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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.

Tracking Giants: How a Department of Integrative Biology professor’s research is rooted in conservation and community

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March 27, 2025Research

Integrative Biology doctoral student Gabriela Quesada-Avila turned to the forests of Panama to examine the impact of temperature on germination responses. (Photo courtesy of Quesada Avila)

Can seeds adapt to the heat?

Integrative biology doctoral student Gabriela Quesada-Avila explores how temperature affects seed sprouting to understand plant community responses and inform forest restoration efforts.

March 26, 2025Community Engagement, Research

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Innovative research on ferrimagnetic materials earns over $2.5M in funding to advance communication technologies

Two grants awarded to faculty in the Department of Physics will support research on ferrimagnetic materials and their potential applications in advancing communication technologies.

February 27, 2025Research

Participants come from all around the world to work on the dig sites, making the experience a wonderful opportunity for international collaboration. (Photo courtesy of Davide Tanasi)

Institute for Digital Exploration makes history tangible

For students involved in the Institute for Digital Exploration, learning extends oceans beyond the traditional classroom

February 24, 2025Research

Lindsay Shaw, PhD and Christian Bréchot, MD, PhD

Two USF faculty members elected fellows of American Academy of Microbiology

University of South Florida Professors Christian Bréchot, MD, PhD, and Lindsey Shaw, PhD, have been elected fellows of the 2025 class of the American Academy of Microbiology.

February 24, 2025Accomplishments, Research

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Why shallow water at the beach is more important than you might realize

Habitats along the coastline provide immense ecological and socioeconomic benefits, but face increasing threats that may put fish populations and fisheries at risk.

February 24, 2025Research

One of Anderson’s current projects includes studying experiences and barriers in the public library makerspace for adults with disabilities. (Photo source: Adobe Stock)

School of Information’s Amelia Anderson honored for research excellence in public library services for adults

Amelia Anderson, School of Information assistant professor, earned the prestigious Association for Library and Information Science Education Connie Van Fleet Award for her success in research about public library services for adults.

February 20, 2025Accomplishments, Community Engagement, Research

Graduate student, T.W., visualizes stem cell cultures under a microscope. Morphology is often checked to ensure that the stem cells maintain good health and, in the case of differentiation to microglia, are changing into the expected shape of the target cells. (Photo courtesy of Stanley Stevens)

Exposing the molecular damage of alcohol on the brain

Dr. Stanley Stevens, professor in the Department of Molecular Biosciences, is leading a first-of-its-kind study examining the cellular and molecular impact of alcohol consumption on the brain.

February 20, 2025Research

Aside from practicing their professionalism and presentation skills, students are encouraged to make connections with new people. (Photo by Corey Lepak)

Undergraduate Humanities Conference encourages professional and personal growth

Nearly 100 students participated in this year’s Undergraduate Humanities Conference, an event providing real-life experience for future academic, professional and personal challenges.

February 20, 2025Accomplishments, Events, Research

Professor Jennifer O'Brien working with a participant enrolled in the Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training (PACT) study. [Photo by Cliff McBride].

Professor who conducts research into dementia prevention selected as finalist for UK Alumni Awards

Psychology Professor Jennifer O’Brien is being recognized on the global stage for her contributions to science and impacting her field.

February 5, 2025Research

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Graphic novel aims to break breast cancer’s ‘female disease’ myth and educate men on risks

Marleah Dean Kruzel and research colleagues aim to debunk myths surrounding breast cancer and educate men about their risk through a new graphic novel.

February 3, 2025Community Engagement, Research

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USF partners on $15M grant to revitalize underserved Hillsborough County community with jobs and clean water

The University of South Florida is collaborating with the University Area Community Development Corp. to bring transformative changes, including workforce development and clean water, to the underserved University Area neighborhood.

January 27, 2025Community Engagement, Research

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