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Rising Bull in Medicine: Whitney Herd
Whitney Herd, doctor of physical therapy student, turned her passion for dance and science into a career in physical therapy.
May 6, 2025Morsani College of Medicine, Physical Therapy
USF Nursing unveils SHINE Science Center to power discovery and innovation
The USF Health College of Nursing is proud to announce the opening of the Sleep and Health Innovations in Neurobehavioral (SHINE) Science Center, a cutting-edge shared resource center dedicated to advancing sleep research and its profound impact on health across the lifespan.
May 5, 2025College of Nursing
Rising Bull in medicine: Sierra George Cardinale
Sierra George Cardinale recently earned her PhD in integrated biomedical sciences from the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. She navigated significant challenges, including Hurricane Helene and pandemic disruptions, while researching Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacterium that causes Lyme disease.
May 2, 2025Morsani College of Medicine
Rising Bull in medicine: Josh Alvior
Josh Alvior grew up watching his father care for others. Those early memories inspired him down a path—one that would eventually guide him to the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine.
April 29, 2025Morsani College of Medicine
USF Health researchers developing probiotic cocktail that may help ward off dementia
If unhealthy viruses and bacteria can increase the risk of dementia, can scientists find the right mix of "good" bacteria to lower the risk of cognitive decline? USF's Hariom Yadav, PhD, has developed a promising cocktail.
April 29, 2025Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF-headquartered Global Virus Network issues urgent call on rising threat of H5N1 bird flu
The Global Virus Network published a comprehensive analysis of the H5N1 bird flu outbreak, calling on world governments to address the threat by enhancing surveillance, implementing biosecurity measures and preparing for potential human-to-human transmission.
April 28, 2025College of Public Health, Morsani College of Medicine, Research
The gut-brain connection: Harmful viruses in the gut may contribute to dementia
Harmful viruses in the gut change as people age, attacking other microorganisms in the gut in a pattern linked to increased risk of dementia.
April 28, 2025Morsani College of Medicine, Research
Health Buddies and TelePals have connected hundreds of older adults with USF students, reducing reported loneliness and increasing access to health information. Enrollment in both programs has grown steadily each year, reflecting USF's ongoing commitment to promoting public health.
USF celebrates construction milestone for new facility aimed at addressing Florida’s nursing shortage
The USF Health College of Nursing’s new 34,000-square-foot facility is set to transform nursing education, reinforcing the university’s leadership in meeting the state of Florida’s growing demand for qualified nurses.
April 17, 2025College of Nursing
USF Health and Tampa General Hospital to expand services in Hyde Park with acquisition of new property
TGH, in partnership with USF Health, has acquired a new property set to become the future home of the USF Health Pamela Muma Women’s Health Center and the Chivukula Men’s Center, made possible by a generous donation from Dr. Jagadamba and Krishna Chivukula to the TGH Foundation.
April 17, 2025Patient Care
Eleven USF faculty recognized with research achievement and innovation excellence awards
Their contributions span a variety of fields in artificial intelligence, disease prevention, family-school partnerships, oceanographic disturbances and semiconductor production.
April 15, 2025Honors & Awards, Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF Health Morsani College of Medicine ranked No. 1 in the state, among nation’s top tier by U.S. News & World Report
The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine is the top-ranked medical school in Florida and has been named to the highest tier of medical schools in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report.
April 8, 2025Morsani College of Medicine, Research