News and Accolades

Rao will investigate how mitofusin-1 regulates vascular smooth muscle cell epigenetics, offering new insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying vascular remodeling.

Research led by Stephen Chan uncovers inflammatory mechanisms linking pulmonary hypertension to cognitive impairment, opening new possibilities for diagnosis and treatment.

Now in its second competitive renewal, the Cardiology Imaging T32, directed by Dr. Flordeliza Villanueva, trains physician-scientists and PhDs at the intersection of imaging and cardiovascular research, fostering dual expertise, translational discovery, and career independence.

Dueweke brings extensive clinical and operational leadership experience to the Department of Medicine’s senior leadership team.

The Division of Cardiology clinical assistant professor is one of 10 Pitt affiliates named to Pittsburgh Magazine’s 2026 list of emerging leaders.

Flordeliza Villanueva, MD, discusses her pioneering work in ultrasound-guided therapeutics, her passion for translational cardiovascular research, and her commitment to training the next generation of physician-scientists.

Steinhauser will oversee Translational Science, Therapeutics and Physiology as part of the flagship cardiovascular journal’s new editorial leadership team.

Research led by Anita Saraf, MD, PhD, identified key cellular and molecular changes driving liver disease in patients with Fontan circulation, offering new insights into diagnosis, transplant timing, and potential future therapies.

Rao was recognized for developing an open-access guide to biomedical research designed to enhance student learning and improve accessibility to course materials.

The VMI Director was recognized for his research focused on new therapeutic approaches for pulmonary hypertension

The Chief of the Division of Cardiology shares insights on restructuring cardiovascular care and addressing physician workforce shortages through training innovation.

A team-based, education-centric program led by Dr. Gavin Hickey is reshaping recognition, response, and survival in this high-risk condition.

St. Hilaire will direct a multi-institutional research center at Pitt to uncover how lipoprotein(a), inflammation, and biomechanics drive aortic stenosis to develop predictive tools and therapies to shift care beyond late-stage surgery.

Neil Kelly, MD, PhD, helps lead research uncovering a simpler way to track circadian rhythm and its link to chronic disease.

The award reflects Dr. Saba’s compassionate care and lasting impact on individuals throughout Western Pennsylvania and beyond.