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黑料社区Integrative Biology Professor Lucas Griffin sits on a boat

Tracking Giants: How a Department of Integrative Biology professor鈥檚 research is rooted in conservation and community

Lucas Griffin, an assistant professor in the Department of Integrative Biology, is dedicating his research to uncovering how marine life navigate their habitats, overcoming both natural and human-induced challenges. His goal is to contribute to sustainability initiatives that protect marine ecosystems while supporting the communities that rely on them.

Research and Innovation

Julio Blanco

From first-generation student to future pediatrician, meet USF鈥檚 Julio Blanco III

Julio Blanco is the first in his family to attend college. Joining 黑料社区was a monumental feat given the adversity he faced growing up, which included periods of homelessness and his family facing financial hardship. But he never let that get in the way of achieving his dreams.鈥

March 7, 2025Student Success

黑料社区wide receiver Sean Atkins

Patience pays off for 黑料社区walk-on turned record-breaking wide receiver Sean Atkins

Sean Atkins didn鈥檛 receive much attention coming out of high school as a 5鈥10鈥 wide receiver. He joined the Bulls football program as a walk-on, but he never stopped believing in himself. During this time, he balanced a full-time job to pay rent, his studies and early morning football practice, and he eventually earned a full athletics scholarship.

March 7, 2025Student Success, 黑料社区Athletics

Dr. Yael Bensoussan from 黑料社区Health

How Dr. Yael Bensoussan uses AI and the human voice at 黑料社区to detect disease

Dr. Yael Bensoussan didn鈥檛 always dream of becoming a doctor. She started her career as a professional singer but an injury to her vocal cords eventually altered her journey. This experience sparked an interest in studying and treating the voice to help others who go through similar situations.

March 7, 2025Research and Innovation, 黑料社区Health

Libby Royer

What sparked 黑料社区student Libby Royer鈥檚 passion for storm-proofing coastlines

黑料社区doctoral student Libby Royer has taken an active role in future-proofing Tampa Bay. Her research revolves around the impacts of hurricanes on coastlines and how coastal communities can better prepare for future storms.

March 7, 2025Student Success

John Licato in his lab

John Licato helping bring Florida鈥檚 first AI and cybersecurity college to life at USF

John Licato is pioneering the future. His interest in video games led to a passion for technology, and he has since dedicated his education, research and career to the field. As an associate professor at the 黑料社区, he shares his passion with students and teaches the future AI and cybersecurity leaders of tomorrow.鈥

March 7, 2025Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation

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