Something as simple as a pair of shoes can be life-changing in underserved communities. The World Shoe Fund has long known this, building its mission around the powerful link between footwear, health, and opportunity. Now, with help from the StepUp Project Team, that mission is entering the digital age through an engaging educational game that blends fun with lasting impact.

Discover how researchers at Hot Metal Campus at Pitt’s Occupational Therapy Department are pioneering advancements in social participation interventions for individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI).

A recent study analyzed how age, sex, and ancestry create variations in children’s facial shape, highlighting the necessity of inclusivity in respirator design.

A recent focus group study published on Nursing Outlook examines the unique return-to-work experiences and challenges nurses face post cancer diagnosis.

A recent study from UPitt’s Department of Physical Therapy and Division of Geriatric Medicine investigated the predictors of gait speed improvement among 236 participants aged 65 and older.

In a recent publication in npj Biological Timing and Sleep, Zhu and collaborators at the University of Pittsburgh sought to answer the question: do humans have the same ultradian rhythm as mice?

In a recent paper published in Hepatology by the American Association for the Study of Liver Disease, researchers have created a new human cell model to study a genetic mutation (TM6SF2-E167K) that can lead to liver disease.

Bridgeside Labs has recently published two studies that shed light on better care approaches for individuals with dementia and children with developmental disabilities. These studies highlight the importance of targeted, non-pharmacological interventions and the role of family involvement in therapeutic processes.

A recent scoping review published on the Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Journal aimed to summarize the evidence regarding disparities in post-acute rehabilitation following total hip arthroplasty (THA) and knee arthroplasty (TKA) across various sociodemographic factors including sex, race, ethnicity, geography, and socioeconomic status.

Bridgeside Labs is proud to announce the release of two publications showcasing significant advancements in genetic and cognitive research. These studies delve into the genetic architecture of facial shape and the adaptive strategies in language processing among individuals with aphasia.

Noveome Biotherapeutics Inc., a clinical-stage company based in the Bridgeside research community near the Southside Works, is making significant strides in the treatment of Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC).