Swanson School of Engineering
Friday, July 16, 2021
They’re on your toothbrush, in your clothes and mixed into your makeup: Silver nanoparticles have germ-killing properties, but could they be adding to antimicrobial resistance? A Pitt engineering team explored this understudied question.
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
The Pittsburgh Robotics Network (PRN) has reached a new milestone—more than 100 members, including Pitt—which places it among the world’s largest robotics alliances. The news comes with a new grant to support PRN’s goals of attracting new businesses to the city and creating jobs in the field.
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Childbirth is a momentous and fraught time. It’s also one of the most significant biomechanical events in life. Steven Abramowitch is using computer models to learn more about pelvic health after delivery.
Monday, June 28, 2021
At its June 2021 meeting, three alumni joined the University of Pittsburgh Board of Trustees. The group also recognized Kathy Humphrey, outgoing senior vice chancellor for engagement and board secretary, for her contributions to Pitt’s success.
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Thursday, June 17, 2021
William Wagner and Savio Woo Inducted to International Academy of Medical and Biological Engineering
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
“It’s not just the federal government and social media platforms that have a role to play in combating disinformation,” says Pitt Cyber founding director David Hickton of the new Pitt Disinformation Lab (PDL). “The animating vision of PDL is to build local resilience to disinformation right here, right now.”
Friday, June 4, 2021
Future electronic displays will be thin, flexible and durable. Pitt engineers are finding ways to make the tech better and cheaper through tiny electric grids.