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In terms of carbon footprint, not all oil is created equal
To predict the climate impact of oil as demand shifts, we need to take into account the many ways it's extracted, according to a new study in Nature by Pitt’s Mohammad Masnadi.
Jill Sarada named director of the Falk Laboratory School
Sarada will be responsible for leading with strategic vision, fostering academic excellence, strengthening Falk’s overall community and ensuring Falk’s financial future.
Science paper shows how to make a key chemical reaction safer and faster
By avoiding a toxic and explosive chemical, Kazunori Koide’s lab could open the Birch reduction up to be used in chemical and pharmaceutical industries.
This Pitt-Johnstown engineer wants to keep seniors standing tall
Eunice Yang will soon begin beta testing for OK2StandUP, a Fitbit-like monitor of the autonomic nervous system that predicts and prevents falls.
Pitt Challenge winners announced
The teams tackled issues such as burnout, virtual learning and simulation.
You can rent a phone charger at 32 local businesses thanks to Pitt alumni
The portable charger will juice up your phone in just 30 minutes.
University Prize for Strategic, Inclusive and Diverse Excellence award nominations due Dec. 3
The award will be presented to the University of Pittsburgh school, division, department or unit making a significant contribution to fostering equity, diversity and inclusion in our community.
New University budget model approved
The new model provides Responsibility Centers with greater authority, enabling them to better work toward Pitt’s strategic goals.
Creating a Just Community award nominations due Dec. 3
The award recognizes the outstanding efforts of a Pitt employee in creating a more just, equitable and inclusive community.
Pitt's pay-it-forward debt relief and mentorship program will add 150 new students
Since launching in 2019, Panthers Forward has provided $2.25 million in federal loan relief.
Innovation challenge winners tackle health disparities
Projects that address tooth decay in kids, parenting while Black and ventilator-associated pneumonia each took home $115,000 in this year’s Pitt Innovation Challenge.
Richard Garland receives $1.5 million grant for Reimagine Reentry project
The program aims to reduce recidivism in Allegheny County.
An app could promote informed and healthy pregnancies
Some at-risk patients didn’t know they had been prescribed aspirin to prevent a dangerous condition in pregnancy, Pitt researchers found. A smartphone app might be the answer.
Pitt mourns the loss of Board of Trustees chair Thomas E. Richards
Richards (A&S ’76) is remembered for his humility, leadership and service.
Brad Nindl assumes command of 139th Medical Brigade
In this role, Nindl continues his 25-plus years' work in the U.S. Army that focuses on human performance optimization and injury prevention.
Public Health’s Tiffany Gary-Webb named special assistant to the provost
She will lead the Race & Health Collaboratory and work with John Wallace, vice provost for diversity and development.
Procrastinators, this Pitt costume designer will save your Halloween
Ricky Lyle Campbell explains how to put together a last-minute look on a budget.
We rate Pitt therapy dog Halloween costumes
See what pups were wearing in the Cathedral’s most fur-raising night of the year. Plus, hear from students organizing to spread the puppy love.
Places to study besides the library
If your usual study spot in Hillman is closed, we’ve got a few ideas for where else to go.
