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On April 26, 2014, Dr. Shyam Mohapatra—Associate Dean at the University of South Florida and co‑founder of TransGenex Nanobiotech—was honored with the Global Corporate Award in Nanotechnology. The award was presented at the Global Corporate Awards ceremony, where Dr. Mohapatra was recognized as the...

Dr. Shyam Mohapatra founded and directs the VA Colorectal Cancer Cell-Genomics Consortium (VA4C), established in 2017. This national Veterans Affairs network applies precision medicine to colorectal cancer by integrating cell-genomics research, biomarker analysis and imaging to improve screening and...

In July 2014, Dr. Shyam Mohapatra was among the six inaugural inductees into the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame. He was recognized for pioneering nanotechnology-based diagnostics and treatments for diseases such as cancer, asthma, diabetes and viral infections. The honor highlighted his innovations...

In February 2013, Dr. Shyam Mohapatra was inducted as a Charter Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors. This distinction recognizes prolific innovators whose inventions have a tangible impact on quality of life, economic development and the welfare of society. His selection highlights the...

Congratulations to affiliate faculty member Dr. John Templeton on being named a recipient of the 2025 Domer Dozen Award. An award-winning educator, Dr. Templeton is recognized for his dedication to fostering innovation in the next generation of engineers and health professionals. His work...

Dr. Yiqin Du, together with Dr. Ramesh Ayyala (the Chair), and glaucoma fellow and resident Drs. Qozat and King, presented at our departmental first translational grandround on January 29, 2026.

Dr. Blair was awarded the 2024-2025 Robert J. Grasso Award. This award is given in memory of Robert J Grasso in honor of his inspiration of students in the past and recognizes faculty members who exemplify the qualities of teaching and compassion for graduate level education. This is a very special...