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USF researchers develop living heart valves that could reduce repeated surgeries for children
At just 4 years old, Meadow Boes has already undergone three major heart surgeries. Now, inspired by children like Meadow, USF researchers are developing living heart valves designed to integrate with the body and adapt as patients grow 鈥� potentially reducing the need for repeated surgeries.
October 7, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
A new hope for dogs with dementia: USF Health researchers explore gene therapy
Aging dogs can experience a form of dementia that leaves them confused, disoriented and lost 鈥� with few treatment options available. USF Health researchers are exploring a gene therapy that could slow the progression of canine cognitive decline while potentially offering new insights into Alzheimer鈥檚 disease in humans.
October 7, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF Health launches new institute to speed path from eye research to patient care
The USF Health Institute for Sight Innovation and Translational Research bridges laboratory research in ophthalmology with patient care, serving as hub for rigorous clinical investigation and multisite collaboration with industry partners and research institutions.
October 7, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
From mountains to molecules: Laura Bohn鈥檚 pursuit of safer pain relief
A leader in molecular pharmacology, Dr. Laura Bohn is redefining understanding of pain relief and the pathways that could lead to safer therapies.
October 6, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
New USF technology advances understanding of eye pressure and glaucoma
Using a first-of-its-kind wireless eye-pressure monitoring system, USF researchers uncovered new links between the brain, circadian rhythms and light exposure that may help regulate eye pressure. The findings offer new insight into one of glaucoma's most important risk factors and could inform future approaches to understanding and treating the disease.
September 30, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
A steady hand: Dr. Nicholas Panetta is pushing the limits of robotic surgery for lymphedema
From pioneering the world鈥檚 first fully robotic lymphovenous bypass to advancing preventive surgical approaches, Dr. Nicholas J. Panetta is transforming the future of lymphedema treatment and prevention.
September 30, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF Health researchers uncover a hidden brain region that helps regulate metabolism
USF Health study identifies the first known function of an understudied brain region that helps coordinate how the body responds to cold temperatures and regulates metabolic health.
September 25, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF Health researchers identify promising vaccine target in malaria parasite
USF Health researchers have identified a previously unknown weakness in Plasmodium vivax, a malaria parasite that infects millions worldwide, paving the way for the development of a potential new vaccine.
September 24, 2026College of Public Health, Research
最新天美传媒 inventors make history as university鈥檚 first team to advance to National Inventors Hall of Fame鈥檚 Collegiate Inventors Competition
A USF Health student team has developed a new type of EEG electrode designed to improve how electrical activity in the brain is measured, with the potential to significantly improve patient comfort, signal quality and the efficiency of neurological monitoring.
September 24, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF Health research reveals new clues about how space travel may affect women鈥檚 health
USF Health researchers have uncovered new evidence that spaceflight conditions may affect women鈥檚 health, offering insights into how altered gravity and stress influence the vaginal microbiome during space travel.
August 19, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
MD/PhD student advances alternatives to chemotherapy through USF Health鈥揗offitt partnership
MD/PhD student Vincent Lok is advancing cancer immunotherapy research and exploring innovative alternatives to chemotherapy that harness the body's immune system to fight cancer.
August 19, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF researchers develop AI system that predicts ACL injuries before they happen
USF researchers are developing an AI-powered wearable that uses machine learning and real-time feedback to help identify risky movements and reduce the risk of ACL injuries before they occur.
August 11, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research