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University of Pittsburgh researchers have developed a new embryo-like model derived from adult cells that replicates key features of early human development, including the generation of blood cells. Described today in Nature, the new…

 Spinal cord stimulation can elicit sensation in the missing foot and alleviate phantom limb pain in people with lower limb amputations, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine rehabilitation scientists report today.  Pressure sensors…

This month, the UPMC Schools of Nursing celebrated commencement ceremonies for the graduating classes of 2023 with 197 new nurses ready to take the next steps in their careers following their license exams. Of the 197 graduates joining…

A new study indicates that severity of amyloid deposition in the brain — not just age — may be key to determining who will benefit from new anti-amyloid therapies to delay the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. University of Pittsburgh…

Relatively short-term use of immunosuppressant medications to control an inflammatory disease was not associated with an increased risk of later developing cancer, according to new research led by scientists at the University of Pittsburgh …

While UPMC’s financial results for the first six months of 2023 reflect the ongoing challenges in the post-pandemic health care environment - including increased costs to deliver high-quality care - UPMC remains strongly positioned as one…

A program designed to ensure fairness and that people living in the most disadvantaged U.S. neighborhoods would be offered a scarce, potentially life-saving medication proved feasible in a large health system. The approach can improve…

UPMC today is announcing the appointment of Frederick M. Hargett to the position of executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective October 1. Earlier this year, Edward Karlovich announced his retirement as CFO.Hargett comes…

 To reimagine existing preclinical trials for Alzheimer’s disease, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine neuroscientists created the first non-human primate model of hereditary Alzheimer's in marmoset monkeys, outlining their approach…

Harrisburg University and UPMC on Wednesday celebrated the dedication of the new UPMC Health Sciences Tower at Harrisburg University. The building houses expanded resources for new and existing health sciences and advanced manufacturing…