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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 researcher Hariom Yadav has developed a promising cocktail.
May 6, 2025Research and Innovation, USF Health
Could 'The Last of Us' really happen? USF mycology expert breaks down the fungus behind the fiction
HBO’s The Last of Us might be a dystopian thrill ride, but how real is its core concept that a fungus could hijack the human brain? A USF microbiology professor explains what’s fact and what’s fiction.
May 1, 2025Research and Innovation
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 29, 2025Research and Innovation
The gut-brain connection: Harmful viruses in the gut may contribute to dementia
USF researchers have discovered 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 29, 2025Research and Innovation, USF Health
USF study finds opioid control policies may reduce domestic violence
The research suggests a correlation between opioid misuse and domestic violence, offering broader public health implications beyond addiction.
April 23, 2025Research and Innovation
What rattlesnake venom can teach us about evolution
USF researchers find that island snakes adapt their venom in surprising ways, offering new clues about how animals evolve in changing environments.
April 23, 2025Research and Innovation
USF strengthens research into potential military brain injury with new federal funding
Results from a key study led by the ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ about potential brain injuries in members of the military are driving significant new investment from the U.S. Department of Defense – reinforcing the vital role of academic research in solving some of the nation’s most critical challenges.
April 16, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
Eleven USF faculty recognized with research achievement and innovation excellence awards
Contributions made by the USF researchers span a variety of fields in artificial intelligence, disease prevention, family-school partnerships, oceanographic disturbances and semiconductor production.
April 15, 2025Research and Innovation
USF hosts hundreds of young inventors from across the state
The ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ is building a powerful pipeline of young talent and empowering the next generation of innovators through Invention Convention Florida, a statewide competition where K–12 students turn real-world problems into impactful solutions.
April 15, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
How employee cohorts influence newcomer retention, especially among Gen Z
Job hunting is contagious, according to a new study led by USF. When a workplace cohort starts looking for new opportunities, newcomers often follow suit.
April 9, 2025Research and Innovation
As tax season heats up, USF Accounting Professor Mike Sinclair breaks down why filing taxes is essential – and debunks common myths and costly mistakes to avoid.
April 7, 2025Research and Innovation
Tracking Giants: How a Department of Integrative Biology professor’s research is rooted in conservation and community
Lucas Griffin, an assistant professor in the Department of Integrative Biology, is dedicating his research to uncovering how marine life navigate their habitats, overcoming both natural and human-induced challenges. His goal is to contribute to sustainability initiatives that protect marine ecosystems while supporting the communities that rely on them.