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Developing a wearable device to detect COVID-19 progression in at-risk patients

A new study from researchers at the С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ is shedding light on the human body’s physiological response to COVID-19, insight scientists say could help them develop an early warning system for those most at risk of severe infection.

June 12, 2020COVID-19, Research and Innovation

Thomas Frazer

С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ appoints world-class scientist and researcher to serve as College of Marine Science dean

The С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ announced today the appointment of Thomas K. Frazer as professor and dean in the College of Marine Science - an internationally recognized hub of academic and research excellence in biological, chemical, geological and physical oceanographic sciences.

June 11, 2020University News

The С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ College of Marine Science lies in a uniquely fantastic and dangerous position. With a beautiful waterfront campus, marine scientists have to go no further than the seawall to collect data.

June 9, 2020Research and Innovation

Medical student, Sam Harris, distributes hygiene products during COVID-19 social distancing.

С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ medical students create new ways to reach patients

When COVID-19 restrictions kept С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ medical students from all direct contact with patients, many refused to stay away completely. Instead, they used online tools to build new services and resources to reaffirm their commitment to the field. From making calls to check on patients, to creating multilingual resource guides for underserved communities, to creating online cooking clubs or even assisting health care workers with their own personal duties, students found ways to do what they most love – to help others.

June 5, 2020COVID-19, University News

С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ: A Preeminent Research University

С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ Board of Trustees elects Stephanie Goforth as new vice chair

The С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ Board of Trustees unanimously selected Stephanie Goforth to serve as new vice chair during a board meeting held earlier this week. Goforth is a С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ alum who also serves as chair of the St. Petersburg Campus Advisory Board.

June 4, 2020University News

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С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ ranks among academic world leaders in U.S. patent production

For eighth consecutive year, С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ is in the Top 20 of innovative global institutions; Top 10 of U.S. public university patent producers.

June 2, 2020Research and Innovation

The С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµâ€™s COVID-19 Rapid Response Grants program is investing in 14 additional faculty research projects that would advance new medical interventions to detect and stop infections, develop innovations in personal protective equipment, and address fear and confusion in communities particularly vulnerable to the virus.

May 29, 2020COVID-19, Research and Innovation

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С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ leads all state universities in performance-based funding metrics

The С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ leads all state universities in performance-based funding scores for 2020, according to data released today during a meeting of the Florida Board of Governors.

May 28, 2020University News

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С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ World launches support fund to aid international students affected by COVID-19

С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ has recognized that international students face unique challenges as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. International students are not eligible for financial assistance that U.S. students receive from the federal CARES Act. In order to support these students and help them fulfill their dreams of completing their degree at С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ, the С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ World International Student Support Fund was created.

May 27, 2020COVID-19, University News

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С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ engineer and biologist unite to fight coronavirus with corona discharge

An interdisciplinary team of scientists from the С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ has advanced efforts to establish a novel technology that can rapidly sterilize and electrostatically recharge N95 respiratory masks to restore their original filtration efficiency.

May 26, 2020COVID-19, Research and Innovation

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С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ psychologists report uptick in online disinhibition

Social distancing has moved almost all in-person interactions online, which may be leading to more productive therapy sessions. С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ psychologists are noticing more instances of online disinhibition. The behavior is similar to when you share a car ride and speak more freely since you’re not looking at anyone face-to-face.

May 22, 2020University News

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С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ engineers awarded NSF grant to fight COVID-19 using big data

A team of researchers from the С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ College of Engineering is developing a digital tool to give government agencies, researchers and health professionals unparalleled insight into COVID-19.

May 20, 2020COVID-19, Research and Innovation

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