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Disaster recovery efforts temporarily boosted health for some men, Northwestern study finds
New Northwestern University research aims to shed light on what drives inequalities among men in the aftermath of mega disasters. In such situations, men are often depicted as heroic leaders, and this study finds that many of them experience improved mental and physical health while assisting with recovery efforts. However, for some men, the boost is short lived once recovery activities are completed, leading to emotional lows and potentially increasing the risk of suicide.
Dog cognitive decline treatment: USF Health develops new gene therapy
Researchers at the University of South Florida are developing a gene therapy injection aimed at treating canine cognitive decline. The team hopes the one-time treatment will target the disease directly and give pets more quality time with their families.
Melissa Gilbert seemingly reacts to dismissal of husband Timothy Busfield’s child sexual abuse charges
A judge dismissed the charges against Busfield on Friday, though they may be refiled by prosecutors in the future.
Judge dismisses child sex abuse charges against actor Timothy Busfield
By Lisa Richwine LOS ANGELES, Oct 16 (Reuters) - A state court judge in New Mexico on Friday dismissed charges of child sexual abuse against "West Wing" actor and director
Timothy Busfield child sex abuse charges thrown out, judge orders
A New Mexico judge tosses out the multiple child sex abuse charges that actor Timothy Busfield had been facing.
New Mexico judge tosses charges against actor Timothy Busfield, citing prosecutor misconduct
(AP) — A New Mexico judge has dismissed an indictment against “West Wing” and “Field of Dreams” actor Timothy Busfield that accused him of criminal sexual contact with a child, citing prosecutorial misconduct and errors that undermined the grand jury process.State District Judge Joseph Montano granted a defense motion to toss the charges in a decision released Friday.
Timothy Busfield's child sex-abuse case dismissed
Timothy Busfield's child sex-abuse case has been thrown out.
Judge dismisses indictment of actor Timothy Busfield on child sexual assault
By Lisa Richwine LOS ANGELES, Oct 16 (Reuters) - A judge in New Mexico on Friday dismissed sexual assault charges against "West Wing" actor Timothy Busfield, according to court documents.
Jonathan Rivnay receives Blavatnik Award for Young Scientists
Soft bioelectronics and living pharmacy devices recognized with prestigious award and $250,000 prize
Angie Nixon brings a pep rally-style campaign stop to USF Tampa
Nixon fired up the crowd with an energetic case for more government involvement in medical care, college tuition and affordable housing.
As flu season approaches, here’s why you should you get your vaccine now
While flu activity is still relatively low, officials say now is the time to get vaccinated before cases begin to rise later this year.
Saturday Scoreboard
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Here’s a look at scores from around the area: College Football:Northern St. 16 Bemidji St. 9 FSDSU 31 Illinois St. 14 FUSD 44 Indiana St. 14 FAugustana 37 USF 20 F Boys Soccer:Hot Springs 4 Douglas-New Underwood 0 FSt. Thomas More-Rapid City Christian 3 Belle Fourche 0 Girls Soccer:St. Thomas […]
Moms of infants overcome barriers to postpartum care with help from patient navigators
A new Northwestern Medicine study has found patient navigators — trained guides who help patients access care and resources while working alongside the healthcare team — can ease the challenging transition to motherhood for low-income pregnant individuals, leading to better health in their postpartum period and more consistent primary care for years to come.
Renovated building for social science, education and policy institutes will enhance interdisciplinary connections at Northwestern
The newly renovated facility, overlooking Deering Meadow, is a hub for teaching, research and collaboration across fields
Eckerd College launches graduate school pathway for public health with USF
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Radformation Receives USFDA 510(k) Clearance for OptiPlan Automated VMAT Planning
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Republican candidates' appearance at a USF football game sparks debate
Ahead of Saturday’s game against Delaware State, the presence of two Republican candidates at USF's home opener two weeks ago continues to spark a conversation about state universities hosting political candidates.
‘The secret is finally out’: Upstate teams weigh in on national sports recognition
The Upstate is getting national recognition for its minor league sports scene, with Greenville-Spartanburg named the No. 1 minor league market in the country by Sports Business Journal.
Greenville named No. 1 in nation for minor league sports
The City of Greenville announced it has been picked as No. 1 in the nation for minor league sports by Sports Business Journal.
USF College Of Marine Science Lands NOAA Deal To Advance Seafloor Mapping
NOAA's Office of Coast Survey has renewed its partnership with USF's Center for Ocean Mapping and Innovative Technologies through a five-year cooperative agreement, funding AI-driven seafloor mapping research that spans autonomous vehicles, crowdsourced bathymetry, and cross-college engineering collaboration.
Popular classic rock cover band returns to Hershey to celebrate 50th anniversary of classic album
One of the concerts will celebrate the 50th anniversary of a beloved album.
UGA vaccine aims to fight fungal infections without harming gut health
Fungal infections kill millions each year.
USF outlasts Army in last-minute American Conference thriller
Ahead of Saturday’s game at Army, South Florida acknowledged that offensive possessions could prove to be precious. “We’ve talked about that a lot.
Could Auburn’s Byrum Brown Be a Heisman Dark Horse?
When the 2026 college football season began, Auburn quarterback Byrum Brown wasn’t among the names receiving the most attention in the Heisman Trophy race. That could change quickly. Brown enters his first season at Auburn after transferring from USF, where he established himself as one of the most productive dual-threat quarterbacks in the country. Now…
Dark matter detector picks up a mysterious signal
Unexplained event has just a 0.5% change of coming from an ordinary, known source
New USF Health clinic coordinates care for children with allergic diseases
Providers evaluate patients, discuss complex cases, and develop treatment plans for overlapping conditions.
USF grad's '9Yaps' app connects students to local business deals
A former food delivery driver turned entrepreneur is finding new ways to connect students with nearby local businesses through a custom-built mobile app called 9Yaps.
How Florida is challenging climate change in textbooks, while quietly updating its science standards
Publishers acceded to state requests watering down information on climate change’s impact, WUSF/Hechinger Report investigation finds. Now the state has turned to updating its science standards.
$600 Million-Plus in Capital Improvements Better Position UT Health Sciences to Train Tennessee's Healthcare Workforce
$600 Million in Capital Improvements Help UT Health Sciences to Train Tennessee's Healthcare Workforce
USF College of Marine Science receives $1.5 million to improve coastal hazard forecasting research
The funding is part of a spending package enacted back in February, aiming to support seven different projects on all three USF campuses.
Scientists advance space agriculture for future moon and Mars missions
Space isn't known for rich soil or ideal agricultural conditions anywhere in the solar system. Yet amid extreme temperatures and vast distances, multidisciplinary teams at USF's Aerospace: Science, Technology, ...
USF Health welcomes record-breaking incoming class of medical students
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Employ-A-Bull: Student dives into seagrass research internship
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North Star announces new partnership
North Star Health Alliance has announced plans to partner with a group that already operates hospitals in St. Lawrence County.
USF marine science fire: St. Pete recovery operations save vital scientific research despite heavy damage
University leaders announced that recovery operations have yielded remarkably successful results two months after a lightning fire heavily damaged the University of South Florida St. Petersburg's College of Marine Science in May.
3 Keizer illicit massage businesses forced to shut down, police say
A multi-agency operation in Keizer has shut down three illicit massage businesses, according to Keizer police.
How is USF St. Pete’s Marine Science Lab doing 2 months after catastrophic fire?
For the 150 students and faculty housed in the building, the last couple months have been a series of ups and downs.
USF Health tests $42 at-home glaucoma screening technology
Doctors say the tool is designed to help patients monitor vision and seek care sooner.
USF College of Marine Science lab fire: Scientists save irreplaceable samples
A lightning strike triggered a fire that gutted the USF College of Marine Science lab on May 2, destroying the second floor and damaging what the flames did not reach with water and smoke.
5 minors hurt after shooting at Westgate Entertainment District, police say
No suspect or suspects have been caught, police said.
Trump’s Remarkable Losing Streak
The administration has lost at least a dozen election-related cases.
Pinellas girls chart courses in marine science at USF summer camp
Every summer, 30 eighth-grade graduates have the chance to go on a marine research expedition.
Pinellas County girls chart courses to marine science careers at USF summer camp
Since 1991, the University of South Florida College of Marine Science has hosted the Oceanography Camp — Especially for Girls. Every summer, 30 eighth-grade graduates have the chance to go on a research expedition and do what marine scientists do.
USA vs Bosnia-Herzegovina – Predicted lineup and team news
San Francisco Bay Area Stadium hosts the World Cup last 32 on Thursday morning as USA take on Bosnia-Herzegovina, with a place in the round of 16 against Belgium or Senegal at stake.Mauricio Pochettin...
USF marine labs race to rebuild after fire
The college is taking a major step in its recovery by fast-tracking the process of purchasing lab equipment.
USF football and all sports will feel a big impact under new NCAA eligibility rule
Players in all sports will have five years to complete five seasons. Redshirts and medical extensions are going away.
Venetian exec talks luxury meeting space and the future of conventions
Venetian Chief Sales Officer Tony Yousfi shares what drove renovations at the Convention and Expo Center and the innovations he believes will define the next era of conventions at the Strip resort.
Melissa Gilbert leaves NYC amid husband Timothy Busfield's legal troubles
Melissa Gilbert is leaving the Big Apple apartment she shared with husband Timothy Busfield after eight years.
Timothy Busfield pushes to dismiss child sex-abuse indictment
Timothy Busfield is asking a New Mexico court to throw out his indictment on child sex-abuse allegations.
Princeton joins powerhouse network for theoretical physics with major gift from the Leinweber Foundation
With this gift, Princeton will become the ninth member of the Leinweber network for theoretical physics, which is focused on advancing curiosity-driven research on the theoretical principles underlying the physical universe.
USF names new dean of the Taneja College of Pharmacy
Janice Zgibor has been appointed as the new dean of the USF Health Taneja College of Pharmacy. A pharmacist and epidemiologist, Zgibor has served at USF for more than a decade and brings over 20 years of academic leadership experience to the role.She will become just the second permanent dean of the college.
After devastating fire, USF marine scientists race to keep ocean monitoring on track
A fire at the USF Marine Science Laboratory displaced the Ocean Circulation Lab, which maintains its buoy program.
USF marine science research destroyed in St. Pete lab fire caused by lightning strike
A lightning strike sparked a devastating fire at the USF College of Marine Science Lab last month, destroying decades of critical research and tens of millions of dollars in equipment in St. Petersburg.
One in three middle-aged adults struggle with basic, ‘everyday’ health tasks
Patients had trouble reading prescription instructions, recalling details about new diagnoses
Samples recovered from USF Marine Science Lab fire
USF was able to recover 37 freezers full of samples, 34 of which were still fully operational.
Ben Affleck’s visit to Luna’s Mexican Grill in Swarthmore sends business to the ‘next level’
Cristina Luna Ramirez's restaurant runs on family and the flavors of northern Mexico. Her current success comes after years of hard work, practice, and adaptability.
Many more US voters support gay candidates, but only if they look and act ‘straight,’ study finds
A first-of-its-kind study separates sexuality and gender expression to explore voter attitudes
Northwestern researchers pitch ideas with environmental and health impact
Interdisciplinary teams compete for $200,000 in seed funding
The IX Sports Podcast featuring USF coach Kristy Curry
On The IX Sports Podcast, new USF head coach Kristy Curry discusses the transfer portal and the importance of relationships in recruiting.
Budget conference: House and Senate strike land deal on USF transfer to New College
The biggest concern for lawmakers to bridge an agreement stemmed from money — not land.
Budget conference: USF Sarasota-Manatee transfer to New College teed up, but funding transfer appears dead
The House had sought a funding transfer as part of the deal, but has now pulled back.
Burned USF Marine Science Lab’s aging roof had never been replaced
The University of South Florida Marine Science Lab that went up in flames earlier this month in St. Petersburg was up to code, inspection reports show.
Paducah Sports Park to host first tournament in new facility this weekend
Crews are still finishing parts of the $65 million complex, but officials say the park is ready to welcome teams beginning Saturday.
‘Ocean of Support’ event held after USF Marine Science fire
Some individuals have lost samples and “library collections that they have been building for decades.”…
St. Pete community rallies to help rebuild after fire destroys USF Marine Science Laboratory building
For some scientists at the University of South Florida College of Marine Science, the fire that tore through a marine sciences laboratory building earlier this month did more than damage a facility; it threatened a lifetime of research.
USF hosts ‘Ocean of Support’ fundraiser to rebuild Marine Science lab destroyed by fire
Following a tragic fire that destroyed the University of South Florida’s Marine Science lab at the school’s Pinellas County campus, university staff held a fundraiser Friday to help reb…
Chargers Earn 14 Nominations for Hashtag Sports Awards
The Chargers earned more than a dozen nominations for the 2026 Hashtag Sports Awards, with voting now open until May 25
What to know about hantavirus after cruise ship outbreak
Reports of a hantavirus cluster linked to a cruise ship in the Atlantic have led to questions about travel safety. Public health experts say the risk of infection is low, but understanding the situation can help put the risk into perspective.
Business leaders say closing USF Sarasota-Manatee would hurt local economy
Four chambers of commerce, from Venice to Lakewood Ranch, warn of the fallout of losing a USF campus in the area.
Texas health officials monitoring two residents who were on board ship with hantavirus outbreak
DSHS will not release additional personal details about the passengers to protect their privacy.
As federal scientists faced turmoil, the Devils Hole pupfish reached a crisis point
The Devils hole pupfish lives in just one spot in Death Valley. Wildlife officials have managed this iconic fish for decades, and last spring, just as the Trump administration was laying off all kinds of scientists, the wild population of this fish plummeted to only 20 individuals. Officials then took an irrevocable step.
Digital archive reveals how NIH built the field of genomics
Study details how taxpayer-funded agencies choose what science to support, previously a ‘black box’
IU Kelley Student Competing in Open-Wheel Racing, While Also Pursuing a Business Degree
For more than 100 years, the Indiana University Kelley School of Business has created career momentum for thousands of students. But this May, a junior studying finance and accounting, will experience it faster than any Kelley student who has come before him. The Kelley School is supporting Joey Brienza, a Kelley direct admit and Hutton Honors College student and a race car driver who competes in the USF Pro 2000 Series, a premier open-wheel racing series in the ladder to INDYCAR. On May 9, he w
3 things to know about USF St. Pete building destroyed in fire
The aging Marine Science Lab could withstand hurricanes. But Saturday’s blaze was another story.
Lightning strike likely sparked massive fire that destroyed USF St. Pete marine science lab, officials say
University of South Florida officials now believe a lightning strike sparked the massive fire that tore through the marine science lab on the St. Petersburg campus, as concerns grow over the loss of decades of research and critical equipment.
NASA Science Supports Golden Eagles on the Move
NASA-funded research is helping turn golden eagle journeys across mountains, grasslands, and borders into data for wildlife managers.
University responds after fire destroys lab hub at USF's Marine Science College
USF officials deal with damages following fire at Marine Science building
USF Marine Science dean laments loss of research in laboratory building fire
“I think almost everybody that was doing research and using that facility will be impacted one way or another,” said Dean Tom Frazer. “We're still concerned that samples may have been lost that may be irreplaceable."
Potentially lost in USF St. Pete fire, irreplaceable marine research
Freezers holding samples from around the globe help advance world-class research. What comes next?
Investigation into fire at USF St. Pete Marine Science Lab | FOX 13 Tampa Bay
Investigators are still trying to determine the cause of the 2-alarm fire Saturday evening at the USF St. Pete campus. FOX 13's Heather Healy reports.
Rumored PvP Assassin’s Creed's Playtest Reportedly A Letdown
The repeatedly delayed and much speculated Fall Guys-esque “Assassin’s Creed Invictus” had a reportedly rocky outing last month
Scenes from the USF St. Petersburg fire show billowing smoke, roof ablaze
St. Petersburg Fire District Chief Michael Lewis said more than 60 units with about 200 firefighters were summoned to the scene.
Flames tear through roof of USF Marine Science Laboratory in St. Petersburg
A large two-alarm fire broke out Saturday at a building on the University of South Florida’s St. Petersburg campus, sending plumes of smoke into the sky.
Large fire breaks out at marine science lab on USF St. Petersburg campus
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Fire Damages USF Marine Science Lab; Hazmat Evaluation Planned Overnight
A multiple-alarm structure fire significantly damaged a marine science laboratory, with officials indicating the building is likely a total loss due to extensive water and fire damage. The fire was reported at approximately 5:12 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Fire crews reported that the structure was already heavily involved in the attic upon arrival. […]
Two-alarm fire strikes USF Marine Science Laboratory on St. Petersburg campus
Emergency calls came in sometime after 5:30 p.m. Saturday. No injuries have been reported, and the building was evacuated, officials say. No cause has been determined.
Fire at building on USF St. Pete campus leads to evacuations, creates hazmat situation: police
Crews were battling a large fire at a building on the University of South Florida’s campus in St. Petersburg on Saturday afternoon.
2-alarm fire reported on USF St. Petersburg campus
The scene is active and a cause is under investigation.
Fire at building on USF St. Petersburg campus sends large plume of smoke into air
Crews were battling a large fire at a building on the University of South Florida’s campus in St. Petersburg on Saturday afternoon.
Heart Rhythm 2026: Electrophysiologist Mina Chung discusses CPR, PFA and much more
Mina Chung, MD, who just concluded a one-year term as Heart Rhythm Society's president, spoke to Cardiovascular Business about successes from the past year as well as her goals for the future.
Dumas Teases Welterweight Move After Latest Loss
Sedriques Dumas continued to struggle at UFC Vegas 116. The Floridian “Reaper” started off his UFC career well enough, winning three of his first five bouts in addition to his Contender Series success. Unfortunately, it’s been off the rails ever since, as he’s winless in his last four fights. He was stopped in all three […]
Bipartisan-cited science is powerful but rare
New analysis explores how policymakers engage with science
Kap Vert causes shock in Scottish Grand National triumph
Kap Vert causes a 20-1 shock by storming to a surprise win in the Scottish Grand National at Ayr.
Science fiction becomes reality at USF's Engineering Expo
At the University of South Florida’s Engineering Expo, visitors can control a robotic catapult using nothing but their thoughts. It's one of dozens of hands-on exhibits drawing thousands of students and families to campus.
Largest class in Kansas Sports Hall of Fame includes Besler, Illig and Moore
On Wednesday, the organization announced its 2026 class, which includes 32 individuals.
Kansas Sports Hall of Fame announces 32-member class of 2026
The 32 selections will be honored at one of three events this summer.
USF Health posts broad gains in new U.S. News rankings, led by Tier 1 designation for medicine
In a sweep of strong results, every USF Health graduate program either rose in the rankings or held its position, with eight ranked in the Top 50 nationally and five recognized as No. 1 in Florida. The Morsani College of Medicine earned the highest possible Tier 1 rating for research for the second consecutive year.
Melissa Gilbert says her, Timothy Busfield are ‘grieving’
Melissa Gilbert has spoken out about the allegations of sexual assault of a minor.against her husband Timothy Busfield.