Pitt Research

It's Possible at Pitt

Learn how Pitt faculty are going from the lab to outer space to study regenerative medicine.

Explore our 2024-25 Annual Report

Research for a Better Future

Pitt Research provides strategic vision and leadership for research and scholarly activities across the University.

Our Leadership

Meet Rob A. Rutenbar, Senior Vice Chancellor for Research.

Our Offices

Pitt Research's four specialized offices help support research across the University.

Our Team

Meet our team—individuals dedicated to driving success with their skills and passion.

News

Cover page of a workshop report titled “Identifying and Removing Gaps and Barriers to Translating Research to Practice.” The report is dated March 18-19, 2026. A faint infinity-loop process diagram at the bottom illustrates stages from lab research through validation, industry collaboration, and market deployment.

New Report Tackles Gap Between Research and Real-World Impact

Why doesn't strong U.S. scientific output always translate into societal and economic impact? That's the question behind a new National Science Foundation-sponsored workshop report from Pitt.

New Joint Leadership Roles for Shelome Gooden

Gooden has been appointed associate vice chancellor for research in the humanities, arts, social sciences and related fields, effective September 1, held jointly with her new appointment as associate vice provost for faculty advancement and leadership development.

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Pitt Showcases Innovations at Pennsylvania Defense and Innovation Summit

Hosted by U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick, the summit brought together defense, government and research leaders to focus on innovation, the U.S. defense industrial base and Pennsylvania’s growing role in areas such as advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, robotics, space and critical infrastructure.

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