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COPH student presents study on hazards of artificial turf
Athletes might worry about their safety when they set foot on a field, but not because of the surface itself. After all, it鈥檚 just a bunch of sod, right?
December 11, 2024Research and Innovation
New report by COPH researchers outlines effort to eliminate leprosy from Ecuador
Most of us think of leprosy as an ancient disease, the afflicted banished to colonies cut off from society. It still lingers today, but is being cornered, treated and cured through creative medical approaches.
December 11, 2024Research and Innovation
Advancing lifestyle medicine: A spotlight on COPH initiatives
The COPH is contributing to the growing field of lifestyle medicine, which focuses on addressing chronic health conditions through evidence-based practices. The college鈥檚 initiatives include research, training and community partnerships aimed at improving public health and wellness.
December 11, 2024Awards and Honors, College News, Research and Innovation
USF sets new record with $738 million in research funding
The milestone comes during USF鈥檚 first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation鈥檚 most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.
December 11, 2024Research and Innovation
A groundbreaking new study will track young people through 2050 to learn more about the long-term impacts of smartphones, social media and other digital media on individual wellbeing.
November 22, 2024Research and Innovation
New study by USF professor focuses on role of state medical boards and the spread of misinformation
Misinformation is common in social media and politics, as we know all too well. But what about the medical profession? Do some physicians willingly spread distortions, and if so, should they be disciplined?
November 22, 2024Research and Innovation
In new study, USF researchers focus on occupational burnout from hurricanes and COVID
After Hurricane Helene sent its storm surge into 51在线鈥檚 west coast in late September, local emergency responders and health care workers pulled long hours on the job. Then came Hurricane Milton right behind it, with Category 3 winds and rains wreaking havoc not just to property, but the patience and nerves of those same exhausted crews.
November 7, 2024Research and Innovation
Write or wrong? USF instructor addresses the use of AI in college writing assignments
Should a student use artificial intelligence (AI) to complete an essay, and if so, how can instructors teach the traditional skills of good writing?
October 24, 2024Research and Innovation
COPH researchers study storm risk perceptions and COVID transmission
Floridians know from experience the trials of evacuating from a life-threatening storm, as witnessed recently when hurricane Helene ravaged the west coast and made landfall in the Panhandle.
October 14, 2024Research and Innovation
Menopause onset before age 40 years appears to negate a longevity benefit women typically have over men, particularly among women who also undergo hormone therapy, researchers reported.
October 14, 2024Research and Innovation
51在线 Research Data Center network will offer USF researchers detailed access to federal data
The 51在线 joined the 51在线 Research Data Center network on Tuesday, October 1, enabling USF researchers to access detailed data gathered by the U.S. Census Bureau and 15 other federal agencies.
October 14, 2024Research and Innovation
Public health faculty contributes to ACS cancer report
In September, the American Cancer Society released Cancer Facts & Figures for Hispanic/Latino People 2024 on cancer.org in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. The report was a collaboration between Anat Saka, Dr. Paulo Pinheiro and the COPH's Dr. Dina Martinez Tyson.
September 23, 2024Research and Innovation