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Marron and Yaver recognized for excellence in public health teaching and mentorship
Two faculty members at the University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health are being recognized for their outstanding contributions to teaching and student mentorship, reflecting a shared commitment to excellence across graduate and undergraduate education. Megan Marron, PhD, assistant professor of epidemiology, has received the James L. Craig Endowed Excellence in Education Award, and Miranda Yaver, PhD, assistant professor of health policy and management, has been named the recipient of the Bernard D. Goldstein Undergraduate Public Health Teaching Award.
Genome sequencing reveals hidden HAI transmission and ethical challenges in patient notification
At the 2026 SHEA Spring Conference in Chicago, new research from Pitt Public Health epidemiologist Alexander Sundermann shows how whole genome sequencing is reshaping how hospitals track infections—revealing that many may go undetected with traditional methods.
Caterina Rosano selected for national ELAM leadership program
Caterina Rosano, MD, MPH, professor of epidemiology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health, has been selected as a fellow in the 2026–2027 class of the Hedwig van Ameringen Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine Program (ELAM)—a highly competitive national program that prepares mid- to senior-level women faculty for executive leadership roles in academic health centers.