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Viruses identified in red tide blooms for the first time
A new study led by researchers at the University of South Florida shines light on the environmental drivers of red tide blooms. Published in the American Society for Microbiology’s journal mSphere, the study is the first to identify viruses associated with Karenia brevis, the single-celled organism that causes red tide.
March 20, 2025Campus News, Research and Innovation
New collaboration to unlock potential of disengaged youth and expand local workforce
More than 12 percent of young people aged 15 to 24 in Pinellas County are no longer in school or working. A collaboration involving USF researchers will connect with disengaged youth to establish pathways into the workforce.
March 18, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
Annual fundraiser returned to support student scholarships and connect Bulls community
The St. Patrick's Day-themed event featured festivities, Irish-inspired food, music and beers celebrating the Brewing Arts Program. The first Bulls and Brews by the Bay helped the university provide an additional $30,000 in student scholarships.
March 17, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships, Events
Bulls In the Burg: March 2025 Community Relations Roundup
This community roundup series highlights the ways that USF St. Pete faculty, staff, students and administration are active in the community.
March 14, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships, Events
Researchers identify ‘tipping point’ that caused Sargassum inundations in the Caribbean
The Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt has puzzled researchers since 2011. A new model demonstrates that the floating macroalgae was brought to the tropics by strong currents, and thrived in ideal growing conditions.
March 13, 2025Research and Innovation
Historic $40M gift establishes Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing at USF, solidifying Tampa Bay as “Cyber Bay”
The nation’s first named college dedicated to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity will drive workforce development, national security and economic growth.
March 11, 2025Campus News
Summit to Success helps students navigate future careers in finance
A collaboration between Delta Sigma Pi, one of the nation’s largest business fraternities, and USF’s Muma College of Business is connecting students with industry leaders in the Tampa Bay area to help them prepare for their careers.
March 10, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships
Driving change: Mo-Bull Nurse Medical Clinic delivers healthcare
The College of Nursing's medical clinic on wheels is a state-of-the-art mobile unit providing healthcare needs to communities throughout Tampa Bay while educating the next generation of nurses.
March 10, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships
New tool to assist Florida law enforcement and organizations in combating human trafficking and supporting victims
TIPSTR is a new data repository that illustrates the magnitude, trends and geographic scope of human trafficking across the state.
February 27, 2025Research and Innovation
Student veteran and campus first responders help save a life
The quick response and emergency training of student veteran Teresa Booker, university police and first responders helped to save the life of someone having a cardiac emergency on campus.
February 27, 2025Campus News
Ahead of Grand Prix, Bulls Racing ignites passion for cars
Every year, members of the Bulls Racing team design and manufacture a racecar from scratch for a national competition. With the approach of the St. Petersburg Grand Prix next door to campus, we profile the tight-knit organization and the students who have a passion for cars.
February 25, 2025Student Life
Students present promising new research from beneficial fish bacteria to prescription drug abuse at statewide conference
Whether discovering antimicrobial compounds in fish or exploring the impact of prescription drug abuse on college students, undergraduates at USF St. Petersburg are making significant impacts in research and innovation.
February 20, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation