Scratching an itchy rash worsens inflammation by triggering pain-sensing neurons and activating mast cells, creating…
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The University of Pittsburgh, commonly known as Pitt, is a public research university located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with a rich history dating back to its founding in 1787. It is widely respected for its contributions to biomedical research, engineering, and public health, and is home to the internationally recognized University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). Pitt has played a central role in major scientific achievements, including the development of the first effective polio vaccine. Today, the university continues to drive research across a broad spectrum of disciplines, fostering innovation and collaboration in service of both local communities and global progress.
A new antibody therapy effectively protects monkeys from severe H5N1 avian flu, offering hope for…
Researchers have revolutionized cancer immunotherapy by developing a way to grow T cells in the…
A new tuberculosis vaccine that self-destructs to enhance safety has shown promising results in macaque…
Researchers have linked herpes simplex virus-1 with Alzheimer’s disease, revealing a surprising potential viral trigger…
Researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking nasal swab test for diagnosing specific asthma endotypes in children,…
New research shows the brain continues developing post-birth, with significant neuron migration in the entorhinal…
Researchers have unveiled a new photonic in-memory computing method that promises to advance optical computing…
University of Pittsburgh researchers report that deep brain stimulation (DBS) can effectively enhance motor functions…
STING, a protein known for antiviral signaling, also protects cells from stress by promoting autophagy…
Researchers created an annotated library of gene readouts from 1.3 million brain cortex cells, focusing…
Hormone Modulating Therapy in treating breast cancer reduces Alzheimer’s risk by 7%, with effectiveness varying…
Researchers have developed a portable device that utilizes blood to generate electricity for immediate medical…
Adopting new PREVENT equations could lead to a significant reduction in statin recommendations, impacting 40%…
Engineers from Pitt, Drexel, and Brookhaven have solved the “catalysis vs corrosion” mystery in electrochemical…
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have identified blood-based markers that are associated with healthy…
Atrial fibrillation (Afib), a common type of arrhythmia that is on the rise in people…
Or Shemesh, Ph.D., a neurobiologist at the University of Pittsburgh, has received a three-year, $400,000…