/health/news/Recent posts from Health Newsen-usTue, 27 Jan 2026 05:14:47 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://giving.usf.edu/impact/tribute-family-mentorship-and-discoveryApproaching burnout after a decade in a demanding engineering job on Florida’s Space Coast, David Norton, MBA '03, was ready for something new.External ArticleWed, 21 Jan 2026 09:35:34 Guided by his parents and a legendary mentor, David Norton invests in business education and cancer research at USFApproaching burnout after a decade in a demanding engineering job on Florida’s Space Coast, David Norton, MBA '03, was ready for something new.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/tribute-family-mentorship-and-discoveryResearch/health/news/2026/lymphatic-light.aspxUSF is one of 11 locations nationally to receive awards Tuesday to work on developing new techniques for medical imaging of the lymphatic system, identifying new biomarkers and identifying genomic variants that can be used to diagnose lymphatic dysfunction.Dave ScheiberTue, 20 Jan 2026 13:20:40 USF Health research team awarded $3.3 million to research how the body’s lymphatic system affects diseaseUSF is one of 11 locations nationally to receive awards Tuesday to work on developing new techniques for medical imaging of the lymphatic system, identifying new biomarkers and identifying genomic variants that can be used to diagnose lymphatic dysfunction.A human lymphatic vessel viewed under a microscope. /health/news/2026/lymphatic-light.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-team-promotes-effective-method-for-disinfecting-emergency-vehicles-from-airborne-pathogens.aspxImagine you’re a paramedic assigned to an ambulance, working face-to-face with sick people, some carrying an infectious disease. Would you be worried about falling ill yourself? Just as important, how do first responders stay healthy in otherwise unhealthy places?External ArticleFri, 16 Jan 2026 09:23:26 USF team promotes effective method for disinfecting emergency vehicles from airborne pathogensImagine you’re a paramedic assigned to an ambulance, working face-to-face with sick people, some carrying an infectious disease. Would you be worried about falling ill yourself? Just as important, how do first responders stay healthy in otherwise unhealthy places?��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-team-promotes-effective-method-for-disinfecting-emergency-vehicles-from-airborne-pathogens.aspxCollege of Public Health/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-team-to-publish-new-paper-on-human-impact-of-ancient-scourge.aspx“A plague is upon us’’ must have been a common phrase in ancient Jordan, where countless people perished from a mysterious malady that would shape both a society and an era of civilization.External ArticleFri, 16 Jan 2026 07:58:58 USF team publishes new paper on human impact of ancient scourge“A plague is upon us’’ must have been a common phrase in ancient Jordan, where countless people perished from a mysterious malady that would shape both a society and an era of civilization.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-team-to-publish-new-paper-on-human-impact-of-ancient-scourge.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/news/2026/questions-and-answers-about-the-flu-with-usf-health-dr-michael-teng.aspx?utm_source=facebook%26utm_medium=social%26utm_campaign=newsPeople across the country, including in the Tampa Bay area, are coping with the latest surge of illness. The virus is contributing to a growing number of hospitalizations.External ArticleThu, 15 Jan 2026 14:17:42 Why is the flu so bad this year?People across the country, including in the Tampa Bay area, are coping with the latest surge of illness. The virus is contributing to a growing number of hospitalizations.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/questions-and-answers-about-the-flu-with-usf-health-dr-michael-teng.aspx?utm_source=facebook%26utm_medium=social%26utm_campaign=newsMorsani College of Medicinehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/grateful-patient-honors-leader-colorectal-cancer-treatmentUSF Health patient William "Bobby" Jacobsen established the Bobby Jacobsen Endowed Chair in Colorectal Surgery to honor Dr. Jorge Marcet, who successfully treated his recurrent rectal cancer seven years ago without radical surgery.External ArticleWed, 14 Jan 2026 14:53:43 Grateful Patient Honors Leader in Colorectal Cancer TreatmentUSF Health patient William "Bobby" Jacobsen established the Bobby Jacobsen Endowed Chair in Colorectal Surgery to honor Dr. Jorge Marcet, who successfully treated his recurrent rectal cancer seven years ago without radical surgery.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/grateful-patient-honors-leader-colorectal-cancer-treatment/news/2026/usf-rises-in-new-research-rankings-outpacing-many-peer-institutions-in-growth.aspxWith $522 million in research expenditures in fiscal year 2024, USF ranks No. 47 among the nation’s public universities – and a growth rate higher than 90% of members of the Association of American Universities.External ArticleTue, 13 Jan 2026 09:19:43 USF rises in new research rankings, outpacing many peer institutions in growthWith $522 million in research expenditures in fiscal year 2024, USF ranks No. 47 among the nation’s public universities – and a growth rate higher than 90% of members of the Association of American Universities.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/usf-rises-in-new-research-rankings-outpacing-many-peer-institutions-in-growth.aspxResearch/health/nursing/news/2025/fcnimpact2025.aspxThe Florida Center for Nursing (FCN), headquartered at the ��èAV��� College of Nursing, released its 2025 Impact Report today, highlighting a year of expanded outreach and data-driven initiatives designed to strengthen Florida’s nursing workforceExternal ArticleFri, 09 Jan 2026 15:39:13 The Florida Center for Nursing releases 2025 Impact Report showing expanded reachThe Florida Center for Nursing (FCN), headquartered at the ��èAV��� College of Nursing, released its 2025 Impact Report today, highlighting a year of expanded outreach and data-driven initiatives designed to strengthen Florida’s nursing workforce��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/nursing/news/2025/fcnimpact2025.aspxCollege of Nursinghttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/grateful-patient-honors-leader-colorectal-cancer-treatmentAfter surviving rectal cancer, William “Bobby” Jacobsen honored Dr. Jorge Marcet’s life-saving care with a transformative gift to USF Health, establishing an endowed chair in colorectal surgery. His philanthropy advances research, education, and innovative treatments that improve patient outcomes for generations to come.External ArticleWed, 07 Jan 2026 15:19:16 Grateful Patient Honors Leader in Colorectal Cancer TreatmentAfter surviving rectal cancer, William “Bobby” Jacobsen honored Dr. Jorge Marcet’s life-saving care with a transformative gift to USF Health, establishing an endowed chair in colorectal surgery. His philanthropy advances research, education, and innovative treatments that improve patient outcomes for generations to come.USF Health patient William "Bobby" Jacobsen established the Bobby Jacobsen Endowed Chair in Colorectal Surgery to honor Dr. Jorge Marcet, who successfully treated his recurrent rectal cancer seven years ago without radical surgery.https://giving.usf.edu/impact/grateful-patient-honors-leader-colorectal-cancer-treatmentMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/usf-tgh-foi-perform-floridas-first-procedure.aspxUSF Health, TGH and FOI, successfully performed the first implantation in the state of InCompass, the newly FDA-cleared device for total ankle replacement. TGH is just the fifth hospital in the nation to utilize this advanced implant technology.Tue, 06 Jan 2026 13:22:36 USF Health, Tampa General Hospital and Florida Orthopaedic Institute are first in Florida to perform total ankle replacement with new FDA-approved implantUSF Health, TGH and FOI, successfully performed the first implantation in the state of InCompass, the newly FDA-cleared device for total ankle replacement. TGH is just the fifth hospital in the nation to utilize this advanced implant technology.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/usf-tgh-foi-perform-floridas-first-procedure.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/news/2025/usf-at-70-how-the-medical-school-shaped-the-universitys-legacy.aspxFrom a grainy a wooden sign in the sand to a world-class medical institution, USF’s Health Morsani College of Medicine has risen faster and farther than anyone imagined. This story traces that remarkable journey through the eyes of charter class member Dr. Douglas Barrett and the pioneers who helped lay its foundation.External ArticleMon, 05 Jan 2026 16:26:46 USF at 70: How the medical school shaped the university’s legacyFrom a grainy a wooden sign in the sand to a world-class medical institution, USF’s Health Morsani College of Medicine has risen faster and farther than anyone imagined. This story traces that remarkable journey through the eyes of charter class member Dr. Douglas Barrett and the pioneers who helped lay its foundation.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/usf-at-70-how-the-medical-school-shaped-the-universitys-legacy.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/fall-2025-awards-roundup.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.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:20:04 USF Health Awards and Accolades – Fall 2025USF 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.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/fall-2025-awards-roundup.aspxHonors & Awards/health/news/2025/luis-r-visot-grateful-patient.aspxAs a two-star Major General, Luis R. Visot is no stranger to formidable challenges. But living with Ménière’s disease has been among the most difficult battles he’s ever faced.Ryan RossyThu, 18 Dec 2025 08:07:51 USF Health Concussion Center helps retired Army major general navigate life with Ménière’s diseaseAs a two-star Major General, Luis R. Visot is no stranger to formidable challenges. But living with Ménière’s disease has been among the most difficult battles he’s ever faced.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/luis-r-visot-grateful-patient.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2025/opioid-alternatives.aspxResearchers at USF Health are making dramatic strides in understanding how new opioid compounds work inside the body to provide pain relief, offering greater hope that new classes of these drugs may eventually be used to relieve pain without potentially deadly side effects.Kurt LoftWed, 17 Dec 2025 10:38:08 USF Health researchers seeking better, safer alternatives to current opioid drugsResearchers at USF Health are making dramatic strides in understanding how new opioid compounds work inside the body to provide pain relief, offering greater hope that new classes of these drugs may eventually be used to relieve pain without potentially deadly side effects.USF Health researcher Laura M. Bohn, PhD /health/news/2025/opioid-alternatives.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/office-of-rise-celebrates-ten-years.aspxThe USF Health Morsani College of Medicine Office of Research, Innovation and Scholarly Endeavors (RISE) celebrates 10 years of supporting medical student research and scholarly development.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanWed, 17 Dec 2025 06:16:59 RISE celebrates 10 years advancing medical student research at USF HealthThe USF Health Morsani College of Medicine Office of Research, Innovation and Scholarly Endeavors (RISE) celebrates 10 years of supporting medical student research and scholarly development.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/office-of-rise-celebrates-ten-years.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/usf-tgh-surgeon-performs-first-fully-robotic-microsurgery-procedure.aspxDr. Nicholas J. Panetta, MD, FACS performed the first ever fully robotic lymphovenous bypass from incision to closure in the United States using FDA-cleared NanoWrist® Dissection Instruments on the Symani® Surgical System.Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:00:36 USF Health and Tampa General surgeon performs first fully robotic microsurgical procedure in U.S. using FDA-cleared NanoWrist® dissection instrumentsDr. Nicholas J. Panetta, MD, FACS performed the first ever fully robotic lymphovenous bypass from incision to closure in the United States using FDA-cleared NanoWrist® Dissection Instruments on the Symani® Surgical System.Dr. Nicholas Panetta uses the Symani Surgical System for a fully robotic surgyer/health/news/2025/usf-tgh-surgeon-performs-first-fully-robotic-microsurgery-procedure.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/research-innovation/news/2025/national-academy-of-inventors-welcomes-three-usf-inventors-into-its-2025-class-of-fellows.aspxUSF Provost and Executive Vice President Prasant Mohapatra and Professors Christian Bréchot and Chandrakant Patel have been selected as 2025 Fellows to the National Academy of Inventors — considered the highest professional distinction accorded solely to academic inventors.External ArticleThu, 11 Dec 2025 10:23:51 USF Health researcher welcomed into National Academy of InventorsUSF Provost and Executive Vice President Prasant Mohapatra and Professors Christian Bréchot and Chandrakant Patel have been selected as 2025 Fellows to the National Academy of Inventors — considered the highest professional distinction accorded solely to academic inventors.Dr. Mohapatra, Dr. Brechot, and Patel /research-innovation/news/2025/national-academy-of-inventors-welcomes-three-usf-inventors-into-its-2025-class-of-fellows.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/usf-tgh-partner-with-caresource-military-veterans.aspxUSF Health has joined the CareSource Military and Veteran network, providing comprehensive health care services to meet the unique health care needs of the military community.Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:07:26 USF Health, Tampa General Hospital and CareSource Military and Veterans have partnered to offer health care services to military familiesUSF Health has joined the CareSource Military and Veteran network, providing comprehensive health care services to meet the unique health care needs of the military community.South Tampa Center building at sunset/health/news/2025/usf-tgh-partner-with-caresource-military-veterans.aspxPatient Care/health/news/2025/wang-regenerative.aspxLed by Dr. Da-Zhi Wang, USF Health scientists are unlocking the body’s natural ability to repair itself and redefining what’s possible in medicine.Nora SamaranayakeMon, 24 Nov 2025 13:51:45 Rebuilding the human heart: USF Health’s Center for Regenerative Medicine is transforming the future of healingLed by Dr. Da-Zhi Wang, USF Health scientists are unlocking the body’s natural ability to repair itself and redefining what’s possible in medicine.USF Health researcher Da-Zhi Wang, PhD, in his lab /health/news/2025/wang-regenerative.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/pa-students-cpr-usfh.aspxTwo first-year PA students saved a man's life when they performed CPR on a pulseless veteran outside the Tampa Convention Center. Taylor Clayton and Julia Riordan, just three months into their program, took turns doing chest compressions until his pulse returned. Their heroic actions earned them USF Health Culture Coins at their white coat ceremony.Allison LongFri, 21 Nov 2025 00:18:10 “We’re just students, but we’ll try our best”: USF PA students turn study break into life-saving momentTwo first-year PA students saved a man's life when they performed CPR on a pulseless veteran outside the Tampa Convention Center. Taylor Clayton and Julia Riordan, just three months into their program, took turns doing chest compressions until his pulse returned. Their heroic actions earned them USF Health Culture Coins at their white coat ceremony.Physician assistant students, Taylor Clayton (left) and Julia Riordan photographed during their white coat ceremony/health/news/2025/pa-students-cpr-usfh.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine,PA Program/health/news/2025/yong-xu-smell.aspxIn a new study, USF Health researchers say that strong food aromas may actually suppress appetite.Dave ScheiberWed, 19 Nov 2025 16:58:00 What’s that smell? USF Health researchers say strong food aromas may curb appetiteIn a new study, USF Health researchers say that strong food aromas may actually suppress appetite.USF Health researcher Yong Xu, MD, PhD, in his lab /health/news/2025/yong-xu-smell.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/cannabis-and-ultraprocessed-foods-raises-cardiac-risks.aspxConsuming a diet heavy in processed foods, especially those laden with seed oils, and smoking cannabis may compromise the immune system, according to the paper published recently in the journal Life Sciences.Dave ScheiberTue, 18 Nov 2025 20:00:02 Smoking cannabis in combination with eating highly processed foods raises cardiac health risks, USF Health study findsConsuming a diet heavy in processed foods, especially those laden with seed oils, and smoking cannabis may compromise the immune system, according to the paper published recently in the journal Life Sciences.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/cannabis-and-ultraprocessed-foods-raises-cardiac-risks.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/usf-health-ipe-day-2025.aspxMore than 1,200 participants joined in person and online at the ��èAV��� Marshall Student Center on Nov. 12 for USF Health’s annual celebration of teamwork and collaboration, an event where disciplines collide and real-world health solutions take shape.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanTue, 18 Nov 2025 10:23:10 Bridging borders and disciplines: USF Health hosts 2025 Interprofessional Education DayMore than 1,200 participants joined in person and online at the ��èAV��� Marshall Student Center on Nov. 12 for USF Health’s annual celebration of teamwork and collaboration, an event where disciplines collide and real-world health solutions take shape.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/usf-health-ipe-day-2025.aspxCollege of Nursing,College of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,PA Program,Patient Care,Physical Therapy,Taneja College of Pharmacy/health/news/2025/xu-nature-metabolism.aspxA team of USF Health researchers is gaining new insights into a specific molecule and how it produces the physiological benefits from exercise.Dave ScheiberMon, 17 Nov 2025 15:56:53 USF Health researcher unlocking how key molecule boosts benefits of exerciseA team of USF Health researchers is gaining new insights into a specific molecule and how it produces the physiological benefits from exercise.USF Health researchers in the laboratory. /health/news/2025/xu-nature-metabolism.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/usf-health-celebrates-world-diabetes-day.aspxThose living with diabetes or have family and friends living with diabetes know how it can impact day-to-day life. Our center is focused on providing the tools: treatment, education, support and encouragement to help you live your best life.Ercilia ColónThu, 13 Nov 2025 13:35:25 USF Health Celebrates World Diabetes DayThose living with diabetes or have family and friends living with diabetes know how it can impact day-to-day life. Our center is focused on providing the tools: treatment, education, support and encouragement to help you live your best life.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/usf-health-celebrates-world-diabetes-day.aspxPatient Care/health/news/2025/veterans-powering-landmark-hyperbaric-oxygen-research.aspxVeterans are leading the charge in a $28 million USF Health clinical trial exploring whether hyperbaric oxygen therapy can effectively treat traumatic brain injury and PTSD. Meet three of the veterans driving the project forward.Cody R. Hawley, PhDMon, 10 Nov 2025 07:52:59 Veteran-led mission: Meet the service members powering USF’s landmark hyperbaric oxygen therapy researchVeterans are leading the charge in a $28 million USF Health clinical trial exploring whether hyperbaric oxygen therapy can effectively treat traumatic brain injury and PTSD. Meet three of the veterans driving the project forward.Veterans Erik Velasquez, Kayla Steen and Michael Andrews in their uniforms/health/news/2025/veterans-powering-landmark-hyperbaric-oxygen-research.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/erc-yongxu.aspxUSF Health researcher Yong Xu, MD, PhD, and two United Kingdom colleagues have won an international research grant worth more than $11 million.Wed, 05 Nov 2025 18:27:15 USF Health researcher and international team win multi-million research grantUSF Health researcher Yong Xu, MD, PhD, and two United Kingdom colleagues have won an international research grant worth more than $11 million.USF Health researcher Yong Xu, MD, PhD /health/news/2025/erc-yongxu.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/research-innovation/news/2025/asemfl-recognizes-usf-deans-and-professors-for-professional-accomplishments.aspxA president emeritus, two deans and 12 professors from ��èAV��� will be recognized for their professional accomplishments at the annual meeting of the Academy of Science, Engineering & Medicine of Florida on Friday, Nov. 7.External ArticleWed, 05 Nov 2025 16:33:07 ASEM-FL recognizes USF president emeritus, deans and faculty for professional accomplishmentsA president emeritus, two deans and 12 professors from ��èAV��� will be recognized for their professional accomplishments at the annual meeting of the Academy of Science, Engineering & Medicine of Florida on Friday, Nov. 7.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/research-innovation/news/2025/asemfl-recognizes-usf-deans-and-professors-for-professional-accomplishments.aspxHonors & Awards/news/2025/usf-research-funding-surges-to-record-750-million-increasing-impact-across-florida-and-beyond.aspxThe ��èAV��� has achieved a new milestone in research funding, reaching a record $750 million during fiscal year 2025 – an $11.6 million increase over last year and a 37% jump since 2022.External ArticleTue, 04 Nov 2025 15:25:39 USF research funding surges to record $750 million, increasing impact across Florida and beyondThe ��èAV��� has achieved a new milestone in research funding, reaching a record $750 million during fiscal year 2025 – an $11.6 million increase over last year and a 37% jump since 2022.research photo/news/2025/usf-research-funding-surges-to-record-750-million-increasing-impact-across-florida-and-beyond.aspxResearch/health/news/2025/mohapatra-florida-inventors-hall-of-fame.aspxDr. Subhra Mohapatra, professor and director of the Molecular Medicine PhD Program at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine and a research career scientist at the James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital, has been inducted into the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame for her pioneering work in nanotechnology and molecular medicine.Ryan RossyFri, 31 Oct 2025 19:30:00 USF Health’s Dr. Subhra Mohapatra has been inducted into the Florida Inventors Hall of FameDr. Subhra Mohapatra, professor and director of the Molecular Medicine PhD Program at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine and a research career scientist at the James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital, has been inducted into the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame for her pioneering work in nanotechnology and molecular medicine.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/mohapatra-florida-inventors-hall-of-fame.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/michael-francis-fihf.aspxWhen humans tear a rotator cuff, they get scar tissue. Dr. Michael Francis is changing that. The Florida inventor found inspiration in spider webs and mountain bikes to create medical implants that help bodies regenerate instead of scar. See how his 120+ patents are transforming orthopedic medicine.Allison LongFri, 31 Oct 2025 13:05:41 USF Health’s Dr. Michael Francis inducted into Florida Inventors Hall of Fame for pioneering advances in regenerative medicineWhen humans tear a rotator cuff, they get scar tissue. Dr. Michael Francis is changing that. The Florida inventor found inspiration in spider webs and mountain bikes to create medical implants that help bodies regenerate instead of scar. See how his 120+ patents are transforming orthopedic medicine.A man in a white shirt and blue coat smiles at the camera in a laboratory./health/news/2025/michael-francis-fihf.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/usf-launches-virology-institute-led-by-dr-robert-gallo.aspxThe groundbreaking USF Health Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation will advance cutting-edge research to combat viral and immune-related threats worldwideThu, 30 Oct 2025 16:55:58 ��èAV��� launches cutting-edge virology institute led by world-renowned scientist, Dr. Robert C. GalloThe groundbreaking USF Health Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation will advance cutting-edge research to combat viral and immune-related threats worldwideDr. Robert Gallo/health/news/2025/usf-launches-virology-institute-led-by-dr-robert-gallo.aspxResearch/health/news/2025/usf-helps-lead-a-new-nih-funded-diabetes-collaborative.aspxTo better prevent and treat Type 1 Diabetes, a new multi-site project seeks to leverage the latest advances in AI and robust health data sets to speed up discoveries.Fri, 17 Oct 2025 08:11:19 USF Health helps lead a new collaborative to better predict, prevent and treat Type 1 DiabetesTo better prevent and treat Type 1 Diabetes, a new multi-site project seeks to leverage the latest advances in AI and robust health data sets to speed up discoveries.Diabetes blood test/health/news/2025/usf-helps-lead-a-new-nih-funded-diabetes-collaborative.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Researchhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/nursing-education-expands-on-campus-and-in-st-petersburg-with-new-bachelor-program.aspxUSF College of Nursing will offer a four-year bachelor's degree program in the Fall of 2026 on the USF St. Petersburg campus for incoming freshman that prepares students to become nurse generalists.External ArticleTue, 07 Oct 2025 13:04:15 USF expands nursing education with new bachelor's program on the St. Petersburg campusUSF College of Nursing will offer a four-year bachelor's degree program in the Fall of 2026 on the USF St. Petersburg campus for incoming freshman that prepares students to become nurse generalists.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/nursing-education-expands-on-campus-and-in-st-petersburg-with-new-bachelor-program.aspxCollege of Nursing/health/news/2025/pa-program-commitment-to-the-profession-ceremony.aspxStudents, staff, faculty and friends filled the ��èAV��� School of Music auditorium to welcome 49 new physician assistant students during the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine Physician Assistant Program Class of 2027 Commitment to the Profession Ceremony, Oct. 3.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanMon, 06 Oct 2025 13:58:06 USF Health welcomes newest physician assistant students at White Coat CeremonyStudents, staff, faculty and friends filled the ��èAV��� School of Music auditorium to welcome 49 new physician assistant students during the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine Physician Assistant Program Class of 2027 Commitment to the Profession Ceremony, Oct. 3.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/pa-program-commitment-to-the-profession-ceremony.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,PA Program/health/news/2025/yadav-microbiome.aspxUSF Health researcher Hariom Yadav, PhD, is exploring the surprising ways in which gut health affects overall health -- including in the brain.Kurt LoftWed, 01 Oct 2025 07:03:32 More than a gut feeling: USF Health researcher shows how microbiome affects brain healthUSF Health researcher Hariom Yadav, PhD, is exploring the surprising ways in which gut health affects overall health -- including in the brain.USF Health researcher Hariom Yadav, PhD, in his lab /health/news/2025/yadav-microbiome.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/alzheimers-puzzle.aspxThis USF Health researcher is studying how specialized cells in the brain might help unlock new treatments for Alzheimer's disease.Eric ButtermanTue, 30 Sep 2025 17:50:00 From jigsaws to Alzheimer’s, USF Health researcher aims to solve puzzlesThis USF Health researcher is studying how specialized cells in the brain might help unlock new treatments for Alzheimer's disease.USF Health researcher Casey Cook, PhD, working in her lab./health/news/2025/alzheimers-puzzle.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/yongxu-feature.aspxA family tragedy influenced this researcher to pursue to his cutting-edge work studying the interplay between nutrition/metabolism and a wide range of neurobiological disorders, such as dementia, depression and more.Dave ScheiberTue, 30 Sep 2025 14:11:21 From helpless to hopeful: Grandfather’s illness sparked USF Health scientist’s passion for researchA family tragedy influenced this researcher to pursue to his cutting-edge work studying the interplay between nutrition/metabolism and a wide range of neurobiological disorders, such as dementia, depression and more.USF Health researcher Yong Xu, MD, PhD /health/news/2025/yongxu-feature.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/awards-and-accolades-summer-2025.aspxUSF Health faculty, staff and students earned prestigious awards for their outstanding contributions to research, education, patient care and community service.Sun, 28 Sep 2025 22:07:18 USF Health Awards & Accolades - Summer 2025USF Health faculty, staff and students earned prestigious awards for their outstanding contributions to research, education, patient care and community service.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/awards-and-accolades-summer-2025.aspxHonors & Awards/health/news/excellence-index.aspxA new ranking of U.S. medical schools gives the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine a perfect score.Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:25:04 USF Health Morsani College of Medicine ranks No. 1 in the nation in new medical excellence indexA new ranking of U.S. medical schools gives the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine a perfect score.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/excellence-index.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/sptrs-move.aspxAfter years of growth and rising demand, the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences (SPTRS) is entering a new chapter, moving into a newly renovated facility on the USF campus that will double its space and strengthen its standing among the nation’s top programs.Allison LongWed, 24 Sep 2025 14:43:30 USF Health Physical Therapy Program moves into a new home, marking its next chapterAfter years of growth and rising demand, the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences (SPTRS) is entering a new chapter, moving into a newly renovated facility on the USF campus that will double its space and strengthen its standing among the nation’s top programs.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/sptrs-move.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Physical Therapy/health/news/2025/haley-calloway-clinical-audiologist.aspxDr. Haley Calloway's personal and professional efforts are a continuation of the lessons she learned from her sister, and she hopes that every patient encounter will be a tribute to her memory.Story, photos and video by Freddie ColemanMon, 22 Sep 2025 00:15:38 USF Health audiologist honors sister’s legacy through a life of serviceDr. Haley Calloway's personal and professional efforts are a continuation of the lessons she learned from her sister, and she hopes that every patient encounter will be a tribute to her memory.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/haley-calloway-clinical-audiologist.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2025/2025-academy-of-distinguished-educators.aspxTwo USF Health Morsani College of Medicine faculty were inducted into the college’s prestigious Academy of Distinguished Educators in recognition of their outstanding contributions to training the next generation of health care providers.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanThu, 18 Sep 2025 10:11:17 Morsani College of Medicine honors newest distinguished educatorsTwo USF Health Morsani College of Medicine faculty were inducted into the college’s prestigious Academy of Distinguished Educators in recognition of their outstanding contributions to training the next generation of health care providers.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/2025-academy-of-distinguished-educators.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/menopause-bensoussan.aspxA new USF Health study in the journal Menopause provides a comprehensive and innovative examination of how falling hormone levels during menopause may affect women's vocal tone and quality.Dave ScheiberWed, 10 Sep 2025 09:41:06 Menopause can disrupt women’s vocal tone and quality, says USF Health vocal researcherA new USF Health study in the journal Menopause provides a comprehensive and innovative examination of how falling hormone levels during menopause may affect women's vocal tone and quality.Dr. Yael Bensoussan, director of the USF Health Voice Center/health/news/2025/menopause-bensoussan.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/news/2025/how-usf-researchers-are-leading-the-fight-against-mrsa.aspxMethicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, commonly known as MRSA, is a type of staph infection that’s resistant to most antibiotics. Two new grants, totaling more than $4.4 million, from the National Institutes of Health aim to address this infection that can affect nearly every part of the human body.External ArticleMon, 08 Sep 2025 11:46:08 How USF researchers are leading the fight against MRSAMethicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, commonly known as MRSA, is a type of staph infection that’s resistant to most antibiotics. Two new grants, totaling more than $4.4 million, from the National Institutes of Health aim to address this infection that can affect nearly every part of the human body.A researcher displays the MRSA bacteria in a petri dish./news/2025/how-usf-researchers-are-leading-the-fight-against-mrsa.aspxResearch/health/news/2025/medicine-class-of-2029-white-coat-ceremony.aspxThe USF Health Morsani College of Medicine officially welcomed 132 first-year medical students into the profession during the Class of 2029 White Coat Ceremony, Sept. 6.Story by Freddie Coleman; Photos by Allison Long: Video by Freddie Coleman and Robert CarneyFri, 05 Sep 2025 23:17:42 White Coat Ceremony marks first step for Morsani College of Medicine Class of 2029The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine officially welcomed 132 first-year medical students into the profession during the Class of 2029 White Coat Ceremony, Sept. 6.White coat ceremony stethescope/health/news/2025/medicine-class-of-2029-white-coat-ceremony.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/20-things-to-know-about-usf-health.aspxTwenty years ago, USF Health was launched as a bold commitment to improving the full spectrum of health. Out of this vision, USF Health was born.Fri, 05 Sep 2025 08:19:45 Celebrating 20 years of USF Health: 20 things to knowTwenty years ago, USF Health was launched as a bold commitment to improving the full spectrum of health. Out of this vision, USF Health was born.Doctor with child patient/health/news/2025/20-things-to-know-about-usf-health.aspxPatient Care,Research/health/news/2025/thinakaran-microglia.aspxA gene variant in the brain can make it more difficult for vital brain cells to remove harmful debris, USF Health researchers have found. Their findings have been published in Nature.Dave ScheiberWed, 03 Sep 2025 11:12:18 Gene variant slows down removal of debris in the brain, increasing Alzheimer’s risk, say USF Health researchersA gene variant in the brain can make it more difficult for vital brain cells to remove harmful debris, USF Health researchers have found. Their findings have been published in Nature.USF Health research leader Gopal Thinakaran, PhD, in his lab /health/news/2025/thinakaran-microglia.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/mokin-stroke.aspxUSF Health's Maxim Mokin, MD, PhD, is saving lives while researching new techniques for advanced stroke treatment.Dave ScheiberTue, 02 Sep 2025 17:02:43 For this vascular neurologist, stroke research is an art formUSF Health's Maxim Mokin, MD, PhD, is saving lives while researching new techniques for advanced stroke treatment.USF Health's Maxim Mokin, MD, PhD, is saving lives while researching new techniques for advanced stroke treatment./health/news/2025/mokin-stroke.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/usf-research-rewrites-origins-of-first-pandemic.aspxFor the first time, researchers at USF have uncovered direct genomic evidence of the bacterium behind the Plague of Justinian, identifying the Y. pestis in a mass grave in the ancient city of Jerash, Jordan.Cody R. Hawley, PhDWed, 27 Aug 2025 13:15:52 USF, FAU researchers solve 1,500-year-old mystery: The bacterium behind the first pandemicFor the first time, researchers at USF have uncovered direct genomic evidence of the bacterium behind the Plague of Justinian, identifying the Y. pestis in a mass grave in the ancient city of Jerash, Jordan.��èAV���: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/usf-research-rewrites-origins-of-first-pandemic.aspxCollege of Public Health,Research