The device Pitt researchers helped create is poised to push the detection of concussions forward immeasurably — and be available in some hospitals and urgent care centers as early as the summer.
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April 18, 2024
Pitt researchers again lead the way toward cutting-edge concussion diagnosis with bedside blood test
April 17, 2024
Pitt-Bradford offers an affordable option for Pennsylvanians seeking a college degree, with robust financial aid packages and new grants to support students pursuing degrees in high-demand fields like engineering technology.
April 10, 2024
The University shines in the latest U.S. News & World Report 2024 Best Graduate Schools rankings. They reflect Pitt's commitment to scientific discovery and clinical innovation, preparing future leaders in healthcare for the commonwealth and beyond.
April 9, 2024
And that's not all. Pitt's schools across various disciplines earn remarkable rankings, showcasing excellence in education and research
April 9, 2024
Pitt installed its 19th chancellor, Joan Gabel, at Carnegie Music Hall during Faculty Honors Convocation, an annual event recognizing faculty members’ honors and achievements.
April 8, 2024
The National Science Foundation has named its 2024 class of Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) scholars, and several Pitt students are among the honorees. The GRFP is a prestigious program that supports outstanding graduate students pursuing research-based master’s and doctoral degrees.
April 8, 2024
Register now for the Brookings Institution’s bipartisan “Election ’24: Issues at Stake” event on April 24. Held in partnership with Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh, the program will explore how investments in advanced industries like semiconductors and biomanufacturing can create economic opportunities for workers and communities. Don’t miss this chance to engage with government officials, thought leaders, and experts as we discuss the future of industry in southwestern Pennsylvania and beyond.
April 1, 2024
In response to growing cyber threats, Pitt has been awarded $2.2 million from the U.S. Department of Energy to establish the Cyber Energy Center, which aims to enhance cybersecurity for the region's energy system and beyond. This collaborative effort integrates interdisciplinary expertise from various Pitt schools and engages industry partners to address cybersecurity challenges, offer workforce development programs, and advance research in cybersecurity technologies and practices.
April 1, 2024
Graduate students are set to lead two teams in the highly selective 2024 Rice Business Plan Competition, a prestigious event renowned for its substantial prizes. One team has developed a surgical instrument streamlining operating room procedures, while the other focuses on advancing energy storage to mitigate carbon emissions.
March 22, 2024
Pitt-Johnstown introduced two new scholarship opportunities for Greater Johnstown High School graduates, aiming to invest in the community's future. The Robert M. Smith Scholarship Fund offers 10 full tuition-paid scholarships annually, while an additional $4,000 scholarship is available for a Greater Johnstown graduate pursuing a four-year degree.
March 22, 2024
The Education and Training Hub at Pitt-Titusville has been rebranded as the Education and Training Center, showcasing a new name, logo, and signage to mark its transformative initiatives, including facility renovations and expanded program offerings to meet regional workforce needs. This unique partnership model, involving a university, community college, and technical schools, is positioned to provide affordable and accessible career-focused programs, addressing employer demands and community development goals, as local leaders and stakeholders highlighted.
March 20, 2024
Chancellor Gabel was recognized for her leadership in elevating the Plan for Pitt 2028, the University’s developing strategic plan. The publication noted Evan Facher’s leadership efforts within Pitt’s Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, which works to inspire and enable Pitt innovators to bring their ideas and discoveries to life through commercialization.
March 16, 2024
In Pennsylvania, where 48 out of 67 counties are rural, Pitt is intensifying efforts to reach rural students, including hiring dedicated recruiters for rural areas and expanding outreach programs and scholarships. With a recent federal grant to boost rural enrollment and enhance student success resources, Pitt is prioritizing reaching rural students.
March 15, 2024
Medical student Rachel Kann joyfully learned she would continue her medical journey in Pittsburgh. She matched with UPMC Presbyterian for the next seven years in their general surgery program. Match Day celebrations at the University of Pittsburgh marked a significant milestone for Kann and 148 other medical students, who discovered where they would spend the next phase of their careers in residency programs.
March 15, 2024
As the clock struck noon at the Petersen Events Center, cheers erupted in anticipation, followed by tears of joy and hugs as over 120 University of Pittsburgh medical students learned where they would train for residency upon graduation. Joined by their families and friends, the students celebrated the culmination of years of hard work, marking Match Day as one of their most memorable medical career moments.