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Beth and Jeff Gusenoff developed two products to make foot surgery faster and recovery more comfortable. A salad spinner inspired one of them.
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.
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.
What you need to know about COVID-19 boosters
Pitt’s COVID-19 Medical Response Office answers your most frequently asked questions.
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.
Mission of Mercy dental clinic brought smiles to hundreds in the Pittsburgh region
Pitt Dental Medicine helped provide free care, from cleanings to root canals, for those who needed it most.
It takes a village to keep trees healthy
Aurora Sharrard, Pitt’s director of sustainability, explains why you might see arborists on the Pittsburgh campus — and why our trees require regular care.
Pandemic shutdowns had some mental health benefits for teen girls
A new Pitt study shows how girls spent their pandemic free time — and drives home the everyday stress of being a 21st century teen.
A little-studied brain circuit could have big effects on learning
New research led by a Pitt undergrad and psychology’s Jamie Hanson could inform interventions to help children who experience high levels of stress.
Pitt teams tapped to develop 'Google Maps' of cells important in aging
The National Institutes of Health has given two Pitt projects $31 million to create a molecular atlas that could help researchers understand age-related diseases as diverse as cancer and dementia.
Relationship Violence Awareness Month offers ways to support survivors
Speak with advocates, break through the bystander effect, and talk about healthy relationships.
Brian Galla wants to help your teen kick their Instagram habit
Appealing to their sense of rebellion might be the key to helping teens cut back on social media use, the Pitt psychologist's research shows.
COVID-19 testing: what staff and faculty need to know
We answer FAQs for employees, including who needs to take tests, how you get them and what you should do if you’re symptomatic.
They're trying to detect the next pandemic
Seema Lakdawala’s lab is part of a new multi-institutional partnership that will assess the pandemic potential of new viruses.
What you need to know about HVAC on campus
Indoor air quality matters now more than ever. Here’s how the Office of Facilities Management is keeping the air safe in Pitt buildings.
7 takeaways from the student town hall
Students: Got questions about in-person classes, COVID-19 testing or quarantine? We’ve got answers.
Alum wants no hero left behind
To honor a fallen friend from ROTC, Nick Liermann (CGS ’00) launched an organization to give service dogs to injured veterans. An upcoming cycling marathon will raise funds for the group.
Lecture to focus on disability policy beyond the pandemic
A Sept. 13 virtual lecture by Sen. Bob Casey will address the pandemic’s impact on people with disabilities and the need to bolster home- and community-based services.
Ready for the start of the fall term
The Environmental Health and Safety and Facilities Management teams are keeping Pitt’s air, water and facilities clean in preparation for the community’s return to campus buildings.
School of Medicine welcomes newest class
The Class of 2025 continued last year’s pandemic-inspired tradition of writing their own oath professionalism.
