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ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ and By Light formalize partnership to advance trusted AI for national security

The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration across the full spectrum of modern conflict and technology – ensuring that emerging AI technologies are not only powerful, but also trustworthy.

April 8, 2026Community Partnerships, Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ student and IAE engineer work on Army device

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ engineers develop radio-frequency training tech for U.S. Army under expansive partnership

Thousands of miles from any battlefield, a team of engineers at the University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ is working to prepare soldiers for the increasingly complex electronic environment of modern warfare.

March 30, 2026Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation, Student Success

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ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ research activity climbs 15%, strengthening national standing

Research funded by corporate sponsors increased 25% with the majority of ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s expenditures derived from highly competitive federal awards from agencies such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense.

March 10, 2026Research and Innovation, University News

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ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ research funding surges to record $750 million, increasing impact across ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ and beyond

Industry partnerships have propelled the University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ to a record $750 million in research funding. The surge positions ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ closer to its $1 billion goal.

November 4, 2025Research and Innovation, University News

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ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬, ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ High Tech Corridor expand innovation footprint through partnership with the ARK Innovation Center

As part of the agreement, ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s Institute of Applied Engineering will establish a presence at the state-of-the-art ARK Innovation Center in St. Petersburg, which serves as a launchpad for early-stage companies focused on disruptive technologies such as machine learning, energy, fintech, artificial intelligence and blockchain.

October 15, 2025Community Partnerships, Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation

 IAE President and CEO Darren Schumacher; ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ President Rhea Law; Eric Moore, deputy to the commanding general, U.S. Army DEVCOM; Adam Rawlett, senior scientist, U.S. Army Research Lab; Norma Alcantar, engineering professor and associate dean of research

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ secures contract with U.S. Army, strengthening collaboration with Department of Defense

The University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ has signed a five-year research contract worth up to $85 million with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory. The partnership strengthens ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s defense research in cybersecurity, biotechnology and energy sciences while offering students valuable internship opportunities.

September 4, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation, Student Success, University News

Tony Lattanze works on the JCREW with a service member

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ invention helps U.S. military counter deadly improvised explosive devices

What started as a weekend sketch and a student prototype at ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ is now saving lives on the battlefield. Discover how a simple invention transformed operations against one of the military’s deadliest threats.

September 3, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation, Student Success

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ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ strengthens research into potential military brain injury with new federal funding

Results from a key study led by the University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ about potential brain injuries in members of the military are driving significant new investment from the U.S. Department of Defense – reinforcing the vital role of academic research in solving some of the nation’s most critical challenges.

April 16, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation

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ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s commitment to community drives new partnerships and innovation

From improving area neighborhoods, to advancing innovation and strengthening ties with government agencies, ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ is proving what’s possible when people of different disciplines unite. Learn more about what’s been accomplished since the formation of the Office of University Community Partnerships.

January 29, 2025Community Partnerships, Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation, ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ Health, University News

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Top stories of 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s remarkable journey of triumphs – celebrating unprecedented achievements in academics, record-breaking research and exhilarating athletic seasons. The university continues to demonstrate the tremendous impact it has on our communities, forging new partnerships that define what it means to be a leading research university.

December 16, 2024University News

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ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ sets new record with $738 million in research funding

The milestone comes during ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.

December 10, 2024Research and Innovation

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ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ and defense agencies headquartered at MacDill Air Force Base sign landmark agreement

The University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ has signed two of its largest defense contracts with U.S. Special Operations Command and U.S. Central Command, bringing together interdisciplinary faculty experts from across the university.

October 24, 2024Community Partnerships, Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation, University News

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