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Dr. Rory Cooper spoke at the UN about AI-powered assistive technology
The University of Pittsburgh’s Rory Cooper spoke at the United Nations as part of the AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, Switzerland on July 9. The esteemed Pitt innovator discussed how artificial intelligence is being deployed to fuel collaboration and improve the lives of people with…
Congratulations to Dr. Corina Bondi for receiving the Distinguished Alumni Service Award from Muskingum University
Sponsored by the Muskingum University Alumni Council, the program is designed to recognize and honor alumni who have distinguished themselves through their professional endeavors and exemplary service to mankind. The award coincides with the 25th anniversary of Dr. Bondi’s arrival in the U.S. as…
Join HERL's (Human Engineering Research Laboratories) Annual open house
The Human Engineering Research Laboratories are excited to announce this year's Open House date! Stop by for a tour of our spaces and to learn more about all the recent work we're up to.
When: Friday, July 25th | 1:00 - 3:30pm
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Dr. Jennifer Shen featured in Pittsburgh Tribune-Review article on UPMC's Stroke Camp
At UPMC's Stroke Camp, survivors build their skills and strut their stuff
UPMC Announces Top Doctors for 2025
Nearly 500 UPMC physicians have been recognized as 2025 "Top Doctors" across more than 60 different specialties.
These physicians are part of the Top Doctors® list, which is compiled by Castle Connolly. The Castle Connolly Top Doctor selection process is entirely merit-based and doctors…
Faculty Update – June 2025
UPMC released their list of Top Doctors for 2025We're proud to celebrate the faculty who made the list!Alan W. Chu, MDGary Galang, MD…
Washington Post article cites PM&R research on financial hardships for children with disabilities
A research article, "Health Care Cost Concerns and Hardships for Families of Children With Disabilities" published by Amy J. Houtrow, Chloe S. Shearer, Gina McKernan (and colleagues) was cited in a Washington Post article, "…
Dr. Jennifer Collinger and Dr. Robert Gaunt discuss Brain Computer Interface technology on Kidsburgh Podcast
This week on the Kidsburgh Podcast, join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Kristine Sorensen and Melissa Rayworth as they learn about incredible technology being used in the Pittsburgh area to allow people with brain injuries to control a robotic arm with their minds. Don’t miss this conversation with…
Introducing the first UPMC Adaptive Sports Conference
We are excited to invite you to the first UPMC Adaptive Sports Conference on May 17, 2025 at the UPMC Mercy Pavilion. This event will focus on medical considerations when providing coverage for adaptive sporting events, review safe transfers for adaptive athletes with an overview of commonly…
