Don’t miss these 5 things in Pitt’s new Jonas Salk exhibit

An iron lung, an award from Disneyland and an iconic desk are among the objects on display from the polio pioneer’s archives.

Students took a leading role in creating Pitt’s new Jonas Salk exhibit

Museum studies and public health students helped choose, clean and display the objects that make up the new exhibit in the School of Public Health building.

Pitt graduate programs retain high U.S. News and World Report rankings

Programs in public health, education, engineering and more saw jumps in the 2024 rankings.

Here are the winners of the 2023 Health Disparities and Social Justice Poster Competition

Researchers from across Pitt’s schools of the health sciences presented on mental health, occupational therapy, stroke treatment and more.

Christine McClure was named among Pittsburgh Ladies Who Lead

The senior research scientist in Pitt’s School of Public Health is one of four the local Professional Women’s Network will celebrate.

Celebrate excellence in doctoral mentoring on March 29

Four faculty members from across Pitt will be recognized for supporting students pursuing PhDs and doctoral research degrees.

Christine McClure was named a Multiplying Good Pittsburgh ChangeMaker

As part of the group’s spring 2023 class, the senior research scientist in Pitt’s School of Public Health will raise money for a youth service program.

The benefits of alcohol have been exaggerated, says this Pitt professor

Although many cut down on their consumption for Dry January, popular beliefs about the positives of drinking prevail. Christina Mair explains that the research isn't so clear.

How the pandemic inspired this Pitt student to pursue a career in public health

For Larisa Garza Chapa, a graduate degree is the first step to making meaningful changes in health equity.

4 ways climate change and population growth combine to threaten public health

As the world’s population approaches 8 billion people, reducing global health risks will require combating climate change, says Pitt Public Health Dean Maureen Lichtveld.