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Two Majors, Clear Focus: Senior Shapes Own Research Path
From conducting self-led research on environmental justice to interviewing prominent Black Lives Matter activists Bree Newsome Bass and Darnell L. Moore for Pitt’s new anti-racism course, senior
Pitt Launches Local Site of National Trial for COVID-19 Outpatient Treatments
A team led by Madhu Choudhary has joined a national trial testing therapies to keep COVID-19 patients out of the hospital. Funded through Operation Warp Speed, it is one of a handful of new trials at
United Way Campaign Opens with October Events
The University’s annual United Way campaign will feature new ways to engage—remotely and virtually.
Model Shows How COVID-19 Could Lead to Runaway Inflammation
A new study co-led by Ivet Bahar uses computational modeling to address a mystery first raised in March: Why do some people with COVID-19 develop severe inflammation?
A Model Solution
On World Heart Day, learn about how radiology’s Darshit Thakrar creates 3D models of children’s hearts and other organs to help surgeons better picture their procedures.
Pitt Collaborates with Pharma Company on Eye Treatments
Debasish Sinha will work with Astellas Pharma Inc. in a new research collaboration to address dry age-related macular degeneration—a common cause of vision loss.
Chancellor Addresses Challenges, Successes of Year Marred by Pandemic
At the Sept. 25, 2020, meeting of the Board of Trustees, Chancellor Patrick Gallagher reflected on the last fiscal year and highlighted ways the Pitt community came together to keep the University’s
Study: Therapy Leads to Fewer Hospital Readmissions for Pneumonia Patients
New Pitt research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association has found that occupational and physical therapy after hospitalization for pneumonia is associated with a decreased risk
Casa Community
When unprecedented hardship struck Pittsburgh's Latino population, Pitt alumna Monica Ruiz (SOC WK ’15, ’17G) took action.
Pitt Hosts Virtual Open Forum with Middle States Liaison
The event begins the next accreditation review process with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and students, faculty and staff are invited to participate.
You’ve Reported a COVID Concern. Now What?
If you've thought about using the University’s COVID Concern Connection page to report a concern about public gatherings, physical distancing or Pitt’s response to COVID-19 in general, you might
Watch: Researchers Take Filmmaking to the Health Sciences
Sara Baumann (GSPH ’19) and Jessica Burke have created a new form of public health research called Collaborative Filmmaking. The six-step process engages its participants to create a detailed
Pitt ranked No. 1 for small business support
The University of Pittsburgh Small Business Development Center has been chosen by the U.S. Small Business Administration as the national SBDC Excellence and Innovation Award winner of 2020.
Three Faculty Members Appointed to Associate Vice Chancellor Positions
Derek C. Angus, Paula Davis and Mark W. Geraci will take up their respective positions to promote health care innovation; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and interdisciplinary research at Pitt.
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Full-Court Press Against COVID-19
We're doing great at flattening the curve, but it's way too early to turn on the victory lights. Stay vigilant and mask up.
Ambassadors Give Health, Safety Support to Colleagues
Newly initiated as part of the University’s response to coronavirus, the Pandemic Safety Ambassador Network of volunteers helps inform and educate those on campus about health and safety protocols.
Your Input Requested for the Oakland Plan
The City of Pittsburgh seeks stakeholder input regarding the Oakland Plan, which will guide area investments, land-use regulations and infrastructure improvements.
Hispanic Heritage Month: An Exploration of Identity and Celebration of Culture
A virtual town hall with members of the regional Latinx community explored racial and ethnic identity and the diversity of the cultures that make up the Hispanic population in the United States.
Comfort Food: What’s to Eat in Isolation Housing at Pitt?
Table for one? Pitt dining staff deliver healthful meals and provide abundant snacks and drinks for students in isolation housing.
