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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.
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.
Researchers Analyze Big Data, Aim for Lung Disease Precision Treatment Improvement
Pitt scientists are investigating the causes and progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease — the third-leading cause of death in the U.S. — through the development of novel computational
Pitt Among ‘Colleges That Pay You Back’
The University of Pittsburgh is profiled in The Princeton Review's “Colleges That Pay You Back: The 200 Schools That Give You the Best Bang for Your Tuition Buck.”
Young Students Learn Leadership, Conflict Management Skills in Social Work Program
The Just Discipline Project, created by social work assistant professor James Huguley, teaches fifth- and sixth-graders strategies for defusing peer conflicts.
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.
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.
‘365 Days’ Chronicles Pitt Successes
Each year, Pitt celebrates the accomplishments of its faculty, staff, students and alumni in a public report. Read it online now.
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.
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.
Pitt Again Named Best Public University in Northeast, Best Public Value in State
The Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings and Kiplinger’s Personal Finance honored Pitt with top rankings.
Social Justice Week Events Celebrate Service and Inclusion Throughout the Community
All members of the Pitt community are invited to participate in events honoring the spirit and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Forbes selected a Pitt engineer for its coveted ‘30 Under 30’ list
Hao Sun, assistant professor in the Swanson School of Engineering, has been studying ways to measure the stability of aging structures.
This Pitt Medicine researcher found a link between traumatic events and heart disease risk in women
Rebecca Thurston recently led a study that demonstrates how stressful experiences — such as death of a child or being in a car accident — are linked to later vascular health issues that place women at
‘Black Nativity’ to showcase gospel music, family and community connections
Based on poet and playwright Langston Hughes’ adaptation of the classic nativity story, "Black Nativity" is marking its 24th year at Pitt.
Volunteers will bring spirit to Christmas Day at Pitt
More than 150 people from Pitt and Sodexo Campus Services, the University’s dining service, offer 2,500 meals to individuals and families in need at the annual event.
Pitt’s Nationality Rooms share global holiday customs
Thirty Nationality Rooms are decorated with holiday trimmings symbolic of the countries and heritages they represent, and tours celebrating the season are on offer to the public.
Pitt’s Global Plan was recognized for its impact
At a time when the number of students traveling abroad for college continues to increase, experts cite the University as a top creative and innovative force in global education.
A large Pitt-led study uncovered the complex genetics behind earlobe attachment
Through a partnership with genetics company 23andMe, Pitt public health and dental medicine researchers studied nearly 65,000 people to discover at least 49 genes underlying earlobe attachment.
This Pitt engineer is battling noise pollution with an NSF grant
New research from Piervincenzo Rizzo seeks to create a novel barrier to shield disruptive noises like traffic from occupants of buildings.
