Steve Manuck was honored by the American Psychological Association

The professor emeritus received the 2026 Award for Distinguished Scientific Contributions, a first for the Department of Psychology.

A Pitt grad student was a runner-up in the Dr Pepper Tuition Giveaway

Alexandra Walton, a second-year in the PharmD program, won $20,000 at the halftime show of the Big Ten Championship Game.

A Pitt postdoc was honored by the International Academy of Suicide Research

With its Early Career Award, the organization acknowledged Nermin Toukhy’s findings on how stress and inflammation relate to decision-making under pressure.

This fearless senior is the definition of ‘cool under pressure’

Goalkeeping for the Pitt women’s soccer team taught Ellie Breech the value of swift action. That same trait helped her save her father’s life.

Pitt’s cricket club captured its first regional title

With a 6-1 tournament record, plus wins over Penn State and Rutgers, the team clinched the Mid-Atlantic Championship.

A graduating Pitt doctoral student balanced motherhood, research and academics to earn her degree

Katie Mullen is ready to continue advancing stroke recovery science as an occupational therapist and, now, a Doctor of Clinical Science.

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center named 2 deputy directors

School of Medicine faculty members Kathryn Schmitz and José P. Zevallos have served in interim leadership roles since January.

This new antibody test only takes 10 minutes, no blood draw necessary

A highly selective sensor developed by Pitt researchers can quantify immune responses — but may also have implications for everything from cancer treatments to allergy detection.

2 new spaces in the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center will enhance treatment options and patient care

The Mario Lemieux Immunotherapy Center and the Pietrandrea Clinic are officially open after a Nov. 13 dedication ceremony.

Prevention at Pitt partnered with Saxbys on an awareness campaign

This November, pick up a reminder about sexual assault prevention and campus resources with your warm beverage.