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70 years of discovery: How USF built a research powerhouse
Since its founding in 1956, USF has built its identity around a thriving research culture. As USF marks its 70th anniversary, that vision has grown with the institution from modest labs with limited technology into an R1 university and membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities.
June 3, 2026Research
Khalilah Caines is expanding social work education beyond borders
Through Virtual Global Exchange, Caines is connecting School of Social Work students with their peers in the Philippines.
May 14, 2026Research
AI tool developed by USF researchers helps law enforcement reduce crime in Sarasota
Researchers used advanced forecasting models to predict the geographic locations where crimes are likely to occur.
May 6, 2026Research
Students showcase discovery and innovation at 2026 OneUSF Undergraduate Research Conference
The conference transformed USF into a hub of undergraduate discovery, featuring more than 500 student research projects across USF’s three campuses.
A local ecosystem transforms into a living field laboratory for USF students
A four-phase, multi-year partnership between USF and Siesta Key Chapel combines student learning, environmental stewardship and community impact to restore a vital maritime hammock.
Department of Criminology and CIBR Lab showcase research at Cyber Florida’s CyberBay Conference
A highlight of the opening reception was the presentation of findings from the department’s collaborative research on cybersecurity practices among small- and medium-sized businesses.
Step into a World of Wonder — curiosity leads the way in this virtual reality application designed by a USF team
A new virtual reality app created by a team of USF faculty, staff, and students, creates an immersive experience of curiosity and wonder.
March 10, 2026Campus News, Research
USF hosts inaugural Leadership Council meeting of Master of Social Work program directors
The national initiative is aimed at strengthening collaboration among Master of Social Work programs.
March 10, 2026Campus News, Research
USF researchers partner with Sarasota Police Department to pilot AI-driven crime forecasting
The initiative unites faculty from multiple USF colleges to apply AI-driven forecasting tools in support of evidence-informed law enforcement decision-making.
February 2, 2026Research
USF experiences continue to shape alumna’s approach to hearing health care
USF alumna Madison Dowdy says her hands-on training, from research to outreach in Malawi, shaped the patient‑centered care she provides today.
January 30, 2026Research
Internship program prepares humanities students for early-career success
Bustinza’s internship with the Make-A-Wish Foundation is one of many made possible by a five-year, $4.8 million grant from the Mellon Foundation that will support up to 900 students each year in otherwise unpaid internships.
October 20, 2025Research
USF faculty experts available for interviews on Halloween topics from how consumers can save money, to tariff impacts, to AI use
USF Sarasota-Manatee faculty expertise shines this Halloween season — Michael Snipes (economics) on consumer spending and tariff impacts, and YongJei Lee (criminology) on crime prevention and safety trends.
October 8, 2025Research