/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usTue, 27 Jan 2026 17:44:36 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/usf-student-athlete-navigates-her-own-path-in-professional-soccer-and-computing.aspxUSF student-athlete Sadie Sider-Echenberg is charting a dual path in professional soccer and computing. A standout midfielder and Outstanding Graduate from the Bellini College, she balanced elite athletics with a computer science degree. Now preparing to play professionally in Sweden, she’s pursuing her professional athletic dreams while keeping a future in tech firmly in sight.Jeremy MareadyMon, 26 Jan 2026 15:19:56 USF student-athlete navigates her own path in professional soccer and computingUSF student-athlete Sadie Sider-Echenberg is charting a dual path in professional soccer and computing. A standout midfielder and Outstanding Graduate from the Bellini College, she balanced elite athletics with a computer science degree. Now preparing to play professionally in Sweden, she’s pursuing her professional athletic dreams while keeping a future in tech firmly in sight.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/usf-student-athlete-navigates-her-own-path-in-professional-soccer-and-computing.aspxComputinghttps://www.fox13news.com/news/usf-students-crack-code-cyber-criminals-through-new-criminology-ai-degreeUSF is launching an innovative computer science and criminology major that is designed to prepare students to combat cybercrime. This new interdisciplinary program blends computing, artificial intelligence and criminal justice to give students hands-on experience tracking digital threats, gathering evidence and working with law enforcement.External ArticleFri, 23 Jan 2026 14:05:37 USF students to crack code on cyber criminals through new criminology and AI degreeUSF is launching an innovative computer science and criminology major that is designed to prepare students to combat cybercrime. This new interdisciplinary program blends computing, artificial intelligence and criminal justice to give students hands-on experience tracking digital threats, gathering evidence and working with law enforcement.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.fox13news.com/news/usf-students-crack-code-cyber-criminals-through-new-criminology-ai-degreeArtificial Intelligence,Cybersecurity/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/bellini-college-partnership-to-offer-three-interdisciplinary-computing-majors-icm-for-2026.aspxBeginning Fall 2026, USF’s Bellini College will launch three interdisciplinary computing majors that blend computer science and AI with social sciences, business and criminology. Designed through cross-college partnerships, the programs prepare students for technology-driven careers by integrating technical skills with human, strategic and ethical perspectives. Registration opens March 30.Jeremy MareadyTue, 20 Jan 2026 08:52:48 Bellini College partnership to offer three interdisciplinary computing majors in 2026Beginning Fall 2026, USF’s Bellini College will launch three interdisciplinary computing majors that blend computer science and AI with social sciences, business and criminology. Designed through cross-college partnerships, the programs prepare students for technology-driven careers by integrating technical skills with human, strategic and ethical perspectives. Registration opens March 30.Graphic representation of ��èAV���'s Bellini College of AI, Cybersecurity and Computing/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/bellini-college-partnership-to-offer-three-interdisciplinary-computing-majors-icm-for-2026.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Computing,Cybersecurity/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/bellini-college-expands-ai-course-companion-to-enhance-teaching-and-student-learning.aspxUSF's Bellini College of AI, Cybersecurity and Computing is expanding its AI Course Companion, an interactive Canvas-based tool that helps students study and practice using instructor-approved materials. The AICC is now open to faculty across USF and offers personalized AI support, multilingual assistance and real-time insights to boost student understanding, engagement and academic confidence.Jeremy MareadyFri, 16 Jan 2026 13:36:41 Bellini College expands AI Course Companion to enhance teaching and student learningUSF's Bellini College of AI, Cybersecurity and Computing is expanding its AI Course Companion, an interactive Canvas-based tool that helps students study and practice using instructor-approved materials. The AICC is now open to faculty across USF and offers personalized AI support, multilingual assistance and real-time insights to boost student understanding, engagement and academic confidence.Student typing on a computer/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/bellini-college-expands-ai-course-companion-to-enhance-teaching-and-student-learning.aspxArtificial Intelligence/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/bellini-computer-science-student-pursues-research-focused-future-in-ai.aspxAnelle Utegen’s journey from Kazakhstan to USF’s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing reflects a growing passion for AI and machine learning research. Inspired by coursework, campus involvement and undergraduate research, the computer science senior is charting a research-focused future as she prepares to graduate and pursue advanced study in artificial intelligence.Jeremy MareadyThu, 15 Jan 2026 16:44:42 Bellini computer science student pursues research-focused future in AIAnelle Utegen’s journey from Kazakhstan to USF’s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing reflects a growing passion for AI and machine learning research. Inspired by coursework, campus involvement and undergraduate research, the computer science senior is charting a research-focused future as she prepares to graduate and pursue advanced study in artificial intelligence.Anne Utegen sits on a bench under a shaded area holding her laptop./ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/bellini-computer-science-student-pursues-research-focused-future-in-ai.aspxArtificial Intelligencehttps://cyberflorida.org/from-high-school-cybersecurity-academy-to-usfs-bellini-college/Alexavier Cherilus is already thinking like a cybersecurity professional. A former high school academy student, he earned certifications, completed a competitive county IT internship and entered USF’s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing with enough credits to graduate early. His journey highlights how early exposure, mentorship and hands-on experience can help students who want to pursue careers in cybersecurity.External ArticleThu, 15 Jan 2026 13:37:54 From High School Cybersecurity Academy to USF’s Bellini CollegeAlexavier Cherilus is already thinking like a cybersecurity professional. A former high school academy student, he earned certifications, completed a competitive county IT internship and entered USF’s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing with enough credits to graduate early. His journey highlights how early exposure, mentorship and hands-on experience can help students who want to pursue careers in cybersecurity.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://cyberflorida.org/from-high-school-cybersecurity-academy-to-usfs-bellini-college/Cybersecurity/news/2026/ai-is-moving-fast-the-law-must-keep-up-a-conversation-with-usf-researcher-karni-chagal-feferkorn.aspxKarni Chagal-Feferkorn’s work examines the gray areas of liability when autonomous systems are involved in causing damage, the dangers AI poses to children and a growing need for tech creators and policymakers to collaborate before systems are deployed.External ArticleWed, 14 Jan 2026 17:26:34 Laws must keep up with fast-moving AI: A conversation with USF researcher Karni Chagal-FeferkornKarni Chagal-Feferkorn’s work examines the gray areas of liability when autonomous systems are involved in causing damage, the dangers AI poses to children and a growing need for tech creators and policymakers to collaborate before systems are deployed.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/ai-is-moving-fast-the-law-must-keep-up-a-conversation-with-usf-researcher-karni-chagal-feferkorn.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Research/news/2026/usf-rises-in-new-research-rankings-outpacing-many-peer-institutions-in-growth.aspxUSF continues to rise in national research rankings, and the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing plays a big role in that, according to the National Science Foundation Higher Education Research and Development survey. Research that falls under the category of Computer and Information Sciences climbed 26 spots to No. 25 among public universities, with $25.3 million in research expenditures.External ArticleTue, 13 Jan 2026 16:30:16 USF rises in new research rankings, outpacing many peer institutions in growthUSF continues to rise in national research rankings, and the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing plays a big role in that, according to the National Science Foundation Higher Education Research and Development survey. Research that falls under the category of Computer and Information Sciences climbed 26 spots to No. 25 among public universities, with $25.3 million in research expenditures.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/usf-rises-in-new-research-rankings-outpacing-many-peer-institutions-in-growth.aspxCybersecurity,Researchhttps://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/ces-2026-ai-humanoid-robots-wash-your-dishes-do-laundryZhao Han, an assistant professor with USF’s Bellini College, weighed in on the latest AI breakthroughs unveiled at CES 2026, where humanoid robots are moving beyond novelty toward real-world household tasks. In Homes & Gardens, he explained how advances in physical AI could transform daily life, with promising implications for accessibility, aging populations and the future of human–robot interaction.External ArticleMon, 12 Jan 2026 13:11:48 CES 2026: AI Humanoid Robots Can Now Wash Your Dishes and Do Your LaundryZhao Han, an assistant professor with USF’s Bellini College, weighed in on the latest AI breakthroughs unveiled at CES 2026, where humanoid robots are moving beyond novelty toward real-world household tasks. In Homes & Gardens, he explained how advances in physical AI could transform daily life, with promising implications for accessibility, aging populations and the future of human–robot interaction.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/ces-2026-ai-humanoid-robots-wash-your-dishes-do-laundryArtificial Intelligence,Research/news/2025/from-mad-scientist-to-ai-pioneer-the-bellini-college-is-shaping-usfs-future.aspxPioneering USF AI researcher Lawrence Hall helped lay the foundation for the new Bellini College of Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing. Today, as the university celebrates its 70th anniversary, the college stands as a fast-growing hub shaping every USF discipline and preparing the next generation of AI and cybersecurity leaders.External ArticleFri, 09 Jan 2026 15:32:43 AI pioneer helping shape USF's future in the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and ComputingPioneering USF AI researcher Lawrence Hall helped lay the foundation for the new Bellini College of Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing. Today, as the university celebrates its 70th anniversary, the college stands as a fast-growing hub shaping every USF discipline and preparing the next generation of AI and cybersecurity leaders.Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing Professor Lawrence Hall, a pioneer of AI at USF, and Michelle McAveety, a junior computer engineering major[Photo by Andres Faza, University Communications and Marketing]/news/2025/from-mad-scientist-to-ai-pioneer-the-bellini-college-is-shaping-usfs-future.aspxArtificial Intelligence/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/anthropological-perspective-assists-usf-cybersecurity-researcher-in-addressing-soc-burnout.aspxCybersecurity researcher Simon Ou is bridging the gap between academic theory and industry practice through a cross-disciplinary approach that unites computer science and anthropology. His work examines human behavior, burnout and decision-making inside security operations centers, using real-world insights and emerging AI tools to improve workflows, boost productivity and create cybersecurity solutions professionals will actually use.Jeremy MareadyThu, 08 Jan 2026 09:07:09 Anthropological perspective assists USF cybersecurity researcher in addressing SOC burnoutCybersecurity researcher Simon Ou is bridging the gap between academic theory and industry practice through a cross-disciplinary approach that unites computer science and anthropology. His work examines human behavior, burnout and decision-making inside security operations centers, using real-world insights and emerging AI tools to improve workflows, boost productivity and create cybersecurity solutions professionals will actually use.Simon Ou has spent his career thinking about how rigorous academic research can better connect with the day-to-day realities of cybersecurity professionals./ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/anthropological-perspective-assists-usf-cybersecurity-researcher-in-addressing-soc-burnout.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Computing,Cybersecurity,Researchhttps://995qyk.com/2026/01/05/tampa-bay-unveils-future-ready-plan-with-ai-data-centers-and-marine-tech/The Tampa Bay Economic Development Council released a plan that names artificial intelligence, tech infrastructure, and ocean technology as three priorities for 2026-2028. The plan follows eight months of study…External ArticleTue, 06 Jan 2026 10:33:21 Tampa Bay Unveils Future-Ready Plan with AI, Data Centers, and Marine TechThe Tampa Bay Economic Development Council released a plan that names artificial intelligence, tech infrastructure, and ocean technology as three priorities for 2026-2028. The plan follows eight months of study…��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://995qyk.com/2026/01/05/tampa-bay-unveils-future-ready-plan-with-ai-data-centers-and-marine-tech/Artificial Intelligence,Research/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/arnie-bellini-receives-presidents-fellow-medallion-at-graduation-exercises.aspxEntrepreneur and philanthropist Arnie Bellini was honored with USF’s President’s Fellow Medallion during graduation exercises, recognizing his lasting impact on the university and Tampa Bay. Bellini’s leadership and philanthropy have helped expand student opportunities, launch the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing, and strengthen the region’s technology and conservation efforts.Jeremy MareadyFri, 19 Dec 2025 09:38:19 Arnie Bellini receives President’s Fellow Medallion at graduation exercisesEntrepreneur and philanthropist Arnie Bellini was honored with USF’s President’s Fellow Medallion during graduation exercises, recognizing his lasting impact on the university and Tampa Bay. Bellini’s leadership and philanthropy have helped expand student opportunities, launch the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing, and strengthen the region’s technology and conservation efforts.Entrepreneur and philanthropist Arnie Bellini was honored with USF’s President’s Fellow Medallion during graduation exercises./ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/arnie-bellini-receives-presidents-fellow-medallion-at-graduation-exercises.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Computing,Cybersecurity/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/new-study-shows-how-microearthquakes-can-help-unlock-geothermal-power.aspxUSF assistant professor Ankur Mali is using machine learning to turn microearthquakes into a roadmap for geothermal energy. By combining physics with AI, his team can predict underground rock permeability, a key factor for efficient heat extraction. This innovative approach could accelerate renewable energy development and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.Jeremy MareadyFri, 19 Dec 2025 08:28:16 New study shows how microearthquakes can help unlock geothermal powerUSF assistant professor Ankur Mali is using machine learning to turn microearthquakes into a roadmap for geothermal energy. By combining physics with AI, his team can predict underground rock permeability, a key factor for efficient heat extraction. This innovative approach could accelerate renewable energy development and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.USF assistant professor Ankur Mali is using machine learning to turn microearthquakes into a roadmap for geothermal energy. /ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/new-study-shows-how-microearthquakes-can-help-unlock-geothermal-power.aspxResearch/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/techx-florida-2025-conference-attracts-top-companies-and-students.aspxMore than 350 students and professionals gathered at USF for the student-led TechX Florida Artificial Intelligence Conference, organized by the IEEE Computer Society. Planned entirely by students, the event featured industry speakers from leading companies, hands-on workshops, panel discussions and a career fair that connected students with major employers.Jeremy MareadyThu, 18 Dec 2025 08:58:30 TechX Florida 2025 conference attracts top companies and studentsMore than 350 students and professionals gathered at USF for the student-led TechX Florida Artificial Intelligence Conference, organized by the IEEE Computer Society. Planned entirely by students, the event featured industry speakers from leading companies, hands-on workshops, panel discussions and a career fair that connected students with major employers.Students sitting at computers at the TechX Florida Conference/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/techx-florida-2025-conference-attracts-top-companies-and-students.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Computing,Cybersecurity/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/usfs-bellini-college-marks-milestone-with-inaugural-induction-ceremonies.aspxStudents in USF’s Bellini College participated in the college’s inaugural professional inductions that celebrated their transition into the engineering and computer science fields. Engineering students took part in the Order of the Engineer ceremony, while computer science students received pins symbolizing their professional commitment.Jeremy MareadyFri, 12 Dec 2025 18:05:42 USF’s Bellini College marks milestone with inaugural induction ceremoniesStudents in USF’s Bellini College participated in the college’s inaugural professional inductions that celebrated their transition into the engineering and computer science fields. Engineering students took part in the Order of the Engineer ceremony, while computer science students received pins symbolizing their professional commitment.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/usfs-bellini-college-marks-milestone-with-inaugural-induction-ceremonies.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Computing,Cybersecurity/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/usfs-bellini-college-creates-dedicated-career-advising-team-to-support-students-entering-a-high-tech-workforce.aspxUSF’s Bellini College has a new career advising team to help students navigate the fast-moving tech job market. The new team offers tailored support in resume building, technical interviews, internships and long-term career planning.Jeremy MareadyFri, 12 Dec 2025 16:32:36 USF’s Bellini College creates dedicated career advising team to support students entering a high-tech workforceUSF’s Bellini College has a new career advising team to help students navigate the fast-moving tech job market. The new team offers tailored support in resume building, technical interviews, internships and long-term career planning.��èAV��� career advisor with student/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/usfs-bellini-college-creates-dedicated-career-advising-team-to-support-students-entering-a-high-tech-workforce.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Computing,Cybersecurity/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/usf-senior-finds-her-stride-helping-to-build-ai-tool-for-campus-parking.aspxUSF senior Heather Ho helped develop an AI system that estimates parking availability in high-traffic garages, transforming her classroom learning into a real-world solution for students. Once a shy commuter unsure of her path, Ho found confidence, community and direction through hands-on work that strengthened the parking app.Lorie BriggsThu, 11 Dec 2025 14:01:12 USF senior finds her stride helping to build AI tool for campus parkingUSF senior Heather Ho helped develop an AI system that estimates parking availability in high-traffic garages, transforming her classroom learning into a real-world solution for students. Once a shy commuter unsure of her path, Ho found confidence, community and direction through hands-on work that strengthened the parking app.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/usf-senior-finds-her-stride-helping-to-build-ai-tool-for-campus-parking.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Computing/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/usf-cybersecurity-student-overcomes-surprise-cancer-diagnosis.aspxUSF cybersecurity student Angelin Benny discovered she had thyroid cancer after a back injury led to unexpected scans. Despite months of uncertainty and treatment, she pushed forward, took on leadership roles and found strength in her support system. Now recovered, she’s preparing to graduate and begin her cybersecurity career.Jeremy MareadyMon, 08 Dec 2025 11:25:42 USF cybersecurity student overcomes surprise cancer diagnosisUSF cybersecurity student Angelin Benny discovered she had thyroid cancer after a back injury led to unexpected scans. Despite months of uncertainty and treatment, she pushed forward, took on leadership roles and found strength in her support system. Now recovered, she’s preparing to graduate and begin her cybersecurity career.Angelin Benny prepares to graduate from USF with a degree in cybersecurity/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/usf-cybersecurity-student-overcomes-surprise-cancer-diagnosis.aspxCybersecurity/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/bellini-college-symposium-highlights-undergraduate-research-opportunities.aspxAbout 75 undergraduate students attended the college's first REU Symposium, an event designed to introduce students to research opportunities early in their collegiate careers.Jeremy MareadyFri, 05 Dec 2025 15:51:03 Bellini College symposium highlights undergraduate research opportunitiesAbout 75 undergraduate students attended the college's first REU Symposium, an event designed to introduce students to research opportunities early in their collegiate careers.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/bellini-college-symposium-highlights-undergraduate-research-opportunities.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Computing,Cybersecurity,Research/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/lime-green-to-debut-at-bellini-collegea-inaugural-commencement.aspxUSF’s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will debut the new lime green tassel at this month’s fall commencement, marking the graduation of its inaugural class. The new color now represents the college’s technology-focused disciplines and joins USF’s long-standing academic regalia tradition.Jeremy MareadyFri, 05 Dec 2025 15:15:12 Lime green tassel to debut at Bellini College’s inaugural commencementUSF’s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will debut the new lime green tassel at this month’s fall commencement, marking the graduation of its inaugural class. The new color now represents the college’s technology-focused disciplines and joins USF’s long-standing academic regalia tradition.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/lime-green-to-debut-at-bellini-collegea-inaugural-commencement.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Computing,Cyberherd,Cybersecurity,Research/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/cole-hill.aspxWhat began as a master’s project evolved into a multi-year research partnership that shaped his academic and professional path. He worked with Sarkar and Pamplona Segundo on research that integrates physics-informed modeling with computer vision to improve the reliability of gait recognition for the DoD IARPA/Kitware-funded project. Together, the team also created SynthGait, a large-scale synthetic 3D dataset that generates lifelike human motion under different clothing, viewpoints and walking styles.Lorie BriggsMon, 01 Dec 2025 16:15:52 Gait Analysis: Doctoral Student’s Research Helps AI Walk the WalkWhat began as a master’s project evolved into a multi-year research partnership that shaped his academic and professional path. He worked with Sarkar and Pamplona Segundo on research that integrates physics-informed modeling with computer vision to improve the reliability of gait recognition for the DoD IARPA/Kitware-funded project. Together, the team also created SynthGait, a large-scale synthetic 3D dataset that generates lifelike human motion under different clothing, viewpoints and walking styles.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/cole-hill.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Researchhttps://www.fox13news.com/news/ai-experts-warn-parents-about-risks-hidden-ai-powered-toysIn this Fox 13 Tampa Bay story about Black Friday shopping, faculty member Karni Chagal-Feferkorn warns people to be mindful of the risks that come with AI-powered toys, pointing out that while many have great educational purposes, some have shown worrisome behavior and parents should exercise caution and monitor their children’s use of the toys.External ArticleMon, 01 Dec 2025 10:15:25 AI experts warn parents about risks hidden in AI-powered toysIn this Fox 13 Tampa Bay story about Black Friday shopping, faculty member Karni Chagal-Feferkorn warns people to be mindful of the risks that come with AI-powered toys, pointing out that while many have great educational purposes, some have shown worrisome behavior and parents should exercise caution and monitor their children’s use of the toys.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.fox13news.com/news/ai-experts-warn-parents-about-risks-hidden-ai-powered-toysArtificial Intelligence,Cybersecurityhttps://www.wtsp.com/article/news/investigations/10-investigates/celebrity-imposter-chat-florida-woman-loses-money/67-5e8fbac3-582a-4f38-bfec-9b3bfe2a191fA Florida woman lost $200 after chatting with a fake “celebrity,” highlighting how deceptive imposter scams can be. Associate Dean Larry Hall spoke with a WTSP reporter about rising online fraud, urging vigilance and suggesting cues that might help people determine that a video might not be real.External ArticleMon, 01 Dec 2025 00:23:23 A chat with a celebrity imposter started with a photo — and ended with a woman losing $200A Florida woman lost $200 after chatting with a fake “celebrity,” highlighting how deceptive imposter scams can be. Associate Dean Larry Hall spoke with a WTSP reporter about rising online fraud, urging vigilance and suggesting cues that might help people determine that a video might not be real.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.wtsp.com/article/news/investigations/10-investigates/celebrity-imposter-chat-florida-woman-loses-money/67-5e8fbac3-582a-4f38-bfec-9b3bfe2a191fArtificial Intelligence,Cybersecurityhttps://www.tampabay28.com/news/region-hillsborough/university-of-south-florida-launches-states-first-college-of-artificial-intelligenceIn August, USF opened the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computing. USF launches state's first college of artificial intelligence. AI will likely impact most industries, so the ��èAV��� decided to jump in headfirst. “This is a new experiment, a new very bold experiment that USF has stepped up to do to address this transition that’s happening in society because of AI,” said Sarkar.External ArticleTue, 25 Nov 2025 14:19:25 ��èAV��� launches state's first college of artificial intelligenceIn August, USF opened the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computing. USF launches state's first college of artificial intelligence. AI will likely impact most industries, so the ��èAV��� decided to jump in headfirst. “This is a new experiment, a new very bold experiment that USF has stepped up to do to address this transition that’s happening in society because of AI,” said Sarkar.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.tampabay28.com/news/region-hillsborough/university-of-south-florida-launches-states-first-college-of-artificial-intelligenceArtificial Intelligence/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/cross-discipline-research-meetings-fuel-ideas-for-future-collaboration-projects.aspxUSF’s Bellini College's cross-disciplinary research connects AI, cybersecurity and computing faculty with partners across campus and Tampa General Hospital. Recent meetings have highlighted research collaborations in virtual reality training, augmented reality design, PTSD assessment tools and medical research that uses AI technology.Jeremy MareadyMon, 24 Nov 2025 15:00:35 Cross-discipline research meetings fuel ideas for future collaboration projectsUSF’s Bellini College's cross-disciplinary research connects AI, cybersecurity and computing faculty with partners across campus and Tampa General Hospital. Recent meetings have highlighted research collaborations in virtual reality training, augmented reality design, PTSD assessment tools and medical research that uses AI technology.��èAV��� staff and faculty listen to presentations about interdisciplinary research./ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/cross-discipline-research-meetings-fuel-ideas-for-future-collaboration-projects.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Computing,Research/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/rushitha.aspxInspired by a guest speaker to make an impact with research, Rushitha Mamidala is developing an AI tool to support patients and their doctors by making cancer diagnoses more accurate and understandable.Jeremy MareadyTue, 18 Nov 2025 15:30:01 USF doctoral student is creating an AI tool to turn complex cancer reports into clarityInspired by a guest speaker to make an impact with research, Rushitha Mamidala is developing an AI tool to support patients and their doctors by making cancer diagnoses more accurate and understandable.Rushitha Mamidala is developing an AI tool to support patients and their doctors by making cancer diagnoses more accurate and understandable. /ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/rushitha.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Computing,Cybersecurity,Research/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/zheng-nsf-grant.aspxUSF Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing Associate Professor Hao Zheng has received an NSF grant and a Best Paper Award from ISQED 2025 for developing a new framework for System-on-Chip (SoC) design validation with a focus on analyzing cross-block communications within SoC designs to reduce validation complexity.Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:05:41 Hao Zheng receives NSF grant, a Best Paper Award for system-on-chip design validationUSF Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing Associate Professor Hao Zheng has received an NSF grant and a Best Paper Award from ISQED 2025 for developing a new framework for System-on-Chip (SoC) design validation with a focus on analyzing cross-block communications within SoC designs to reduce validation complexity.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/zheng-nsf-grant.aspxComputing,Cybersecurity,Research/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/spotlight-julia-kelly.aspxKelly’s path to a new career wound through late-night shifts and 40-hour work weeks as an assistant manager at Wendy’s, course mix-ups, anxiety and unexpected opportunities. She now understands, those detours weren’t roadblocks--they were part of the route, and sometimes the best paths aren’t the straight ones.Lorie BriggsThu, 13 Nov 2025 16:02:41 What a detour can teach You: Julia Kelly’s journey back to college and forward into ITKelly’s path to a new career wound through late-night shifts and 40-hour work weeks as an assistant manager at Wendy’s, course mix-ups, anxiety and unexpected opportunities. She now understands, those detours weren’t roadblocks--they were part of the route, and sometimes the best paths aren’t the straight ones.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/spotlight-julia-kelly.aspxComputing/news/2025/usf-professor-and-son-team-up-to-integrate-artificial-intelligence-into-cancer-research.aspxOur own Dmitry Goldgof, a prolific researcher and respected scholar, has teamed up with his son, Gregory Goldgof of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Together, they are leveraging AI to transform blood-cancer diagnostics. They are combining algorithmic innovation and clinical expertise to fast-track cell classification and advance precision oncology.External ArticleWed, 12 Nov 2025 17:02:47 USF professor and son team up to integrate artificial intelligence into cancer researchOur own Dmitry Goldgof, a prolific researcher and respected scholar, has teamed up with his son, Gregory Goldgof of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Together, they are leveraging AI to transform blood-cancer diagnostics. They are combining algorithmic innovation and clinical expertise to fast-track cell classification and advance precision oncology.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/usf-professor-and-son-team-up-to-integrate-artificial-intelligence-into-cancer-research.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Researchhttps://video.wedu.org/video/oct-31-2025-innovation-jq8amx/In the Oct. 31 episode of Florida This Week, faculty member Dmitry Goldgof joined a panel on innovation in the Tampa Bay region to discuss the ethics of AI. He explained that for AI to be trusted, especially in mission-critical applications. It must be explainable he said, saying that it must be able to show how it arrived at a decision. Because AI technology is evolving so quickly, traditional regulation lags behind; this makes transparency and explainability all the more important.External ArticleWed, 12 Nov 2025 17:00:03 Harnessing Innovation in Tampa Bay | Ethics of AIIn the Oct. 31 episode of Florida This Week, faculty member Dmitry Goldgof joined a panel on innovation in the Tampa Bay region to discuss the ethics of AI. He explained that for AI to be trusted, especially in mission-critical applications. It must be explainable he said, saying that it must be able to show how it arrived at a decision. Because AI technology is evolving so quickly, traditional regulation lags behind; this makes transparency and explainability all the more important.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://video.wedu.org/video/oct-31-2025-innovation-jq8amx/Artificial Intelligence,Researchhttps://news.microsoft.com/source/features/digital-transformation/colleges-and-universities-are-helping-us-military-veterans-gear-up-for-a-new-mission-fighting-cyber-criminalsMicrosoft spotlighted veteran and recent cybersecurity grad Ben Price in its magazine, pointing out that veterans like Ben are particularly well-suited for this field. The military equips them with technical, project management and leadership skills that transfer well, they write. Transitioning vets often have backgrounds in intelligence gathering and security clearances cybersecurity employers value.External ArticleMon, 10 Nov 2025 15:17:36 Colleges and universities are helping US military veterans gear up for a new mission: fighting cyber criminalsMicrosoft spotlighted veteran and recent cybersecurity grad Ben Price in its magazine, pointing out that veterans like Ben are particularly well-suited for this field. The military equips them with technical, project management and leadership skills that transfer well, they write. Transitioning vets often have backgrounds in intelligence gathering and security clearances cybersecurity employers value.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://news.microsoft.com/source/features/digital-transformation/colleges-and-universities-are-helping-us-military-veterans-gear-up-for-a-new-mission-fighting-cyber-criminalsCybersecurity/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/paul-rispoli-reliaquest.aspxUSF graduate Paul Rispoli turned a chance encounter with a cybersecurity flyer into a rewarding career rooted in service. Now senior manager at ReliaQuest, he mentors students through the firm’s ReliaQuest Labs program.Jeremy MareadyFri, 07 Nov 2025 17:51:35 USF graduate builds cybersecurity career rooted in serviceUSF graduate Paul Rispoli turned a chance encounter with a cybersecurity flyer into a rewarding career rooted in service. Now senior manager at ReliaQuest, he mentors students through the firm’s ReliaQuest Labs program.Paul Rispoli in his office at ReliaQuest/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/paul-rispoli-reliaquest.aspxCybersecurity/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/margret-barnett.aspxMargaret Barnett built a career helping patients regain strength through physical therapy. Now, she’s shifting her focus from healing bodies to protecting data.Lorie BriggsTue, 04 Nov 2025 14:39:27 Margaret Barnett: Poised to tackle digital threatsMargaret Barnett built a career helping patients regain strength through physical therapy. Now, she’s shifting her focus from healing bodies to protecting data.margret barnett/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/margret-barnett.aspxCybersecurityBSCYShttps://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/usf-launches-free-online-ai-course-for-beginners/The ��èAV��� is offering a new, free microcourse focused on helping people build confidence around artificial intelligence and incorporate it into their daily lives.External ArticleMon, 03 Nov 2025 10:04:18 USF launches free online AI course for beginnersThe ��èAV��� is offering a new, free microcourse focused on helping people build confidence around artificial intelligence and incorporate it into their daily lives.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/usf-launches-free-online-ai-course-for-beginners/Artificial Intelligencehttps://www.fox13news.com/news/new-usf-college-cybersecurity-ai-draws-thousands-studentsThe Bellini College of Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, and Computing doesn’t have a building yet, but it has 3,000 students in its first year with forecasts of 5,000 students two years from now.External ArticleMon, 03 Nov 2025 09:57:13 New USF College of Cybersecurity and AI draws thousands of studentsThe Bellini College of Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, and Computing doesn’t have a building yet, but it has 3,000 students in its first year with forecasts of 5,000 students two years from now.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.fox13news.com/news/new-usf-college-cybersecurity-ai-draws-thousands-studentsArtificial Intelligence,Computing,Cybersecurity/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/cyberherd--cyberhawk-ctf.aspxAfter missing a flight due to bad weather and arriving in an Uber just hours before their competition began, USF’s CyberHerd team won first place at the University of North Dakota CyberHawks National Capture the Flag competition this week.Jeremy MareadyMon, 03 Nov 2025 00:56:03 USF’s CyberHerd team dominates in CyberHawk CTF winAfter missing a flight due to bad weather and arriving in an Uber just hours before their competition began, USF’s CyberHerd team won first place at the University of North Dakota CyberHawks National Capture the Flag competition this week.Cyberherd Wins again!/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/cyberherd--cyberhawk-ctf.aspxCyberherd,Cybersecurity/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/study-abroad.aspxStudent participation has increased 36% year-over-year from the 2023-2024 school year to the 2024-2025 year. And now a new program in Barranquilla, Colombia and hosted at the Universidad del Norte, is slated for the summer semester in 2026 and will focus on computer science and information security.Jeremy MareadyThu, 30 Oct 2025 14:56:10 USF cybersecurity, computing study abroad programs are growingStudent participation has increased 36% year-over-year from the 2023-2024 school year to the 2024-2025 year. And now a new program in Barranquilla, Colombia and hosted at the Universidad del Norte, is slated for the summer semester in 2026 and will focus on computer science and information security.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/study-abroad.aspxCybersecurity/research-innovation/news/2025/corridor-partnership-expands-undergraduate-research-and-advances-experiential-learning-at-usf.aspxThe Florida High Tech Corridor and USF Research & Innovation are expanding opportunities for undergraduate research across the ��èAV���, funding programs in all 14 colleges, USF St. Petersburg, and Undergraduate Studies for 2025–26. Through the continued Corridor Undergraduate Research Initiative, more than 200 students will gain hands-on, faculty-mentored research experience in disciplines ranging from engineering and artificial intelligence to public health, education, sustainability, and the arts.External ArticleWed, 29 Oct 2025 14:31:41 Corridor partnership expands undergraduate research and advances experiential learning at USFThe Florida High Tech Corridor and USF Research & Innovation are expanding opportunities for undergraduate research across the ��èAV���, funding programs in all 14 colleges, USF St. Petersburg, and Undergraduate Studies for 2025–26. Through the continued Corridor Undergraduate Research Initiative, more than 200 students will gain hands-on, faculty-mentored research experience in disciplines ranging from engineering and artificial intelligence to public health, education, sustainability, and the arts.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/research-innovation/news/2025/corridor-partnership-expands-undergraduate-research-and-advances-experiential-learning-at-usf.aspx/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/jody-mustafa.aspxJody Mustafa once dreamed of seeing the world as a flight attendant — or traveling the globe as an international actress. But after an aunt introduced her to coding, the phrase, “The sky is the limit,” took on a new meaning.Lorie BriggsWed, 29 Oct 2025 01:59:00 Student Spotlight: Jody MustafaJody Mustafa once dreamed of seeing the world as a flight attendant — or traveling the globe as an international actress. But after an aunt introduced her to coding, the phrase, “The sky is the limit,” took on a new meaning.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/jody-mustafa.aspxComputingBSCS/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/local-article-mosquito-in-madagascar.aspxResearchers from the ��èAV��� have used artificial intelligence and citizen science to identify what may be the first specimen of Anopheles Stephensi — an invasive and deadly malaria-carrying mosquito — ever detected in Madagascar.By John Dudley, University Communications and MarketingTue, 28 Oct 2025 15:56:15 AI and citizen science reveal potential first detection of invasive malaria mosquito in MadagascarResearchers from the ��èAV��� have used artificial intelligence and citizen science to identify what may be the first specimen of Anopheles Stephensi — an invasive and deadly malaria-carrying mosquito — ever detected in Madagascar.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/local-article-mosquito-in-madagascar.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Researchhttps://tenex.ai/tenex-florida-opportunity-fund-sarasota-headquarters/The Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing at ��èAV��� is proud to be spotlighted as part of the emerging CyberBay cybersecurity-ecosystem alongside TENEX.AI, which has chosen Sarasota for its global headquarters.External ArticleTue, 28 Oct 2025 14:13:24 TENEX.AI Secures Funding from Florida Opportunity Fund & DeepWork Capital, Sets World HQ in Sarasota FLThe Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing at ��èAV��� is proud to be spotlighted as part of the emerging CyberBay cybersecurity-ecosystem alongside TENEX.AI, which has chosen Sarasota for its global headquarters.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://tenex.ai/tenex-florida-opportunity-fund-sarasota-headquarters/Artificial Intelligence/business/news/2025/10-24-25-student-spotlight-jackson-poyner.aspxUSF student Jackson Poyner shares practical, confidence-boosting advice for fellow Bulls ready to pitch their ideas.External ArticleTue, 28 Oct 2025 00:19:20 Don’t wait for perfect: A USF student’s advice on pitching big ideasUSF student Jackson Poyner shares practical, confidence-boosting advice for fellow Bulls ready to pitch their ideas.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/business/news/2025/10-24-25-student-spotlight-jackson-poyner.aspxComputing/cbcs/news/2025/cbcs-faculty-leads-discussions-on-technology-and-aging-at-statewide-summit.aspxHosted with the Florida Senior Living Association, the summit drew leaders from across the state for a day of learning and collaboration focused on advancing care for older adults.External ArticleMon, 27 Oct 2025 13:17:09 CBCS faculty participate in panel on technology and aging at statewide summitHosted with the Florida Senior Living Association, the summit drew leaders from across the state for a day of learning and collaboration focused on advancing care for older adults.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/cbcs/news/2025/cbcs-faculty-leads-discussions-on-technology-and-aging-at-statewide-summit.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Computinghttps://cybernews.com/ai-news/tech-professionals-adapting-local-ai-models-for-diverse-applications/Cybernews talked to tech experts who’ve adapted small AI models to perform many tasks, such as agentic software testing and design feedback, healthcare data structuring, vulnerability orchestration, and even academic research.External ArticleMon, 27 Oct 2025 13:05:04 We found out which local AI models tech pros are using, and whyCybernews talked to tech experts who’ve adapted small AI models to perform many tasks, such as agentic software testing and design feedback, healthcare data structuring, vulnerability orchestration, and even academic research.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://cybernews.com/ai-news/tech-professionals-adapting-local-ai-models-for-diverse-applications/Artificial Intelligence,Computing,Researchhttps://cybernews.com/ai-news/emojis-cover-your-childs-face-in-photos-but-not-their-identity/AI tools are not yet capable of removing emojis used to hide children’s faces in photos, but they can easily read the environment to reveal their identities.External ArticleMon, 27 Oct 2025 10:51:50 Emojis cover your child’s face in photos, but not their identityAI tools are not yet capable of removing emojis used to hide children’s faces in photos, but they can easily read the environment to reveal their identities.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://cybernews.com/ai-news/emojis-cover-your-childs-face-in-photos-but-not-their-identity/https://www.fox13news.com/news/usf-researchers-develop-ai-robot-tech-could-save-lives-emergenciesThe RARE lab team is programming four robots, including a drone, to scan surfaces, detect textures and lighting, and project customized images that can relay messages to rescuers.External ArticleMon, 27 Oct 2025 00:52:07 USF researchers develop AI robot tech that could save lives in emergenciesThe RARE lab team is programming four robots, including a drone, to scan surfaces, detect textures and lighting, and project customized images that can relay messages to rescuers.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.fox13news.com/news/usf-researchers-develop-ai-robot-tech-could-save-lives-emergenciesArtificial Intelligence,Research/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/two-new-courses-launching-in-spring.aspxTwo new experiential learning courses in USF’s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing are launching this spring. “These new classes are meant to be practical and hands on to give the students experience and applied skills translate directly into today’s industry environments,” said Kurt Friday, an assistant professor with the college who will teach the classes.Jeremy MareadyThu, 23 Oct 2025 16:00:05 Bellini College offers experiential courses for workforce readinessTwo new experiential learning courses in USF’s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing are launching this spring. “These new classes are meant to be practical and hands on to give the students experience and applied skills translate directly into today’s industry environments,” said Kurt Friday, an assistant professor with the college who will teach the classes.Students in classroom/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/two-new-courses-launching-in-spring.aspxArtificial Intelligence/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/smart-mouthguards.aspxProfessor Templeton's artificial intelligence research could soon turn an athlete’s mouthguard into a life-saving device, more accurately predicting brain injuries and advancing safety far beyond the NFL.Benjamin HoskingThu, 23 Oct 2025 14:59:57 Smart mouthguards are one of many innovations coming from USF Bellini’s SHIELD labProfessor Templeton's artificial intelligence research could soon turn an athlete’s mouthguard into a life-saving device, more accurately predicting brain injuries and advancing safety far beyond the NFL.Professor Templeton/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/smart-mouthguards.aspxArtificial Intelligence,Research/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/mackenzie-freel.aspxMackenzie Freel says the Bellini College gave her the confidence to leader in the cybersecurity major. Now, she’s determined to help other women find that same sense of belonging in cybersecurity. “That’s what keeps me motivated — knowing that every woman who joins this field makes it stronger,” she said.Jeremy MareadyWed, 22 Oct 2025 14:57:57 USF cybersecurity student advocates for expanding women’s representation in fieldMackenzie Freel says the Bellini College gave her the confidence to leader in the cybersecurity major. Now, she’s determined to help other women find that same sense of belonging in cybersecurity. “That’s what keeps me motivated — knowing that every woman who joins this field makes it stronger,” she said.Mackenzie Freel /ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/mackenzie-freel.aspxCybersecurityBSCYS