Innovation & Research
Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Philosophy Professor Searches for Meaning of Knowledge and Wisdom Around the World
The concepts of "wisdom" and "knowledge" aren't as universal as one might think. Edouard Machery of the Department of History and Philosophy of Science is co-leading a study that received a $2.6 million grant to probe cultural differences in understanding some of philosophy's core tenets.
Monday, January 22, 2018
Wearable Artificial Lung Designed to Help Sick Children Remain Mobile While Hospitalized
Researchers hope the device will be a bridge to transplant or recovery in children with acute and chronic lung failure, allowing the children to move around and avoid being bedridden.
Friday, January 19, 2018
Researchers Analyze Big Data, Aim for Lung Disease Precision Treatment Improvement
Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh are investigating the causes and progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease — the third-leading cause of death in the United States — through the development of novel computational tools.
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Using Novel Stent, Pitt Researchers Aim to Double Number of Successful Organ Donations
Each year, the United States experiences an extreme shortage of organ donations. Pitt researchers aim to change that.
Friday, January 12, 2018
Bioengineer Develops Brain Sensor for Investigating Drug Addiction Risks
Young adults are more susceptible to addiction, especially to drugs like cocaine. Using a new high-resolution sensor, bioengineer Xinyan Cui plans to figure out why.
Tuesday, January 9, 2018
Pitt to Lead International Team to Create Hardware for Quantum Computers
In the race to create quantum computers, Pitt is leading an international team of universities, research centers and corporations to discover the best materials for building these speedy machines.
Tuesday, January 9, 2018
Off-beat Circadian Rhythms Might Have SAD Effects During Shorter Winter Daylight Hours
Only certain people in colder, darker climates end up with seasonal affective disorder. Kathryn Roecklein, an associate professor of psychology, thinks their internal clocks might be the key.
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
Forbes Selects Engineer for ‘30 Under 30’ List
Hao Sun, assistant professor in the University of Pittsburgh’s Swanson School of Engineering, has been studying ways to measure the stability of aging structures, an effort that led Forbes to name him to its annual “30 Under 30” list.
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
Researcher Finds Link Between Traumatic Events and Future Heart Disease Risk in Women
Psychiatry Professor Rebecca Thurston recently led a study that demonstrates how experiences such as death of a child or being in a car accident or natural disaster are linked to later vascular health issues that place women at risk for heart disease.
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Pitt's Global Plan Recognized for Its Impact
At a time when the number of students traveling abroad for college continues to increase, experts cite the University of Pittsburgh as a top creative and innovative force in global education.