Epidemiology of Brain Resilience to Aging

University of Pittsburgh eBRAIN Group

The eBRAIN research group coordinates and analyzes studies that focus on the interplay between brain integrity and function in a variety of neuroepidemiological studies. We apply brain imaging methods in population studies, study risk factors, utilize cognitive and mobility measures, characterize central & peripheral contributors to function.

Dr. Shaaban appearance on Know Brainer

Dr. Beth Shaaban joined fellow neuroscientist Dr. Jaya Viswanathan, PhD, on the biweekly podcast "Know Brainer" to discuss Neural Networking - Bridging Epidemiology and Neuroscience to Improve Health Outcomes with Dr. Beth Shaaban. Visit eBRAIN's LinkedIn page to see...

GSA’s Capitol Hill Day 2025

Postdoctoral Scholar Dr. Meredith Phillips met with members of Congress to advocate for critical funding and support for the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Phillips joined a group of 150 participants who congregated in Washington D.C. to bring awareness to...

PHRESH Approach

The Pittsburgh Courier has recently published an article shining light on the University of Pittsburgh and RAND research project called PHRESH. PHRESH (short for Pittsburgh Hill/Homewood Research on Eating, Shopping, and Health) wanted to learn how the upcoming...

PNA at Dean’s Day

Postdoctoral trainee Meredith Phillips showcased her poster presentation research at the 2025 School of Public Health Dean's Day. Dr. Phillips showcased her results surrounding midlife socioeconomic status and brain structure.

Major Milestone for Kailyn Witonsky

Congratulations to Kailyn for passing her Comprehensive Exam!

Food4Thought

The PNA Spring Social showcased many delicious dishes that contained Neuroprotective Ingredients. Click the links to read the scientific articles specific to each ingredient! Blueberries Green Tea Kale Mackerel Nuts Walnuts Olive Oil Salmon...

Dr. Winin for the Win!

Drs. Glynn and Rosano were able to discuss fatigue of women in reproductive age with Dr. Shauntelle Winchester-Sampson at the International Women's Day in Tobago! Dr. Shauntelle Winchester-Sampson, Instagram handle drwinin, is a brilliant medical doctor and women's...

Vanscoy Winter Academy’s Call to Healthy Aging

Dr. Caterina Rosano joined more than 350 alumni and friends of the University of Pittsburgh on February 13th in Naples, Florida at the 19th Annual Vanscoy Winter Academy. Dr. Rosano helped lead a panel that featured other Pitt health sciences experts including, Aging...

Joint Pain and Leisure-Time Physical Activity

Kailyn Witonsky recently published an article "Joint Pain and Leisure-Time Physical Activity: Cross-Sectional Findings From the Cardiovascular Health Study" in Volume 8 Issue 2 of the Wiley Health Science Reports. Visit...

17th Annual Human Amyloid Imaging Conference

We would like to recognize and congratulate Alex Reese and Alejandra Ramirez-Tirado for their accomplishments at the HAI 2025 Conference! Alex presented her research "The intersection of sex and neighborhood disadvantage on Alzheimer's disease pathology". Alejandra...

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