How evasive and transmissible is the newest omicron offshoot, BA.2.86, that causes COVID-19? 4 questions answered
The Conversation asked infectious diseases and microbiology Chair Suresh Kuchipudi to explain what researchers know about BA.2.86’s ability to dodge immune protection and whether it causes more severe infection than its predecessors.
Pitt study points to new opportunities for HIV treatment
"It seems that animals with SIV who don't progress (to AIDS) have better inflammation control," said Cristian Apetrei.
Pitt’s Center for Vaccine Research is already preparing for the next pandemic
Amy Hartman, studies a group of mosquito-borne viruses called bunyaviruses. One line of her research is working to understand on a molecular level how the Rift Valley fever virus can infect animals as diverse as mosquitoes, cows and humans.
Microbiome could be key in preventing HIV progression
“It was a previous study with disappointing results that put us on the path to this latest discovery,” said lead author Cristian Apetrei.
When Fate Calls
“Life is what happens to you when you’re busy making other plans.” – John Lennon, Beautiful Boy, 1980
Pitt alumna, Janet Stout, PhD, (IDM ’81, ’92) loves telling the story about how a simple telephone slip-up serendipitously brought her to the School of Public Health and a full-circle moment years later.
Interviews with outstanding authors
Dr. Ha believes it is crucial to remain informed about the latest developments in one’s field of study.
U.S. animal industries pose disease risks to people, report says
The risk of disease transmission is not really confined to a particular geography or cultural practice,” said Suresh Kuchipudi.
Pitt honors longtime staff employees at ceremony
30 Pitt Public Health staff with long tenures at the University were honored during the Chancellor's Annual Staff Recognition Ceremony.
Project Silk offers a safe space for young LGBTQ+ people of color
Project Silk started in 2012 as a focus group by the Pitt Public Health as a way for the community to talk about HIV, particularly in young, queer people of color.
Meet Suresh Kuchipudi
New IDM Chair Arrives July 1
In the waning days of 2019, a novel pathogen called SARS-CoV-2 most likely crossed species from animals to humans and delivered a 21st century reminder—needed or not—that the war between man and microbes is not over.
Student accolades and honors
The School of Public Health recognizes awards and achievements made by students during the spring semester.
Faculty accolades and honors
The School of Public Health celebrates honors and achievements made by faculty members during the spring semester.
Alum shares her voice
Pitt Public Health alum Venise White 'walks the talk'
CDC report: Tick-borne illness babesiosis on rise in Northeast
Assistant professor Danielle Tufts said more attention needs to be paid to testing for babesiosis when people seek treatment for a tick bite.
Pitt Public Health career spotlight
Alumnus finds passion in detecting, preventing infection outbreaks
Within months of Alexander Sundermann’s MPH graduation (IDM ‘14, '22), the new UPMC infection preventionist and his colleagues were faced with a spate of severe fungal infections—some fatal—among transplant patients. The outbreak was traced to a Clearfield County commercial laundry service, where hospital linens were determined to have been contaminated by molds.