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USF-patented air purifier receives FDA 510(k) Class II Medical Device Clearance
A technology created at the Â鶹ÊÓƵ by Distinguished University Professor Yogi Goswami has been implemented into the Molekule Air Pro RX, an air purification device that was recently cleared by the FDA via the 510(k) premarket notification process as a Class II Medical Device.
April 23, 2020Research and Innovation
Success Ekpenyong's journey from Nigeria to USF and beyond
When Success Ekpenyong first landed in Orlando, Florida, he had only $200 in his pocket and a dream of pursuing higher education.
April 22, 2020Student Success
Business analysts collecting internet search data to track changes to Tampa Bay’s economy in light of COVID-19
Analysts at the Â鶹ÊÓƵ are closely monitoring the economic implications of COVID-19. The Center for Analytics and Creativity in the Muma College of Business is collaborating with the Tampa Bay Partnership to provide real-time data for its State of the Region: COVID-19 Community Report.
April 22, 2020COVID-19, Research and Innovation
The Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s newly created COVID-19 Rapid Response Research Grants program has selected 14 projects to receive initial funding for research on potential treatments, technologies and social mitigation strategies in the wake of the global pandemic.
April 22, 2020COVID-19, Research and Innovation
The Â鶹ÊÓƵ today announced a gift of $50,000 from longtime supporters Kate Tiedemann and Ellen Cotton to provide emergency financial support to students on the USF St. Petersburg campus facing hardships due to the coronavirus epidemic.
April 21, 2020COVID-19, University News
USF aims to identify where clusters of COVID-19 cases are occurring in Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties.
April 21, 2020COVID-19, Research and Innovation
USF photography workshop giving valuable exposure to local veteran
When Michael Congdon medically retired from the U.S. Army, a future in photography was not something he had in mind. But, thanks to an out-of-the-box suggestion from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and support from USF staff and faculty, the former soldier found a passion for the artform and is already earning national exposure for his work.
April 21, 2020University News
An initiative led by USF St. Petersburg is connecting college students with senior citizens to reduce social isolation and develop new bonds during the global pandemic.
April 20, 2020COVID-19, University News
USF School Psychology Program joins national initiative to bring free social emotional learning resources to parents, educators
Faculty and graduate students in USF’s School Psychology Program have joined a collaboration of nonprofit organizations to launch the "ChooSELove To Thrive" series, a campaign that provides parents and educators with social emotional learning strategies for supporting students and families through the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
April 17, 2020University News
USF Health researchers have launched several clinical trials as part of the world-wide effort to reduce the severity and even prevent COVID-19.
April 17, 2020COVID-19, Research and Innovation, USF Health
COVID-19 possibly striking more children than expected
The number of children infected with the coronavirus is far more extensive than what is currently reported -- a hidden detail that could vastly underestimate the demand on health care systems and pediatric intensive care units.
April 16, 2020COVID-19, Research and Innovation, USF Health
The study provides a critical baseline understanding of freshwater springs fed by the Floridan Aquifer, a source of drinking water that has declined in health in recent years.
April 16, 2020Research and Innovation