Research
Student Research
Undergraduate Research
Undergraduate student participation in research is a vital part of the educational experience at the USF College of Nursing. Faculty engage students through coursework, research assistant roles, conferences, and global opportunities. Students typically participate in research in three ways: through independent study, the USF Honors College, or by working with a faculty advisor in formal or informal research assistant positions.
Independent study with expert faculty allows students to explore specific areas of interest, ask questions, and develop hypotheses. Serving as research assistants provides hands-on experience in the research process, including opportunities to contribute to publications. Honors College students work closely with nursing faculty on projects that involve all stages of research, while also gaining access to nurse scientists and additional opportunities to prepare for careers in scientific inquiry.
For more information about undergraduate research at the University of South Florida, please visit the Office of Undergraduate Research.
Graduate Research
Advancing the science of health care delivery and improving outcomes for patients, families, and communities is central to the mission of the USF College of Nursing. Graduate students contribute to this mission by joining faculty research teams and receiving mentorship to develop their own scientific questions.
Faculty support developing scholars through research participation, grant and manuscript writing, and preparing scientific presentations. With access to interdisciplinary experts across USF, students benefit from a rich, collaborative environment.
The Office of Research & Scholarship also assists students in pursuing competitive funding from the National Institutes of Health, regional and national foundations, and professional organizations.
For more information about the graduate student research in the college and the university, please visit the following pages: