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Community Invited to Give Input on Master Plan
The comprehensive plan, the first of its kind in a half-century, will examine the physical and social environment of the campus, including student housing, transportation, athletics, utility
Catherine Bender earned the Oncology Nursing Society Distinguished Researcher Award
The Endowed Oncology Chair at Pitt’s School of Nursing was recognized for her studies on how endocrine therapy can effect postmenopausal women with breast cancer.
Leanne Gilbertson will lead a National Science Foundation study to design sustainable carbon nanomaterials
The assistant professor in the Swanson School of Engineering received $285,000 in funding.
Vision Restoration Research Set to Advance Through Agreement with French Institutions
The Pitt-Paris agreement will enable closer collaboration on research to treat optic nerve problems and age-related eye conditions.
Scent-sational Success for Alumna's Invention
Sick of stains, Jess Edelstein (A&S ’11) invented a new activated-charcoal deodorant product — and made a successful pitch on ABC’s “Shark Tank” to expand its distribution.
Researchers Exploring New Markets for Water-friendly Wheelchair After Rewarding Debut
Pitt-developed wheelchairs powered by compressed air made a splash at a Texas water park for people with disabilities over the summer, with "thousands of inquiries" resulting from its success.
Geovette Washington joined the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh board of trustees
The University's senior vice chancellor and chief legal officer will serve a three-year term.
David Brienza was awarded $2.6M from the National Institutes of Health to study bed sore prevention
The associate dean of research in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences will conduct the study at two UPMC hospitals over the next three years.
The University of Pittsburgh was recognized for its commitment to an LGBTQIA+ inclusive environment
Campus Pride, a nonprofit organization that identifies LGBTQ-friendly colleges and universities, scored the Pittsburgh campus 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Pitt earned a top award in the Pittsburgh Green Workplace Challenge
The University has won in its division in each competition since it first took up the challenge in 2013.
Michael Sheetz was appointed to a Nuclear Regulatory Commission committee
The clinical assistant professor of radiology will serve as the radiation safety officer representative.
Documentary 'Woman on Fire' Chronicles Transgender New York City Firefighter's Story
"Woman on Fire," a film by alumna Julie Sokolow, paints a portrait of change in the American family and workplace with the story of Brooke Guinan, the first openly transgender woman in the New York
Findings About Immune System Could Stop Allergic Skin Reactions at the Cellular Source
Engineer Steven Little and colleagues may have found the cell-sized source of irritation caused by contact with allergens.
Scott R. Beach was awarded an NIH grant to study financial exploitation of older adults
Scott R. Beach has been awarded a five-year $3.2 million grant from the National Institute on Aging, a division of the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH). The study will explore risk factors for
'Pitt Tonight' and Tomorrow: Emmy-nominated Student Production Makes a Lasting Mark
Jesse Irwin (A&S '17) wanted to start a late-night talk show at Pitt. With a student crew and film studies Assistant Professor Robert Clift's support, he made it happen in three months — and snagged
Houston-area Alumni Volunteer to Help Fellow Texans in the Aftermath of Hurricane Harvey
Erikah Abdu (BUS ’10) and Richard Dodge (A&S ’95), social director and president of the Houston Pitt Club, found ways to personally lend their support to friends, neighbors and strangers affected by
Improvements Around Campus Designed to Enhance Student Experience and Education
New labs; new homes for centers, departments and clinics; and updated classrooms and infrastructure are some of the campus improvements that greeted staff, faculty and students this term.
A multidisciplinary team received National Science Foundation funding to improve transit
The $1.44 million in funding will enable the Pitt Smart Living Project to place additional multimodal, real-time transportation information screens around the city.
Research Team Helps Children Make Sense of 9/11 History at Flight 93 National Memorial
Faculty help young children understand the 9/11 attack in an emotionally healthy manner through a volunteer effort coordinated with the National Park Service Flight 93 National Memorial.
Kiersten E. Todt was named an influential figure in national security
The Pitt Cyber resident scholar was included in the annual listing by Security Magazine.
