and virus-associated cancers. He will help expand USF Health鈥檚 clinical research enterprise while continuing work to move discoveries into better care for patients.Dr. Shyam Kottili/health/news/2026/shyam-kottilil-joins-usf-health.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2026/usf-dean-begins-term-as-chair-of-national-medical-education-accrediting-body.aspxDr. Charles Lockwood begins a one-year term as chair of the Liaison Committee on Medical Education, the accrediting authority for U.S. medical education programs leading to the MD degree. The LCME monitors the standards medical schools, helping ensure that graduates are prepared to provide safe, compassionate and evidence-based care.Lisa Greene SmithWed, 01 Jul 2026 00:13:26 USF Health dean begins term as chair of national medical education accrediting bodyDr. Charles Lockwood begins a one-year term as chair of the Liaison Committee on Medical Education, the accrediting authority for U.S. medical education programs leading to the MD degree. The LCME monitors the standards medical schools, helping ensure that graduates are prepared to provide safe, compassionate and evidence-based care.Dr. Charles Lockwood/health/news/2026/usf-dean-begins-term-as-chair-of-national-medical-education-accrediting-body.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/nonsurgical-treatment-for-slipped-discs.aspxUSF Health researchers highlight non-invasive spinal treatment option for patients with cervical disc injuries.Anna MayorMon, 29 Jun 2026 00:55:41 USF Health study shows promise of non-surgical treatment for slipped discsUSF Health researchers highlight non-invasive spinal treatment option for patients with cervical disc injuries.A patient lies on a table with their head secured to a device. /health/news/2026/nonsurgical-treatment-for-slipped-discs.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/news/2026/adolescent-sexual-assault-consent-laws.aspxUSF Professor Katherine Drabiak鈥檚 new research explores how consent laws for adolescent sexual assault care vary across all 50 states.External ArticleWed, 24 Jun 2026 00:19:55 USF research highlights inconsistencies in state laws on adolescent consent after sexual assaultUSF Professor Katherine Drabiak鈥檚 new research explores how consent laws for adolescent sexual assault care vary across all 50 states.A gloved hand inserts a hair sample into an evidence collection tube. /news/2026/adolescent-sexual-assault-consent-laws.aspxCollege of Public Health,Research/health/news/2026/pa-program-pance-board-pass-rates.aspxFor the second year in a row, graduates of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine Physician Assistant Program achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination.Story by Freddie ColemanMon, 22 Jun 2026 16:24:53 Physician Assistant Program graduates achieve perfect board pass rate for second consecutive yearFor the second year in a row, graduates of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine Physician Assistant Program achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/pa-program-pance-board-pass-rates.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,PA Program/health/news/2026/usf-health-awards-and-accolades-spring-2026.aspxUSF Health faculty, staff and students are making an enduring impact across the state and nation through their commitment to research, education, patient care and community service.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:43:22 USF Health Awards and Accolades 鈥� Spring 2026USF Health faculty, staff and students are making an enduring impact across the state and nation through their commitment to research, education, patient care and community service.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/usf-health-awards-and-accolades-spring-2026.aspxHonors & Awards/health/news/2026/usf-health-research-targets-virus-driven-brain-aging-with-nanotechnology.aspxResearchers at the USF Health Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation led by Eleni Markoutsa are investigating how viral infections may leave behind lasting changes in the brain that accelerate aging, fuel inflammation and increase vulnerability to neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer鈥檚.Nora SamaranayakeFri, 19 Jun 2026 08:03:21 USF Health research targets virus-driven brain aging with nanotechnologyResearchers at the USF Health Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation led by Eleni Markoutsa are investigating how viral infections may leave behind lasting changes in the brain that accelerate aging, fuel inflammation and increase vulnerability to neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer鈥檚.Eleni Markoutsa/health/news/2026/usf-health-research-targets-virus-driven-brain-aging-with-nanotechnology.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/usf-names-new-dean-of-the-taneja-college-of-pharmacy.aspxJanice Zgibor has been appointed as the new dean of the USF Health Taneja College of Pharmacy. A pharmacist and epidemiologist, Zgibor has served at USF for more than a decade and brings over 20 years of academic leadership experience to the role.She will become just the second permanent dean of the college.Cody R. Hawley, PhDWed, 17 Jun 2026 07:32:25 USF names new dean of the Taneja College of PharmacyJanice Zgibor has been appointed as the new dean of the USF Health Taneja College of Pharmacy. A pharmacist and epidemiologist, Zgibor has served at USF for more than a decade and brings over 20 years of academic leadership experience to the role.She will become just the second permanent dean of the college.Welcoming the new USF Health Taneja College of Pharmacy Dean Janice Zgibor/health/news/2026/usf-names-new-dean-of-the-taneja-college-of-pharmacy.aspxTaneja College of Pharmacy/health/news/2026/liver-cancer-research-funding.aspxDr. Christian Br茅chot, senior associate dean for research in global affairs, co-director of the USF Microbiomes Institute and associate vice president for international partnerships and innovation, is leading research on a promising liver cancer drug that may complement GLP-1 therapies, addressing rising cancer rates linked to alcohol and metabolic disease.Anna MayorMon, 15 Jun 2026 11:37:39 USF Health secures new funding to advance research on promising liver cancer drugDr. Christian Br茅chot, senior associate dean for research in global affairs, co-director of the USF Microbiomes Institute and associate vice president for international partnerships and innovation, is leading research on a promising liver cancer drug that may complement GLP-1 therapies, addressing rising cancer rates linked to alcohol and metabolic disease.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/liver-cancer-research-funding.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/usf-health-expert-explains-how-extreme-heat-could-shape-the-2026-world-cup.aspxTen of the 16 venues at the 2026 World Cup are considered at very high risk for extreme heat. USF Health's Dr. Eric Coris explains what extreme heat could mean for the World Cup, who is at greatest risk and what can be done to help protect players and fans.Cody R. Hawley, PhDSun, 14 Jun 2026 07:22:47 USF Health expert explains how extreme heat could shape the 2026 World CupTen of the 16 venues at the 2026 World Cup are considered at very high risk for extreme heat. USF Health's Dr. Eric Coris explains what extreme heat could mean for the World Cup, who is at greatest risk and what can be done to help protect players and fans.2026 FIFA World Cup soccer ball/health/news/2026/usf-health-expert-explains-how-extreme-heat-could-shape-the-2026-world-cup.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2026/usf-health-expands-emergency-maternity-care-training-in-floridas-rural-counties.aspxFaculty and simulation experts with USF Health are joining forces to bring high-fidelity obstetric emergency training to rural care teams in 16 counties across 91社区, thanks to a new grant from the 91社区 Department of Health.Kurt LoftTue, 09 Jun 2026 10:23:50 USF Health expands emergency maternity care training in 91社区鈥檚 rural countiesFaculty and simulation experts with USF Health are joining forces to bring high-fidelity obstetric emergency training to rural care teams in 16 counties across 91社区, thanks to a new grant from the 91社区 Department of Health.USF health expert training local providers on a simulation mannequin /health/news/2026/usf-health-expands-emergency-maternity-care-training-in-floridas-rural-counties.aspxCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/liggett-steps-down-usfh-06042026.aspxDr. Stephen Liggett, Senior Associate Vice President for Research for USF Health, steps down from his leadership role this month after 13 years helping to transform USF Health into a tier-one research center. From doubling NIH funding to pioneering pharmacogenomics research, Dr. Liggett's leadership helped shaped the research culture that continues to attract top scientists.Allison LongThu, 04 Jun 2026 11:38:57 Dr. Stephen Liggett reflects on transforming USF Health ResearchDr. Stephen Liggett, Senior Associate Vice President for Research for USF Health, steps down from his leadership role this month after 13 years helping to transform USF Health into a tier-one research center. From doubling NIH funding to pioneering pharmacogenomics research, Dr. Liggett's leadership helped shaped the research culture that continues to attract top scientists.Dr. Stephen Liggett, Senior Associate Vice President for Research at USF Health. /health/news/2026/liggett-steps-down-usfh-06042026.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine,Research/news/2026/usf-invention-aims-to-reduce-30000-glaucoma-test-with-a-42-at-home-alternative.aspxA USF-developed smartphone app could help patients monitor glaucoma from home, making it easier to detect vision changes before permanent sight loss occurs. Currently in the research stage, Ayyala鈥檚 goal is to replicate the gold-standard Humphrey Visual Field Analyzer found in clinics. Ayyala hopes the technology could transform the test that typically costs $30,000 in equipment into an at-home experience for about $42. After the patient performs the five-minute test per eye, results are securely uploaded for their ophthalmologist鈥檚 review.External ArticleWed, 03 Jun 2026 09:49:19 USF invention aims to replicate $30,000 glaucoma test with a $42 at-home alternativeA USF-developed smartphone app could help patients monitor glaucoma from home, making it easier to detect vision changes before permanent sight loss occurs. Currently in the research stage, Ayyala鈥檚 goal is to replicate the gold-standard Humphrey Visual Field Analyzer found in clinics. Ayyala hopes the technology could transform the test that typically costs $30,000 in equipment into an at-home experience for about $42. After the patient performs the five-minute test per eye, results are securely uploaded for their ophthalmologist鈥檚 review.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/usf-invention-aims-to-reduce-30000-glaucoma-test-with-a-42-at-home-alternative.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/forge-coalition-positions-tampa-bay-as-radiopharmaceutical-hub.aspxA new regional coalition, the 91社区 Oncology and Radiopharmaceutical Growth Engine, positions Tampa Bay as one of the U.S.鈥檚 leading centers for radiopharmaceutical development, manufacturing and precision oncology. The coalition projects that over the next 10 years, an estimated 4,000 high-wage jobs can be created, generating $2.6 billion in economic impact for 91社区, with potential new nuclear pharmacy training opportunities at USF Health.Wed, 27 May 2026 08:08:55 FORGE Coalition launches to position Tampa Bay as Southeast hub for radiopharmaceutical innovation, training and productionA new regional coalition, the 91社区 Oncology and Radiopharmaceutical Growth Engine, positions Tampa Bay as one of the U.S.鈥檚 leading centers for radiopharmaceutical development, manufacturing and precision oncology. The coalition projects that over the next 10 years, an estimated 4,000 high-wage jobs can be created, generating $2.6 billion in economic impact for 91社区, with potential new nuclear pharmacy training opportunities at USF Health.The seal of the USF Health Taneja College of Pharmacy/health/news/2026/forge-coalition-positions-tampa-bay-as-radiopharmaceutical-hub.aspxTaneja College of Pharmacy/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-announces-spring-2026-internal-grant-awards-recipients.aspxThe 91社区 is proud to announce the recipients of its Spring 2026 internal grant awards, reflecting a continued commitment to advancing research, scholarship and creative activity across the university. Collectively, these programs represent a $1.7 million investment supporting 60 principal investigators across 12 colleges, strengthening USF鈥檚 research enterprise at every stage from early-career investigators to internationally recognized scholars.External ArticleThu, 21 May 2026 14:24:04 USF invests $1.7 million in 60 faculty across 12 colleges to foster research innovation, collaboration and impactThe 91社区 is proud to announce the recipients of its Spring 2026 internal grant awards, reflecting a continued commitment to advancing research, scholarship and creative activity across the university. Collectively, these programs represent a $1.7 million investment supporting 60 principal investigators across 12 colleges, strengthening USF鈥檚 research enterprise at every stage from early-career investigators to internationally recognized scholars.Dayane Reis, an assistant professor in the Bellini College of of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity & Computing, received a Faculty International Travel Grant to support her research/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-announces-spring-2026-internal-grant-awards-recipients.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/news/2026/three-pioneering-usf-faculty-members-to-be-inducted-into-the-florida-inventors-hall-of-fame.aspxTheir work has transformed modern life, advanced critical industries, improved patient care, strengthened national resilience and exemplified the power of innovation to address society鈥檚 most pressing challenges.External ArticleWed, 20 May 2026 09:14:54 Three pioneering USF faculty members to be inducted into the 91社区 Inventors Hall of FameTheir work has transformed modern life, advanced critical industries, improved patient care, strengthened national resilience and exemplified the power of innovation to address society鈥檚 most pressing challenges.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/three-pioneering-usf-faculty-members-to-be-inducted-into-the-florida-inventors-hall-of-fame.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/pa-program-move.aspxThe USF Health Physician Assistant Program has a new home in downtown Tampa. Five years in the making, the move to the Morsani College of Medicine puts PA students alongside medical and pharmacy students in the heart of the city's medical district.Allison LongTue, 19 May 2026 14:31:12 USF Health PA program settles into new home in downtown TampaThe USF Health Physician Assistant Program has a new home in downtown Tampa. Five years in the making, the move to the Morsani College of Medicine puts PA students alongside medical and pharmacy students in the heart of the city's medical district.The exterior of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine building in downtown Tampa/health/news/2026/pa-program-move.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,PA Program/health/news/2026/larson-ibd-grateful-patient.aspxA family began receiving care from the pediatric gastroenterology team at the USF Health Chalsty Pediatric Clinic, where they met Jacqueline Larson, MD, a pediatric gastroenterologist and assistant professor at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. Dr. Larson worked in collaboration with the family鈥檚 physician in New York to help continue the children鈥檚 care closer to home, giving the Bergmanns a trusted local partner.Ryan RossyTue, 19 May 2026 08:46:43 Siblings with Crohn鈥檚 disease reclaim the joys of childhood with help from USF Health doctor who has lived itA family began receiving care from the pediatric gastroenterology team at the USF Health Chalsty Pediatric Clinic, where they met Jacqueline Larson, MD, a pediatric gastroenterologist and assistant professor at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. Dr. Larson worked in collaboration with the family鈥檚 physician in New York to help continue the children鈥檚 care closer to home, giving the Bergmanns a trusted local partner.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/larson-ibd-grateful-patient.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2026/what-to-know-about-hantavirus.aspxReports of a hantavirus cluster linked to a cruise ship in the Atlantic have led to questions about travel safety. Public health experts say the risk of infection is low, but understanding the situation can help put the risk into perspective.Nora SamaranayakeFri, 08 May 2026 08:10:27 What to know about hantavirus after cruise ship outbreakReports of a hantavirus cluster linked to a cruise ship in the Atlantic have led to questions about travel safety. Public health experts say the risk of infection is low, but understanding the situation can help put the risk into perspective.Tube labeled hantavirus/health/news/2026/what-to-know-about-hantavirus.aspxCollege of Public Health/health/news/2026/morsani-college-of-medicine-class-of-2026-comencement.aspxCapping off a week of celebration, 169 students of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine Class of 2025 completed their medical school journey May 7 in front of an exceptionally enthusiastic crowd who could not help but yell out their pride and support for their loved ones.Story and video by Freddie Coleman; Photos by Allison LongThu, 07 May 2026 15:44:29 USF Health Morsani College of Medicine celebrates Class of 2026Capping off a week of celebration, 169 students of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine Class of 2025 completed their medical school journey May 7 in front of an exceptionally enthusiastic crowd who could not help but yell out their pride and support for their loved ones.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/morsani-college-of-medicine-class-of-2026-comencement.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/usf-scientists-examine-ais-real-world-readiness-for-drug-discovery.aspxIn a new study, researchers at USF Health examined how well AI tools can predict one of the immune system鈥檚 most important jobs: recognizing when something does not belong in the body. That process is central to fighting infections and plays a major role in the development of cancer treatments.Kurt LoftWed, 06 May 2026 10:17:36 USF scientists examine AI鈥檚 real-world readiness for drug discoveryIn a new study, researchers at USF Health examined how well AI tools can predict one of the immune system鈥檚 most important jobs: recognizing when something does not belong in the body. That process is central to fighting infections and plays a major role in the development of cancer treatments.Antibody binding to cell receptor/health/news/2026/usf-scientists-examine-ais-real-world-readiness-for-drug-discovery.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-led-innovations-tackle-cybersecurity-and-health-challenges-with-early-stage-funding.aspxRamesh Ayyala and Jasenka Zubcevic were among the recipients of Early-Stage Innovation Fund awards for groundbreaking health-focused research. Ayyala鈥檚 team is developing an AI-powered app for at-home glaucoma screening, while Zubcevic鈥檚 project explores microbiome-based therapies to improve cardiovascular and cognitive health in menopausal women.External ArticleMon, 04 May 2026 09:48:13 USF-led innovations tackle cybersecurity and health challenges with early-stage fundingRamesh Ayyala and Jasenka Zubcevic were among the recipients of Early-Stage Innovation Fund awards for groundbreaking health-focused research. Ayyala鈥檚 team is developing an AI-powered app for at-home glaucoma screening, while Zubcevic鈥檚 project explores microbiome-based therapies to improve cardiovascular and cognitive health in menopausal women.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-led-innovations-tackle-cybersecurity-and-health-challenges-with-early-stage-funding.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/rising-bull-in-health-cole-kiser.aspxInspired by his father, fourth-year medical student Cole Kiser will be answering the call to serve his patients and his country, taking care of the country's service members and their families as an internal medicine physician.Story. photos and video by Freddie ColemanMon, 04 May 2026 09:23:29 Rising Bulls in Health: Cole KiserInspired by his father, fourth-year medical student Cole Kiser will be answering the call to serve his patients and his country, taking care of the country's service members and their families as an internal medicine physician.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/rising-bull-in-health-cole-kiser.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/nursing/news/2026/road-to-graduation-jennie-norton.aspxNursing has been central to Jennie Norton鈥檚 life since she was a child. Always ready with a bandage when someone skinned their knee or stubbed their toe, her family affectionately called her 鈥淣urse Nancy,鈥� a nickname adopted from the Golden Books series of the same name. As Norton prepares to graduate from the USF Health College of Nursing, she is ready to write her own story.External ArticleFri, 01 May 2026 20:07:16 Rising Bull in Health: Jennie NortonNursing has been central to Jennie Norton鈥檚 life since she was a child. Always ready with a bandage when someone skinned their knee or stubbed their toe, her family affectionately called her 鈥淣urse Nancy,鈥� a nickname adopted from the Golden Books series of the same name. As Norton prepares to graduate from the USF Health College of Nursing, she is ready to write her own story.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/health/nursing/news/2026/road-to-graduation-jennie-norton.aspxCollege of Nursing,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/h5n1-seasonal-flu.aspxAn international systematic review of studies on avian influenza, or H5N1, shows that seasonal flu vaccine may offer some protection against H5N1. The study, published this month, included USF Health researchers.Nora SamaranayakeTue, 28 Apr 2026 21:24:40 Could a seasonal flu shot help protect against bird flu? International study points to a surprising possibilityAn international systematic review of studies on avian influenza, or H5N1, shows that seasonal flu vaccine may offer some protection against H5N1. The study, published this month, included USF Health researchers.The H5N1 virus /health/news/2026/h5n1-seasonal-flu.aspxCollege of Public Health,Research/health/news/2026/kadiwar-pa-graduation.aspxPhysician assistant student Aashna Kadiwar was diagnosed with stage four Hodgkin's lymphoma two days after her 21st birthday. Now set to graduate from the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine physician assistant program in May, she reflects on how her diagnosis shaped her path to hematology oncology and her commitment to community health outreach.Allison LongMon, 27 Apr 2026 21:45:45 From patient to provider: Aashna Kadiwar鈥檚 road to graduationPhysician assistant student Aashna Kadiwar was diagnosed with stage four Hodgkin's lymphoma two days after her 21st birthday. Now set to graduate from the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine physician assistant program in May, she reflects on how her diagnosis shaped her path to hematology oncology and her commitment to community health outreach.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/kadiwar-pa-graduation.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,PA Program/health/news/2026/rising-bull-danielle-white.aspxLong before the sun rises, Danielle White is already on the road. At 3 a.m., she begins a two-hour drive from Ocala to Tampa for her clinical training. By 6 a.m., she is on the court or field, caring for 91社区 student-athletes, sometimes on only four hours of sleep.Ryan RossyMon, 27 Apr 2026 08:50:06 Rising Bull in Health: Danielle WhiteLong before the sun rises, Danielle White is already on the road. At 3 a.m., she begins a two-hour drive from Ocala to Tampa for her clinical training. By 6 a.m., she is on the court or field, caring for 91社区 student-athletes, sometimes on only four hours of sleep.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/rising-bull-danielle-white.aspxMorsani College of Medicinehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/3m-gift-recognizes-neurosurgical-excellence-usf-health?fbclid=IwY2xjawRTI5NleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJsSlRMTHo2d3BOTEFzMGZLc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHubfTejtVxd89Ec845s7r0b31UALIYN4xcDuiqt0gjf5I7QwYVSh9s5PtsXF_aem_lHrMaBCbj_sQu61VGHU4RgA generous gift to USF Health from USF President Emerita Judy Genshaft and her husband, Steve Greenbam, establishes the Genshaft and Greenbaum Endowed Chair in Neurosurgery.External ArticleMon, 20 Apr 2026 09:33:58 $3M Gift Recognizes Neurosurgical Excellence at USF HealthA generous gift to USF Health from USF President Emerita Judy Genshaft and her husband, Steve Greenbam, establishes the Genshaft and Greenbaum Endowed Chair in Neurosurgery. Steve Greenbam and USF President Emerita Judy Genshaft https://giving.usf.edu/impact/3m-gift-recognizes-neurosurgical-excellence-usf-health?fbclid=IwY2xjawRTI5NleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJsSlRMTHo2d3BOTEFzMGZLc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHubfTejtVxd89Ec845s7r0b31UALIYN4xcDuiqt0gjf5I7QwYVSh9s5PtsXF_aem_lHrMaBCbj_sQu61VGHU4RgMorsani College of Medicinehttps://www.austral.edu.ar/en/FCB-signs-agreement-with-the-University-of-South-91社区/During the visit of USF Health from the 91社区, the College of Biomedical Sciences signed an agreement that opens new opportunities for collaboration in training, research and health.External ArticleFri, 17 Apr 2026 09:41:21 FCB signs agreement with the 91社区During the visit of USF Health from the 91社区, the College of Biomedical Sciences signed an agreement that opens new opportunities for collaboration in training, research and health.91社区: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.austral.edu.ar/en/FCB-signs-agreement-with-the-University-of-South-91社区/Morsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2026/pandemic-preparedness.aspxPhysicians, scientists and public health leaders gathered at USF Health to discuss pandemic preparedness for the Global Virus Network Annual International Scientific Meeting.Nora SamaranayakeThu, 16 Apr 2026 21:52:31 International meeting at USF Health: When the next pandemic comes, will we be ready?Physicians, scientists and public health leaders gathered at USF Health to discuss pandemic preparedness for the Global Virus Network Annual International Scientific Meeting.Scientists discuss pandemic preparedness. /health/news/2026/pandemic-preparedness.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/news/2026/usf-jabil-partnership-advances-next-generation-medical-technology.aspxA powerful partnership between the 91社区 and Jabil is turning student ideas into real-world medical innovations 鈥� from classroom concepts to patent-pending technologies with the potential to improve patient care.External ArticleWed, 15 Apr 2026 14:00:35 USF-Jabil partnership advances next-generation medical technologyA powerful partnership between the 91社区 and Jabil is turning student ideas into real-world medical innovations 鈥� from classroom concepts to patent-pending technologies with the potential to improve patient care.USF - Jabil/news/2026/usf-jabil-partnership-advances-next-generation-medical-technology.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/complex-swallowing-challenge-is-met-with-patient-centered-treatment.aspxWhen Jennie Watkins imagined retirement, she pictured time with her grandchildren, shared meals with family and the freedom to travel. But a devastating complication led her unable to swallow. Thanks to specialized care at USF Health and TGH, she no longer relies on a feeding tube and enjoys everyday moments that once felt out of reach.Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:16:17 At USF Health and TGH, a complex swallowing challenge is met with patient-centered treatmentWhen Jennie Watkins imagined retirement, she pictured time with her grandchildren, shared meals with family and the freedom to travel. But a devastating complication led her unable to swallow. Thanks to specialized care at USF Health and TGH, she no longer relies on a feeding tube and enjoys everyday moments that once felt out of reach.Dr. Abdel-Aty and Jennie Watkins/health/news/2026/complex-swallowing-challenge-is-met-with-patient-centered-treatment.aspxPatient Care/health/news/2026/usf-health-programs-rise-across-the-board-in-us-news-rankings.aspxIn a sweep of strong results, every USF Health graduate program either rose in the rankings or held its position, with eight ranked in the Top 50 nationally and five recognized as No. 1 in 91社区. The Morsani College of Medicine earned the highest possible Tier 1 rating for research for the second consecutive year.Cody R. Hawley, PhDTue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:41 USF Health posts broad gains in new U.S. News rankings, led by Tier 1 designation for medicineIn a sweep of strong results, every USF Health graduate program either rose in the rankings or held its position, with eight ranked in the Top 50 nationally and five recognized as No. 1 in 91社区. The Morsani College of Medicine earned the highest possible Tier 1 rating for research for the second consecutive year.Tier 1 two years in a row/health/news/2026/usf-health-programs-rise-across-the-board-in-us-news-rankings.aspxCollege of Nursing,College of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,Physical Therapy,Taneja College of Pharmacy/health/news/2026/tgh-usf-host-microbes-genes-and-cancer-symposium.aspxThe symposium explored the latest research to better understand how microbes, genetics, epigenetics and immune pathways intersect to drive cancer development, progression and treatment response.Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:32:32 TGH, USF Health convene international scientific leaders for the 鈥淢icrobes, Genes & Cancer鈥� symposiumThe symposium explored the latest research to better understand how microbes, genetics, epigenetics and immune pathways intersect to drive cancer development, progression and treatment response.Leaders at the TGH Cancer Symposium/health/news/2026/tgh-usf-host-microbes-genes-and-cancer-symposium.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2026/psychedelic-research-psychiatry.aspxUSF Health鈥檚 Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences is conducting a series of clinical trials investigating the use of psychedelic medications to treat mental health.鈥淲hat I'm hoping is that this research leads to another way that we can treat people who have significant psychiatric conditions,鈥� said Dr. Ryan Wagoner, chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences.Allison LongThu, 02 Apr 2026 11:29:07 Psychedelic research at USF Health examines new treatment optionsUSF Health鈥檚 Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences is conducting a series of clinical trials investigating the use of psychedelic medications to treat mental health.鈥淲hat I'm hoping is that this research leads to another way that we can treat people who have significant psychiatric conditions,鈥� said Dr. Ryan Wagoner, chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences.Psychedelic research at USF Health examines new treatment options/health/news/2026/psychedelic-research-psychiatry.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2026/cancer-anderson.aspxThe USF Health Morsani College of Medicine and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute deploy artificial intelligence - powered partnership to expand access to cervical cancer screening and follow-up care across rural 91社区.Nora SamaranayakeTue, 31 Mar 2026 14:27:40 USF Health, TGH to use state innovation funds for rural cancer careThe USF Health Morsani College of Medicine and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute deploy artificial intelligence - powered partnership to expand access to cervical cancer screening and follow-up care across rural 91社区.USF Health and Tampa General Hospital experts met last year about rural cancer care /health/news/2026/cancer-anderson.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care,Research/health/news/2026/python-ptos.aspxPythons and humans have very different eating habits, but it turns out that they share a similar brain chemical that inhibits feeding. USF Health are studying how this chemical might influence weight loss.Dave ScheiberMon, 30 Mar 2026 18:57:49 Eat like a snake to lose weight? Similar brain chemicals found in pythons and humans, USF Health study showsPythons and humans have very different eating habits, but it turns out that they share a similar brain chemical that inhibits feeding. USF Health are studying how this chemical might influence weight loss.USF Health researchers are studying brain chemicals shared by humans and pythons. /health/news/2026/python-ptos.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2026/aging-hiv.aspxAs people with HIV live longer and experience diseases associated with aging, USF Health researchers are taking a leading role in studying how HIV affects other chronic conditions, from heart disease to cancer.Nora SamaranayakeMon, 30 Mar 2026 08:55:50 Aging with HIV: USF Health scientists target new frontiers in HIV research to improve long-term healthAs people with HIV live longer and experience diseases associated with aging, USF Health researchers are taking a leading role in studying how HIV affects other chronic conditions, from heart disease to cancer.Dr. Robert Gallo is the co-discoverer of HIV as the virus that causes AIDS. /health/news/2026/aging-hiv.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2026/robotic-microsurgery-offers-new-hope-for-lymphedema-patients-at-usf-and-tgh.aspxRobotic microsurgery at USF Health and Tampa General Hospital is redefining lymphedema care, offering patients like Army veteran Monica Boney a breakthrough approach that restores function and moves beyond lifelong symptom management.Cody R. Hawley, PhDMon, 30 Mar 2026 07:46:17 Robotic microsurgery offers new hope for lymphedema patients at USF Health and Tampa General HospitalRobotic microsurgery at USF Health and Tampa General Hospital is redefining lymphedema care, offering patients like Army veteran Monica Boney a breakthrough approach that restores function and moves beyond lifelong symptom management.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/robotic-microsurgery-offers-new-hope-for-lymphedema-patients-at-usf-and-tgh.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/research-innovation/news/2026/five-usf-faculty-named-2025-fellows-of-american-association-for-advancement-of-science.aspx91社区 faculty members Michael Lynch, Usha Menon, Niketa Patel, Charles Stanish and Jose Zayas-Castro have been elected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science 2025 class of Fellows.External ArticleThu, 26 Mar 2026 00:25:37 Five USF faculty named 2025 fellows of American Association for the Advancement of Science91社区 faculty members Michael Lynch, Usha Menon, Niketa Patel, Charles Stanish and Jose Zayas-Castro have been elected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science 2025 class of Fellows.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/research-innovation/news/2026/five-usf-faculty-named-2025-fellows-of-american-association-for-advancement-of-science.aspxCollege of Nursing,Honors & Awardshttps://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.External ArticleWed, 25 Mar 2026 00:45:48 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.91社区: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/largest-clinical-trial-using-brain-training-to-reduce-dementia-receives-millions.aspxMorsani College of Medicinehttps://www.tgh.org/news/tgh-press-releases/2026/march/tampa-general-hospital-usf-health-named-cancer-center-of-excellence-in-florida?fbclid=IwY2xjawQv019leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEelkMqXTcRFH5duj3pqeC5rizIxto_t1rtRN7Fi0xqq3EB4SrTnrmrU12u-MQ_aem_nIKBtyRJSI4s9Y0MLha5OgThe Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute, in partnership with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, earned the state鈥檚 designation as Cancer Center of Excellence in recognition of its excellence in quality, comprehensive and innovative patient-centered care.External ArticleTue, 24 Mar 2026 16:30:09 TGH, USF Health Named Cancer Center of Excellence in 91社区The Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute, in partnership with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, earned the state鈥檚 designation as Cancer Center of Excellence in recognition of its excellence in quality, comprehensive and innovative patient-centered care.Three doctors in the TGH Cancer Institutehttps://www.tgh.org/news/tgh-press-releases/2026/march/tampa-general-hospital-usf-health-named-cancer-center-of-excellence-in-florida?fbclid=IwY2xjawQv019leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEelkMqXTcRFH5duj3pqeC5rizIxto_t1rtRN7Fi0xqq3EB4SrTnrmrU12u-MQ_aem_nIKBtyRJSI4s9Y0MLha5OgMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care