Seven University of Pittsburgh faculty members will be recognized at the Heinz History Center on Nov. 7 at the Larry E. Davis Black Excellence in the Academy Award Dinner, which honors Black faculty members’ outstanding achievements, contributions, and leadership. bit.ly/3Nd5Yf6

“It was quite surprising that STING has a protective function for cells to reduce stress and damage in addition to its well-known role in inflammation,” said Dr. Jay Xiaojun Tan, assistant professor at University of Pittsburgh and UPMC Aging Institute. bit.ly/4gTJ2iA

The transcatheter aortic valve replacement procedure isn't new, but the Evolut FX+ valve is. "We were very fortunate to have her be the first person in the world to get it," said Dr. Hemal Gada, medical director, structural heart program, UPMC. bit.ly/3ZTS6Oe

"When families are worried about putting food on the table for their children, they're not thinking about their health," said Dr. Margarita Zuley, chief of breast imaging, UPMC. "We need to work with our community partners to lower those barriers." cbsn.ws/3NeFqu0

Dr. Afshin Beheshti is helping propel medicine at University of Pittsburgh out of this world as director of the McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine’s new Center for Space Biomedicine, one pillar of the Pitt Space initiative that launched in September. bit.ly/3BvGIhn

A momentous day! #Pediatric cardiac patients and their families made their mark and signed the ceremonial topping-off beam of UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh new Heart Institute. The 50,000-square foot, three-story addition is being built on the UPMC Children’s campus and will open in early 2026.

.UPMC Memorial hosted several public officials for a presentation of the Farm to Hospital Program on Oct. 9. Guests enjoyed an informative presentation by Dr. Kimberlee Mudge, who started the initiative, as well as a tour of the farm. Thank you to all who attended.

“Trauma remains a leading cause of death in people younger than 45. It is also a leading cause of preventable death,” said Dr. Jason Sperry, professor of surgery and critical care medicine University of Pittsburgh and trauma and general surgery section chief UPMC. bit.ly/4gLCRNv

"UPMC is committed to improving patient care by adhering to the latest treatment guidelines," said Patti Jackson-Gehris, president, UPMC in North Central Pa. "The goal is to ensure more people in the region can experience longer, healthier lives." bit.ly/3ZLvDmy

The first-ever AI Horizons Pittsburgh Summit at Bakery Square featured Governor Josh Shapiro and showcased how UPMC is leveraging AI to enhance health care for both patients and clinicians. bit.ly/3YBgkfl

.UPMC has expanded its doula program to Erie, now offering emotional, physical, and informational support to pregnant clients through doula support. Valerie Arkoosh (PA DHS Secretary) and Dr. Debra Bogen (PA Health Secretary) attended the announcement. bit.ly/3BWAEPk

Mary Beth L. Jenkins will become president and CEO of UPMC Health Plan, UPMC Insurance Services Division, and EVP of UPMC on Jan. 1, succeeding Diane P. Holder, who retires Dec. 31. bit.ly/48fW1Hn

"UPMC will be raising its compensation for bedside #nurses with at least a bachelor’s degree within its Pittsburgh urban-core hospitals." Check out the full story from Paul J. Gough and Pittsburgh Business Times 👇 bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/new…

Dr. Donald Yealy, UPMC’s Chief Medical Officer, spoke at a Chamber of Commerce event about the UPMC Washington and Greene merger and future hospital plans. bit.ly/3YA99E5

Making history, PittCrew was the first team to compete using implanted electrodes. Pitt’s pilot, Phillip, has two motor arrays implanted in his brain. He has quadriplegia and received the implants, along with two other people, at the Rehab Neural Engineering Labs.

Higher levels of HDL-C (good cholesterol) have been shown to correlate with increased risk for Alzheimer's disease, says a new study by Samar R. El Khoudary, PhD, MPH, professor of epidemiology, University of Pittsburgh. bit.ly/4huoXQc

"UPMC is committed to increasing access to advanced, specialized health care and treatments in Lawrence County. We are grateful that residents continue to put their trust in the expertise of UPMC," said Dave Patton, president, UPMC Horizon and Jameson. bit.ly/4f4IHYN

"Like Ronald McDonald House Charities, UPMC is committed to delivering services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing when children need health care," said Elizabeth Ritter, president, UPMC Harrisburg. bit.ly/48whcoT

The National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA) has recognized The WorkCenter at UPMC in North Central Pa. as an accredited administrator. bit.ly/4hvVW6O