/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usFri, 24 Apr 2026 14:45:51 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/news/2026/rethinking-augmented-reality-for-children.aspxMost augmented reality technology is designed for adults, often overlooking how children naturally think and interact. A 51°µÍø study found that children ages 9 to 12 engage with AR more physically and intuitively, highlighting the need for child‑centered design in education.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:37:43 Rethinking augmented reality for children: USF study finds key design gapMost augmented reality technology is designed for adults, often overlooking how children naturally think and interact. A 51°µÍø study found that children ages 9 to 12 engage with AR more physically and intuitively, highlighting the need for child‑centered design in education.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/rethinking-augmented-reality-for-children.aspxResearch and InnovationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Joey Garcia/news/2026/qr-code-hospitality-experience-for-older-adults.aspxSenior travelers hold considerable spending power in the hospitality industry. USF research shows that difficult QR code interactions can negatively impact satisfaction and repeat business.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:18:13 How QR codes can make or break the hospitality experience for older adultsSenior travelers hold considerable spending power in the hospitality industry. USF research shows that difficult QR code interactions can negatively impact satisfaction and repeat business.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/qr-code-hospitality-experience-for-older-adults.aspxResearch and InnovationJoey Garcia,Muma College of Business/news/2026/artemis-2-launch-reveals-unique-seismic-activity-captured-by-usf-scientists.aspxUSF scientists captured their largest dataset during the Artemis II launch, recording powerful seismic and infrasound waves to study how rockets impact the ground and atmosphere.Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:27:20 Artemis II launch reveals unique seismic activity captured by USF scientistsUSF scientists captured their largest dataset during the Artemis II launch, recording powerful seismic and infrasound waves to study how rockets impact the ground and atmosphere.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/artemis-2-launch-reveals-unique-seismic-activity-captured-by-usf-scientists.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,Joey Garcia,School of Geosciences/news/2026/usf-powering-florida-research-on-air-taxis.aspxOnce imagined only in science fiction, the vision of Advanced Air Mobility is gaining momentum with USF researchers playing a key role on behalf of the Florida Department of Transportation.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:19:19 USF powering Florida research on air taxisOnce imagined only in science fiction, the vision of Advanced Air Mobility is gaining momentum with USF researchers playing a key role on behalf of the Florida Department of Transportation.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/usf-powering-florida-research-on-air-taxis.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationBold Research. Real Impact.,College of Engineering,Joey Garcia/news/2026/rise-of-telehealth-prescribed-stimulants.aspxUSF Professor Katherine Drabiak’s recent research, published in the Journal of Legal Medicine, explores the legal and ethical challenges surrounding the prescribing of stimulants through telehealth services.Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:40:00 USF research explores the rise of telehealth-prescribed stimulantsUSF Professor Katherine Drabiak’s recent research, published in the Journal of Legal Medicine, explores the legal and ethical challenges surrounding the prescribing of stimulants through telehealth services.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/rise-of-telehealth-prescribed-stimulants.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Public Health,Joey Garcia/news/2026/fluorescent-imaging-reveals-how-a-global-parasite-develops.aspxInfectious disease researchers at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine tailored a fluorescent imaging system to observe the growth of Toxoplasma gondii in real time.Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:14:10 Fluorescent imaging reveals how a global parasite develops, opening new paths for drug treatmentInfectious disease researchers at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine tailored a fluorescent imaging system to observe the growth of Toxoplasma gondii in real time.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/fluorescent-imaging-reveals-how-a-global-parasite-develops.aspxResearch and InnovationJoey Garcia,Morsani College of Medicine,Research and Innovation/news/2026/unraveling-the-web-of-brown-recluse-myths-in-florida.aspxDespite the common fear of spiders, USF researchers have set out to prove the brown recluse is a misunderstood arachnid.Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:20:26 Unraveling the web of brown recluse myths in FloridaDespite the common fear of spiders, USF researchers have set out to prove the brown recluse is a misunderstood arachnid.Brown Recluse Spider /news/2026/unraveling-the-web-of-brown-recluse-myths-in-florida.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,Joey Garcia,Research and Innovation/news/2026/usf-researchers-training-ai-to-mirror-human-reasoning.aspxUSF researchers are challenging AI to think and debate more like humans. Their new framework lets systems hold a belief and confront opposing viewpoints, similar to real human discussions.Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:47:38 From flattery to debate: USF researchers training AI to mirror human reasoningUSF researchers are challenging AI to think and debate more like humans. Their new framework lets systems hold a belief and confront opposing viewpoints, similar to real human discussions.doctoral student Onur Bilgin and his AI belief's framework /news/2026/usf-researchers-training-ai-to-mirror-human-reasoning.aspxResearch and InnovationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Joey Garcia/news/2026/usf-engineered-material-uses-sunlight-to-reduce-florida-red-tide.aspxWhat if sunlight could help curb Florida’s red tide? USF researchers have engineered a reusable, light-activated material that slows harmful algae growth – offering a promising, environmentally safe approach to protecting coastal waters, public health and marine life.Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:44:54 USF-engineered material uses sunlight to combat Florida's red tideWhat if sunlight could help curb Florida’s red tide? USF researchers have engineered a reusable, light-activated material that slows harmful algae growth – offering a promising, environmentally safe approach to protecting coastal waters, public health and marine life.fish kills as a result of red tide /news/2026/usf-engineered-material-uses-sunlight-to-reduce-florida-red-tide.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,Experts Guide,Joey Garcia