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New Research Aims to Help Patients with Disorders of Consciousness Communicate
Ricardo Iriart smiles when he talks about his wife, Ángeles. They met in college, and he was immediately drawn to her striking beauty. “It took… Read more
New Molecular Tool Sheds Light on How Cancer Cells Repair Telomeres
Each time a cell divides, a small section of each chromosome’s protective cap — the telomere — is worn away. Most cells use an enzyme… Read more
UPMC’s Stroke Camp Offers Survivors and Caregivers an Unforgettable Experience
The first time Tammie Miller attended UPMC’s Retreat & Refresh Stroke Camp in 2022, she looked around and thought she didn’t belong. Despite suffering a… Read more
Pitt Study Evaluates Effectiveness of the Sport Concussion Office Assessment Tool
A new study by University of Pittsburgh researchers suggests that many components of the new Sport Concussion Office Assessment Tool 6 (SCOAT6), recommended by the… Read more