All Facilities

AAV Gene Therapy Core In Vivo/Vitro AgentsDr. Bing Wang
The goal of the VMI AAV core is to provide a novel platform for faculties in the VMI to win research grants and develop new molecular therapeutic technique from Bench to Bedside. We are actively working collaboratively with scientists and clinicians in the VMI and across the Department of Medicine. As a partner, the Core is open to all investigators at Pitt for grant applications Location: Oakland, BST
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Advanced Imaging Center Imaging & Microscopy Model OrganismsT. Kevin Hitchens
The Advanced Imaging Center at Pitt is a high-field magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and spectroscopy (MRS) facility allowing high-resolution in vivo rodent imaging and ex vivo imaging of specimens and tissue samples for applications in life science, biomedical and preclinical imaging research. Location: Southside, MGOWN
Equipment:
  • Bruker 9.4 T/30 cm AV3HD preclinical MRI scanner
  • Bruker 11.7 T/89 mm AV3HD microimaging system
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Animal Imaging Core Laboratory at the John G. Rangos Sr. Research Center Model Organisms Imaging & Microscopy Computing & Data AnalysisYijen Wu
The Animal Imaging Core Laboratory at the John G. Rangos Sr. Research Center provides in vivo and ex vivo multimodal imaging services (MRI, MRS, ultrasound, CT, PET, SPECT, and IVIS) and microinjection for all areas of preclinical anatomical imaging, functional imaging, and molecular imaging, from small rodents, rabbits, goats and pigs to nonhuman primates as well as non-biological samples. Location: Lawrenceville, RANCH
 Last Confirmed: 2024-08-01
Biobehavioral Oncology Facility Clinical Research Other Laboratory SupportFrank Jenkins
The Biobehavioral Oncology Facility at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center provides wet lab support for specimen processing and a wide range of assays for biobehavioral researchers lacking access to wet lab space and/or necessary expertise. Location: Shadyside, HCC
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Bioinformatics Core Facility at the John G Rangos Sr. Research Center Computing & Data Analysis OMICSDhivyaa Rajasundaram
The Bioinformatics Core Facility at the John G. Rangos Sr. Research Center provides bioinformatics as well as biostatistics services across a wide range of disease domains. The next-generation sequencing data analysis includes, but is not limited to, whole genome-, whole exome-, bulk and single cell epigenome-, bulk and single cell transcriptome, spatial transcriptome, microbiome, metabolome, proteome and lipidome data analysis. The facility specializes in T-, and B- cell repertoire data analysis, multi-omics initiatives, and multimodal analysis. Shiny dashboard and other web application development is also supported. Location: Lawrenceville, RANCH
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Biostatistics Facility, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Computing & Data Analysis Clinical ResearchJessica Harrison
The Biostatics Facility at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center provides statistical and computational methods for design, execution, analysis, and reporting of cancer-related research studies and trials including biomarker analysis and grant development. Shadyside, HCC Location: Shadyside, HCC
 Last Confirmed: 2023-08-01
Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Research Design Computing & Data AnalysisWeb form
The Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Research Design Core of Pitt's Clinical and Translational Science Institute provides consultation regarding study design, statistical analyses, power and sample size calculations and data collection for clinical and translational studies and grant applications. BERD offers consultation for collecting and managing data using the REDCap system. BERD also offers a series of workshops to provide essential elements involved in data collection, data management and creating reports for research studies. Location: Oakland, FRTWR
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Bruker Ultima 2pPlus Microscope Imaging & Microscopy Model OrganismsJonathan Duncan
CNBio Imaging Center offers cutting-edge microscopy services designed for in vivo imaging with four channels, high-speed 3D imaging, and a wide field of view, ideal for exploring complex cellular mechanisms. Beyond the microscope, the center provides comprehensive support services, including training, protocol development, hardware acquisition, and data analysis. By handling the technical and logistical aspects, CNBio enables researchers to focus entirely on their scientific discoveries without distraction. Location: Riverside, CNBIO
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Cancer Bioinformatics Services, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Computing & Data Analysis OMICSRiyue Bao or Uma Chandran
The Cancer Bioinformatics Services at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center provides bioinformatics support for translational genomics using sequencing, arrays, single cell, and other technologies. Location: Shadyside, HCC
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Cancer Genomics Facility, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center OMICSMaureen Lyons
The Cancer Genomics Facility at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center supports genomics and transcriptomics platforms including nucleic acid extraction, sample QC, next-generation library preparation and sequencing, single cell and spatial analysis. The facility specializes in paraffin-embedded tissue samples. Location: Shadyside, SHDY Location: Shadyside, SHDY
Equipment:
  • Thermo Scientific EVO 7000
  • Biospec BeadBeater
  • GE Ultrasound
  • Leica Aperio CS2
  • Agilent Bioanalyzer 2100
  • 10x Genomics CytAssist
  • Miltenyi GentleMACS octo
  • Logos Biosystems Luna-FX7
  • Covaris M220
  • Illumina MiSeq
  • ThermoFisher Nanodrop
  • Illumina NextSeq 500
  • ThermoFisher QuantStudio 3
  • ThermoFisher Qubit
  • 10x Genomics Xenium
 Last Confirmed: 2024-10-08
Cancer Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics Facility, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Other Laboratory SupportRobert Parise, PhD
The UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Cancer Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics Facility provides accessible, economical, comprehensive, and state-of-the-art bioanalytical, pharmacokinetic and pharmacology research services that support preclinical and clinical research programs focused on oncology at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center and medical institutions nationwide. Resources include HPLC-UV/fluorescence, ICP-MS, LC-MS/MS, LSC, ELISA, and in vivo rodent procedures, as well as advanced PK software suites and expertise for preclinical and clinical projects. Location: Shadyside, HCC
Equipment:
  • SCIEX 6500+ LC-MS/MS system
  • SCIEX 4500 LC-MS/MS system
  • SCIEX 4000Q LC-MS/MS system
  • SCIEX 4000 LC-MS/MS system
  • Agilent Technologies 1260 Infinity II HPLC
  • LI-COR Biosciences Odyssey CLx
  • Tecan Group Lrd. Spark
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Cell Cytometry and Sorting Core at Magee-Women's Research Institute Cell BiologyAaron Siegel
The Cell Cytometry and Sorting Core at Magee-Womens Research Institute provides the latest technology for cutting-edge flow cytometry research. The core facilities assist researchers in simultaneous, rapid examination of diverse individual cell types within a population of cells suspended in fluid. Location: Oakland, MWRI
Equipment:
  • BD Biosciences FACSAria
  • BD Biosciences Fortessa
  • Cytek Aurora
 Last Confirmed: 2024-08-01
Center for Biologic Imaging Imaging & Microscopy Cell BiologySimon Watkins
The Center for Biologic Imaging provides integrated elite level access and training on infrastructure used for research, education, technology development and collaboration in Microscopy, Biophotonics and Imaging Location: Oakland, BSTWR-S
Equipment:
  • Olympus BX52
  • Olympus Provis
  • TissueGnostics automated slide scanning microscopes
  • Nikon 90i Upright microscope
  • NIkon Bioslide
  • Olympus VS200
  • Nikon NiE upright
  • Precipoint Fritz
  • Caliber RS-G4
  • Nikon Sweptfield
  • Nikon AX
  • Olympus FV3000
  • Nikon A1RS
  • Nikon A1
  • Nikon Ti system
  • Olympus FV1000
  • Nikon A1R
  • Nikon AKR
  • Multimode Multimode microscope
  • Multimode Multimode widefield TIRF microscope
  • Nikon Ti inverted live cell system
  • Incucyte S3
  • Leica 3X STED
  • Nikon CREST
  • Nikon N-Sparc
  • Home built STORM
  • Olympus Multimode
  • Olympus SXZ12
  • Olympus SXZ-ILLD100
  • Nikon iPOL
  • Home brew Meso-Spim gen 5
  • Home brew Meso-Spim benchtop
  • JEOL 1400 FLASH
  • JEOL 1400 TEM
  • JEOL JFD-V-TP
  • Leica EM PACT2
  • Leica EM FSP
  • Cressington 108Auto
  • Cressington 108Carbon/A
  • Leica EM CPD030
  • Microtome cryostat
  • Reichert Ultracut
  • Nikon A1R
  • Reichert Ultracut
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Center for Biostatistics & Qualitative Methodology (CBQM) Computing & Data Analysis Clinical ResearchWeb form
The Center for Biostatistics and Qualitative Methodology provides cutting-edge expertise and research infrastructure across 4 key Cores: Biostatistics, Data Management & Information Systems, Qualitative Analysis, and Data Coordination. Location: Oakland, VALE
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Center for Research Computing and Data Computing & Data AnalysisFangping Mu
Center for Research Computing provides access to computing and data storage resources, training workshops on how best to use these resources, and personalized consultation on improvements to research codes and workflows. Location: Oakland, SCHEN
Equipment:
  • Intel, AMD Intel Xeon Gold 6248R (Cascade Lake), Intel Xeon Platinum 8352Y (Ice Lake), AMD EPYC 9374F (Genoa)
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Clinical and Translational Science Institute, Core Services Clinical ResearchWeb form
The Clinical and Translational Science Institute offers specialist research services, as well as funding and educational opportunities, through the following cores: Regulatory Knowledge and Support, Trial Implementation and Enrollment, Community PARTners, Pilot Funding, Biomedical Informatics, Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Research Design, Clinical Research Facilities, Implementation Lab, Innovation, Research Participation, Team Science and Workforce Development, IMPaCT Core, and Human-Centered Design. Location: Virtual
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
CMU-Pitt Brain Imaging Data Generation & Education Center Imaging & Microscopy Clinical ResearchGeneral email
The CMU-Pitt Brain Imaging Data Generation & Education Center is a research-dedicated neuroimaging facility, with a focus on advanced data analytics and basic science research. It is designed exclusively to support basic science research and the next generation of brain scientists. RRID: SCR_023356 Location: Oakland, MELLI
Equipment:
  • PST Celeritas Response Hardware
  • Current Designs Birtch Response Hardware
  • MIPM Tesla M3
  • Cambridge Research Systems BOLDFonic AudioFile
  • SR Research Ltd. Eyelink 1000 plus
  • Siemens Magnetom Prisma
  • Cambridge Research Systems BOLDScreen
  • Sensimetrics S15
  • BioPac MP150
  • Siemens 64 Channel Head Coil
  • Siemens 32 Channel Head Coil
  • Siemens 20 Channel Head Coil
  • Siemens Body Coil
  • Siemens Knee Coil
  • Flywheel Flywheel
  • Siemens Surface Coil
  • BRIDGE Mock Scanner
  • PST MoTrak
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Confocal Microscope Core at Magee-Women's Research Institute Imaging & MicroscopyJudith Yanowitz
The Confocal Microscope Core at Magee-Womens Research Institute can meet imaging needs from single plane acquisition, to Z-stacks and 3D reconstruction, and to live imaging on slides or in tissue culture dishes. Microscopes are user operated after intensive training and demonstration of proficiency. Location: Oakland, MWRI
 Last Confirmed: 2023-09-30
CRISMA Clinical Research Biospecimen Core Other Laboratory SupportKelly Urbanek or Ali Smith-Scott
CRISMA Clinical Research Biospecimen Core: The CRISMA Clinical Research and Biospecimen Core Laboratory (CRBC Lab) offers a range of biomarker/analyte quantification services utilizing various platforms – Luminex, ELLA, and ELISA. In addition, the lab can isolate and quantify DNA from whole blood samples. The CRBC Lab technicians have extensive experience supporting multiple projects from multicenter NIH-funded clinical trials to pilot studies. Location: Oakland, SCAIF
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Cryo-electron Microscopy Facility Imaging & MicroscopyJames Conway
The Cryo-electron Microscopy Facility provides access to cutting edge instrumentation for high resolution structural analysis of proteins, protein complexes, viruses, macromolecular assemblies, cellular organelles, and bacterial cells. Location: Oakland, BST3
Equipment:
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific Krios 3Gi
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific Tecnai TF20
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific Tecnai T12
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific Aquilos 2
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific Vitrobot Mk 4
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Cytometry Facility, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Cell Biology OMICSE. Michael Meyer
The Cytometry Facility at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center supports analytical cytometry and cell sorting. The facility also offers NanoString Digital Spatial Analyzer and nCounter service and support. Location: Shadyside, FORD
 Last Confirmed: 2023-09-30
Drosophila Facility Model OrganismsMichael Palladino
The Drosophila Facility specializes in producing Drosophila media and making it available to local investigators. The media is provided in trays of vials (standard wide) or bottles Location: Oakland, SCAIF
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Epidemiology Data Center, Pitt Public Health Computing & Data Analysis Clinical ResearchContact
The Epidemiology Data Center at Pitt Public Health provides a research environment in which complex health questions can be explored and answered using the combined tools of biology and statistics. EDC establishes collaborations with clinical researchers to design, conduct and analyze multicenter, randomized clinical trials and epidemiological studies. Location: Oakland, SCHEN
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Flow Cytometry Core at John G. Rangos Sr. Research Center Cell BiologyGeneral Email
The Flow Cytometry Core at John G. Rangos Sr. Research Center is a BSL2+ compliant cytometry analysis and sorting facility located at the John G. Rangos Sr. Research Center in Lawrenceville serving investigators from across the University of Pittsburgh. Location: Lawrenceville, RANCH
Equipment:
  • Becton Dickinson LSR II
  • Becton Dickinson LSR Fortessa
  • Becton Dickinson FACS Aria Ilu
  • Cytek Aurora
  • Cytek Cytek Aurora CS Full Spectrum Sorter
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Genome Editing, Transgenic & Virus Core Model Organisms In Vivo/Vitro AgentsJen Orwig
"MWRI’s Genome Editing, Transgenic, and Virus (GETV) Core Facility provides leadership, technical expertise, advice, and training for investigators both within and outside the University of Pittsburgh community. The core is comprised of three functional sections: 1) Molecular cloning (plasmid, virus, CRISPR/Cas9) 2) Viral vectors (lentivirus, adenovirus, adeno-associated virus) 3) Animal services (transgenic, knockout, cryopreservation, re-derivation, and more)" Location: Oakland, MWRI
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Genomics Analysis Core Computing & Data Analysis OMICSUma Chandran
The Genomics Analysis Core focuses on bioinformatics analysis of genomic data with emphasis on rigor and reproducibility. Professional analytical staff support all aspects of translational studies - from experimental design to data analysis to publication. Location: Shadyside, BAUM
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Gnotobiotic Animal Core Laboratory Model OrganismsGeneral email
The Gnotobiotic Animal Core Laboratory is a BSL2-compliant mouse facility providing isolators for studies requiring a controlled microbiotic environment. All husbandry and upkeep services are provided. Additional specialized support is also available. Location: Oakland, BST3
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Health Research Record Request Computing & Data AnalysisGeneral email
The Health Record Research Request (R3) is a service that provisions UPMC clinical data and authorizes UPMC data systems for research. R3 is available to University of Pittsburgh investigators and UPMC projects requiring research data. Under the Chief Research Informatics Officer (CRIO), on behalf of UPMC, staff provision data for research (in some cases as Honest Brokers) via our Research Data Warehouse, Neptune, and via other UPMC clinical data sources. The facility does not directly provide analysis services, but does enable collaborations with Department of Biomedical Informatics (DBMI) faculty and staff. Location: Remote
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Health Sciences Library System Molecular Biology Information Service Computing & Data AnalysisAnsuman Chattopadhya
The Health Sciences Library System Molecular Biology Information Service office maintains institutional licenses to a number of analytical software tools. Training workshops are offered regularly on how to use many of those packages, including those used for RNA-Seq and single-cell transcriptomics analysis. Location: Oakland, SCAIF
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Health Sciences Mass Spectrometry Core OMICSGeneral email
The Health Sciences Mass Spectrometry Core provides liquid chromatography high resolution mass spectrometry (LC-HRMS) services for metabolomics, lipidomics and proteomics. We also provide proteomics analysis using the O-link midplex platform. Expert staff provide assistance throughout the full lifespan of all projects from experimental design and sample preparation through statistical analysis and interpretation of datasets. Location: Oakland, BST3
Equipment:
  • Thermo Scientific Thermo QE HFX with Vanquish Neo
  • Thermo Scientific Thermo IDX with Vanquish Horizon
  • Thermo Scientific Thermo Exploris 240 with Vanquish Horizon
  • Thermo Scientific Thermo Eclipse with RSLCnano
  • Bruker Bruker timsTOF Pro2 with nanoElute 2
  • O-link O-link Targeted Q100
  • Sciex MS and Thermo LC Sciex 6500+ with Vanquish Horizon
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Health Sciences Sequencing Core at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh OMICSDr. Will MacDonald
The Health Sciences Sequencing Core (HSSC) at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh offers full-service next generation sequencing; including RNA/DNA extraction, library generation and sequencing on Illumina NextSeq 2 or MiSeq sequencers. Protocols are established to accept a wide range of input quantity and quality. The HSSC also specializes in spatial transcriptomics and offers full-service options for 1x Genomics Visium, VisiumHD and Xenium, and Curio Biosciences Slide Seeker (Slide-seq) Location: Lawrenceville, RANCH
Equipment:
  • 10X Genomics CytAssist
  • 10X Genomics Xenium
  • Advanced Analytical 5300 Fragment Analyzer
  • Agilent Tapestation 4150
  • Illumina MiSeq
  • Illumina Nextseq2000
  • Invitrogen Qubit 4.0
  • Invitrogen Qubit FLEX
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Health Services Research Data Center (HSRDC) Computing & Data Analysis Clinical ResearchGeneral email
The Health Sciences Research Data Center is a HIPAA compliant secure computing environment where study teams can store data and do analytics from anywhere with internet access. Teams work in a Windows virtual desktop with memory, storage, and computing power dedicated to each user. Knowledgeable facility staff can provide data management, help with regulatory documents like DUAs, maintain systems compliance, and custom application development. Location: Oakland, HIEBER
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
High Throughput Genome Center Computing & Data Analysis Cell Biology OMICSJianhua Luo, MD
The High Throughput Genome Center supports high throughput paralleled sequencing for genome, transcriptome and epigenome analyses through Illumina and Oxford nanopore platforms, and array through Affymetrix platform. In addition, the center provides collaboration on single-cell transcriptome and multi-omic sequencing. For spatial biology, we provide Cytassist and Stereo-Seq platforms for transcriptome analysis. The center also provides extensive bioinformatic analyses to investigators through collaboration. Location: Oakland, SCAIF
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
High Throughput Genomics Core OMICSWeb Form
The High Throughput Genomics Core (HTGC) for clinical and translational medicine offers Illumina genome and exome sequencing using a semiautomated CAP compliant platform. Location: Shadyside, 5560 Centre Ave.
 Last Confirmed: 2024-08-01
Histology & Micro-Imaging Core Biospecimen & Histology Imaging & MicroscopyCarlos A Castro and Gabrielle King
The Histology and Micro-Imaging Core provides high-quality, rapid-tissue processing and imaging services. The tissue-to-image approach allows investigators to request services, drop off samples, and receive interpretation, images, or image analyses of their processed samples according to their needs. Location: Oakland, MWRI
Equipment:
  • Nikon Eclipse Ni-E
  • Leica CM185OUV
  • Thermo Embedding station
  • Thermo Microtome
  • Microm Microtome
  • Leica Microtome
  • Leica Bond Max
  • Leica LMD 7000
  • Leica Coverslip CV5030
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Histology Core at John G. Rangos Sr. Research Center Biospecimen & HistologyRebecca Uhlean
The Histology Core at John G. Rangos Sr. Research Center provides high-quality individualized histological services, including tissue processing and embedding, sectioning, routine stains and novel antibody workup. Location: Lawrenceville, RANCH
Equipment:
  • Sakura Tissue Tek VIP Tissue Processor
  • Sakura Tissue Tek TEC Embedding Station
  • Leica Leica RM2235 Microtome
  • Leica Leica CM1850UV Cryostat
  • Leica Aperio CS2 Slide Scanner
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Immunologic Monitoring and Cellular Products Laboratory, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Clinical Research In Vivo/Vitro AgentsGeneral email
The Immunologic Monitoring and Cellular Products Laboratory at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center operates 12 clean rooms and focuses on IND manufacturing under cGMP/cGTP. Operations are monitored 24/7 by expert staff. The facility director specializes in and collaborates on preclinical research development involving process conceptualization, technology transfer and testing implementation on human cell-based drugs for clinical trials. Immunological monitoring services are available to support clinical trials. The facility is a FACT-, CLIA-, CAP-, and FDA-accredited laboratory. Location: Shadyside, HCC and Riverside, Riviera
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
In Vivo Imaging Facility, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center (clinical research) Imaging & Microscopy Computing & Data Analysis Clinical Research OMICSRivka Colen
The UPMC Hillman Cancer Center In Vivo Imaging Facility provides novel quantitative imaging assessments and metrics that include but not limited to standard FDA-approved clinical trial imaging assessments (such as RECIST, iRECIST, irRECIST, iiRC, RANO, Lugano, etc) to evaluate cancer therapy and more advanced AI imaging assessments using radiomics, radiogenomics, and AI-driven imaging biomarkers to enhance diagnostic, monitoring and post-therapy predictions and assessments. Location: Shadyside, SHDY
Equipment:
  • Siemens Inveon MM PET/CT Scanner
  • PerkinElmer IVIS Lumina XR
  • PerkinElmer IVIS Lumina X5
  • PerkinElmer FMT
  • S-Sharp Prospect Preclinical High Frequency Ultrasound
  • Bruker Clinscan 7T Preclinical MRI
  • Agilent Radio-HPLC
  • Abaxis CBC Machine
  • Abaxis Blood Chemistry Analizer
  • PerkinElmer Wizard 2 Gamma Counter
  • BioDex ATOMLAB 500 Dose Calibrator
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Innovative Technologies Development Core Model Organisms In Vivo/Vitro AgentsSebastien Gingras
The Innovative Technologies Development Core provides expert design and implementation of gene targeting strategies using various methods, including CRISPR-Cas9, in mice and cells. Location: Shadyside, FORD
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Luminex Core Laboratory, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Other Laboratory SupportDenise Prosser
The Luminex Core Laboratory at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center performs assays using multiplexed, bead-based immunochemistry on minimal sample volumes. Luminex technology provides a method for profiling of up to 100 different proteins, peptides, or DNA molecules in a single microtiter well. Results have strong concordance to ELISA and mass spectrometry. Thousands of commercially validated kits are available for purchase through the core laboratory. A list of these assays can be requested. Location: Shadyside, HCC
 Last Confirmed: 2023-09-30
Magee Obstetric Maternal and Infant Database and Biobank Biospecimen & Histology Clinical ResearchWeb Form
The Magee Obstetric Maternal and Infant (MOMI) Database and Biobank contains a collection of obstetric biological materials from prenatal visits through delivery along with annotated clinical information. In addition to banked specimens, assistance with prospective specimen collection can be provided. Location: Oakland, MAGEE
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Magee-Womens Hospital Clinical and Translational Research Center Biospecimen & Histology Imaging & Microscopy Clinical ResearchEmily Immel
The Magee-Womens Hospital Clinical and Translational Research Center is a dedicated outpatient facility that supports a wide range of clinical and translational research. Staffed by experienced research personnel and nurses, the unit includes spaces designed to accommodate flexible sigmoidoscopies, medication infusions, pharmacokinetic sampling, EKGs, biological specimen processing, and other research-related assessments. Location: Oakland, MAGEE
Equipment:
  • Olympus Flex Sigmoidoscope
  • GE EKG Machine
  • BD Alaris Infusion Pump
  • Tanita Body Composition Anlyzers
  • DF Vasconcellos Colposcopy
  • GE Ultrasound
  • Fischer Scientific Centrifuge
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Magnetic Resonance Research Center Imaging & Microscopy Clinical ResearchAndrew Reinberg
The Magnetic Resonance Research Center is dedicated to the development and application of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) for medical and biological research. MRRC is whole-body imaging capable with specialty in anatomical MRI imaging of brain, spine, extremities, liver, bladder as well as functional MRI to study cognitive, sensory, and motor function in the brain. Location: Oakland, PRESBY
Equipment:
  • Siemens Prisma
  • Siemens 7T
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine Histology Lab Biospecimen & HistologyJulia Hart
The McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine Histology Lab prepares and mounts tissue sections from fixed or frozen tissue. Due to health and safety requirements, human tissue must be fixed. Expert staff members support a variety of tissue staining methods and immunohistochemistry. Custom protocol development also available. Location: Riverside, BRDG2
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Metabolic Core at John G. Rangos Sr. Research Center Other Laboratory SupportClinton Van't Land
The Metabolic Core at John G. Rangos Sr. Research Center provides Instrument Services for analysis of 1) endogenous metabolic pathway intermediates or biomarkers from biological fluids, cell cultures, and tissues using liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), 2) energy metabolism (cell bioenergetics) in living cells using a Seahorse Analyzer to measure oxygen consumption rates (OCR) and/or extracellular acidification rates (ECAR), and 3) biomarkers/metabolites to quantitate pathway intermediates using HPLC with 3 detector options (ECD, UV-VIS, FLR). Location: Lawrenceville, RANCH
Equipment:
  • AB Sciex Inc. API 4000
  • Agilent Inc. Seahorse XFe96
  • Waters Corp. HPLC (Alliance Separations Module) with Electrochemical, UV-VIS (photodiode array), or Fluorescence Detector
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Microscopy and Imaging Suite  Imaging & Microscopy Cell BiologyChaowei Shang
The Microscopy and Imaging Suite offers equipment and resources for light, confocal and electron microscopy. Flow cytometer is also available, as is software for image and cytometry analysis. Wet lab space is available for independent EM sample prep. Location: Oakland, LANG
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Mouse Embryo Services Core Model OrganismsChunming Bi
The Mouse Embryo Services Core offers a full range of services of genetically modified mouse lines including sperm/embryo cryopreservation and rederivation as well as consultation on mouse colony maintenance and breeding. Location: Shadyside, FORD
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Multidisciplinary Acute Care Clinical Research Organization Biospecimen & Histology Clinical ResearchAlan Abraham
The Multidisciplinary Acute Care Clinical Research Organization provides all services needed to conduct clinical trials. Staffed by specialists in the areas of regulatory compliance, contracting, laboratory services, screening/enrolling, and trial/data management MACRO provides year-round 24/7 support for studies in critical care, emergency medicine, surgery, pediatrics, and other limited areas based on need. Location: Oakland, SCAIF
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
National Retail Data Monitoring Computing & Data AnalysisMaria Bond
The National Retail Data Monitor tracks anonymous sales of the over-the-counter medications for the sole purpose of public health disease outbreak tracking and detection. Location: Shadyside, BAUM
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Neuropathology Brain Bank Biospecimen & HistologyGeneral email
The Neuropathology Brain Bank is a biorepository specializing in the collection of brains from deceased adults with neurodegenerative diseases. A limited number of pediatric cases involving genetic disorders are included. Location: Oakland, SCAIF
 Last Confirmed: 2023-09-30
Office of Academic Computing Computing & Data AnalysisGeneral email
The Office of Academic Computing (OAC) supports research and provide technology services for the Department of Psychiatry research community. We design and build customized research applications for data collection, manage, and securely store research data, and provide end-user computing support for researchers in the department. Location: Oakland, WPIC
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Organoid Research Core (ORC) Biospecimen & Histology Cell BiologyWeb Form
The ORC provides long-term storage (-150 C) of organoids, training in organoid culture, compound screening, and consultation Location: Shadyside, FORD
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Pediatric Clinical and Translational Research Center (PCTRC) Clinical ResearchAlexis Ripper
The Pediatric Clinical And Translational Research Center (PCTRC) is a unique multidisciplinary setting that provides physicians the opportunity to investigate childhood diseases in a controlled environment on both an inpatient and outpatient basis. Location: Lawrenceville, AOB
Equipment:
  • Mac 5500 ECG
  • GE Venue Go R3 Ultrasound
  • ClearTone Fetal and Vascular Model CT250 Doppler
  • Christie VeinViewer Vision2 Vein Light
  • Seimens DCA Vantage Analyzer HbA1c
  • Paro Medics MMS-2400 TRUE ONE 2400 Calorimeter
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Pediatric Clinical Research Services Clinical ResearchElizabeth Hartigan
The Pediatric Clinical Research Services group (PCRS) provides clinical research management, budget development, experienced clinical research coordinators, and regulatory support in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. These programs assist investigators in enrolling subjects, scheduling and conducting research visits, data entry, and sponsor engagement at UPMC Magee-Women's Hospital via the Newborn Research Support Service program (NuRSERy) and at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh via the Clinical Research Support Services program (CRSS). This cooperative model provides a bridge between the two institutions and a service solution that permits ongoing engagement as study participants age. Location: Lawrenceville, CHP
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Peptide and Peptoid Synthesis Facility In Vivo/Vitro Agents Clinical ResearchKazi Islam
The Peptide and Peptoid Synthesis Core provides comprehensive services for peptide & peptoid synthesis, custom modifications, purification, and characterization to research programs at the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC. Location: Riverside CNBIO
Equipment:
  • SP Scientific SP Virtis Benchtop Pro Freeze Dryer
  • Waters corporation Waters Alliance e2695 analytical separations module
  • Waters Corporation Waters Prep HPLC 2535 Quaternary Gradient Module
  • CEM Corporation Liberty Blue HT12 Automated Microwave synthesizer
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Pitt BioRepository Database Biospecimen & HistologyPBD administrators
The Pitt BioRepository Database is a searchable database of biorepositories at the University of Pittsburgh. Principal investigator contact information is provided to facilitate collaboration.
 Last Confirmed: 2024-08-01
Pitt Biospecimen Core (PBC) Biospecimen & Histology Clinical ResearchChristina Kline
The Pitt Biospecimen Core provides human sample procurement in multiple UPMC hospitals across Pittsburgh. Standard operating procedures for procurement and processing are developed for each project in partnership with each study's principal investigator. A rigorous quality assurance program ensures SOP compliance. In addition to specimen banking and pathology consultation, research histology services by expert histology specialists are also available. Location: Shadyside - SHDY, Oakland - MAGEE & PRESB, Lawrenceville - CHP
Equipment:
  • Thermo Cryotome FE
  • Thermo Autostainer 360
  • Leica Autostainer
  • Leica Peloris II
  • Leica ST5020 and CV5030
  • Thermo slide drying oven
  • BioCare slide drying oven
  • Leica Histocore
  • Espo Slide printer
  • MVE LN2 tank
  • Leica Autostainer 480
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Pittsburgh Pepper Center  Clinical ResearchGeneral email:
The Pepper Research Network on Aging (PRNA) maintains two registries that are available for Pepper-approved researchers who are conducting aging-related research at the University of Pittsburgh. These registries include the Community Research Connection and the Platinum Senior-Living Registry based in long-term senior housing. Location: Oakland, KAU
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center Computing & Data AnalysisPhil Blood
The mission of the PIttsburgh Super Computing Center is to enable the advancement of science and research. The Center cultivates collaborative partnerships, empowers the next generation of researchers, and provides cutting-edge cyberinfrastructure. It strives to be the pioneering leader in advanced scientific computing and seeks to expand access to resources for breakthrough discoveries worldwide. Location: Oakland, 300 Craig St.
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Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Research Center Imaging & Microscopy Clinical Research In Vivo/Vitro AgentsJames Ruszkiewicz
The Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Research Center provides PET imaging for clinical research and pre-clinical studies. Radiotracer production and development are also available. Location: Oakland, PRESBY
Equipment:
  • Siemens Biograph mCT Flow PET/CT scanner
  • Siemens Eclipse HP Cyclotron (11 MeV)
  • Siemens ECAT HR + PET Scanner
  • Perkin-Elmer Typhoon FLA 7000  phosphorimager
  • LI-COR Odyssey gel reader
  • Optimized Radiochemical Applications (ORA) Neptis radiosynthesis systems
  • G.E. Healthcare TRACERLab FX MeI gas-phase [11C]methyl-iodide system
  • G.E. Healthcare FASTlab fluorine-18 incorporation platform
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Pre-clinical In Vivo Imaging Facility, Hillman Cancer Center Imaging & Microscopy Computing & Data Analysis Clinical Research Model Organisms In Vivo/Vitro AgentsJessie Nedrow
The Preclinical In Vivo Imaging Facility at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center offers MR, PET-CT, optical and ultrasound for small animals. Location: Shadyside, HCC
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Preclinical Phenotyping Core Model OrganismsGeneral email
The Preclinical Phenotyping Core provides access to and expert professional assistance in characterization of behavioral and physiological phenotypes in rodent models. Location: Oakland, BST3
Equipment:
  • Omnitech Mouse Accuscan Open Field (12 chambers), with Light/Dark inserts (6 inserts)
  • LaFayette Instruments Bussey-Saksida Touchscreen Chambers (16 chambers)
  • Striatech Optodrum (1 chamber)
  • Noldus, Omnitech Y-mazes (2 arenas) with infrared backlit video tracking, Social Approach chambers (2 arenas)
  • Mouse Specifics, Inc DigiGait (1 machine)
  • EchoMRI EchoMRI body composition analyzer (1 system)
  • Columbus Instruments Hot Plate (1 unit)
  • Ugo Basile Rotarod (1 unit)
  • BIOSEB Grip Strength Meter (1 unit)
  • Made in-house Rat Gait
  • San Diego Instruments Startle Response Chamber (4 chambers)
  • Data Sciences International (DSI) Wireless Telemetry System (12 receivers)
  • LaFayette Life Sciences Wireless Running Wheels (40 individual)
  • Panlab Multipurpose Maze Arena w/ video tracking
  • Coulbourn Instruments Rat Open Field (4 chambers)
  • IITC Hargreaves’ Test Table
  • IITC, TouchTest Von Frey Test Table & Calibrated Filaments
  • Omnitech Rat Accuscan Open Field system (8 chambers)
  • Rodent frailty assessment with core body temperature (mouse and rat)
  • Stress-induced Hyperthermia test for mice
  • Adhesive Removal fine motor task for mice
  • Ethovision Olfactory Habituation/Dishabituation task for mice
  • Stoelting Stereotaxic frame and drill
 Last Confirmed: 2024-08-01
Regional Biocontainment Laboratory Model OrganismsPaul Duprex
The Regional Biocontainment Laboratory maintains BSL2+ and BSL3 compliant laboratory space for use by investigators working with controlled pathogens. Investigator personnel must receive training and perform all laboratory operations. The facility does not provide labor support. Location: Oakland, BST3
Equipment:
  • BioRad Bioplex 200/Luminex XYP
  • Vetscan HM2
  • Vetscan VS2
  • Vetscan VSPro
  • Nikon Ti
  • Agilent TapeStation
  • 10x Genomics Chromium Xi
  • Thermo Scientific EVO 7000
  • Biospec BeadBeater
  • Sony MA900
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
School of Pharmacy Confocal Microscopy Laboratory Imaging & MicroscopyRobert Gibbs
The School of Pharmacy Confocal Microscopy Laboratory is equipped with an Olympus FV3000 confocal microscopy system with both galvo and resonant scanners ideal for high-speed time-lapse imaging of live physiological events, four detectors including 2 high-sensitivity detectors, and Tokai Hit stage top incubator for live-cell imaging. System also is equipped with cellSens software for Trusight deconvolution and TruAI analysis capabilities. Location: Oakland, SALK
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Single Cell Core Cell Biology OMICS Computing & Data AnalysisWeb Form
The Single Cell Core provides library preparation and analysis using the 1X Genomics Chromium platform. All 1X Genomics single cell applications are fully supported including gene expression, V(D)J B cell and T cell immune profiling, ATAC, Multiome (gene expression with ATAC), cell surface protein markers and FLEX (single cell processing of FFPE tissue sections and formaldehyde fixed cells and tissues). The Single Cell Core can also work with researchers to pilot other single cell technologies. Location: Oakland, BSTWR-S
Equipment:
  • 10X Genomics Chromium Controller
  • 10X Genomics Chromium iX
  • Agilent Tapestation 4150
  • ThermoFisher Qubit Flex
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Small Animal Ultrasonography Core Imaging & Microscopy Model OrganismsAnja Popey
The Small Animal Ultrasonogrphy Core provides high frequency ultrasound for non-invasive, in vivo, real-time, high-resolution imaging of tissue structure and function in small animals. Location: Oakland, BST
Equipment:
  • Fuji/Visualsonics Vevo 3100
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Small Molecule Biomarker Core Other Laboratory SupportRaymond West
The Small Biomarker Core provides accurate and sensitive quantitative analysis in biological samples, with or without sample processing, using state-of-the-art ultra performance liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (UPLC-MS/MS). In addition to well qualified assays for common targets, experienced, knowledgeable personnel can provide assay development for novel targets Location: Oakland, SALKP
Equipment:
  • Thermo Scientific Altis
  • Thermo Scientific Quantis Plus
  • Thermo Scientific Vanquish Horizon
  • Waters corporation Acquity I class
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Statistics Consulting Center Computing & Data AnalysisContact
The Statistics Consulting Center offers services to the Pitt community at no charge. A program of the Department of Statistics, the center is staffed by departmental graduate students under faculty supervision. Location: Oakland, WWPH
 Last Confirmed: 2023-09-30
The Cell Imaging Core Laboratory at John G. Rangos Sr. Research Center Imaging & Microscopy Cell BiologyKrishna Prasadan
The Cell Imaging Core Laboratory at John G. Rangos Sr. Research Center offers cell imaging by confocal microscopy, including live cell as well as laser capture microdissection and LCM. Location: Lawrenceville, RANCH
Equipment:
  • Leica Leica Stellaris confocal
  • Leica Leica SP8 confocal
  • Zeiss LSM 710 confocal
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
Tissue Culture and Histology Core Facility Biospecimen & Histology Cell BiologyKatherine Davoli
"The Tissue Culture and Histology Core Facility within the Department of Ophthalmology offers support from tissue processing to H&E staining for FFPE or fresh frozen specimens. Basic and advanced tissue culture techniques are available. The core is open to all researchers with a vision-related project regardless of department or institutional affiliation. Training is required for user-operated access to all equipment or services can be performed by facility staff." Location: Uptown, MERCY
 Last Confirmed: 2024-08-01
UCSUR, University Center for Social & Urban Research Computing & Data AnalysisWeb form
UCSUR is a university center focused on community-engaged research. We serve Pitt researchers and the region. Services for hire include: (1) Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analysis, Ellen Kinnee, ejk40@pitt.edu; (2) Regional Economic Analysis, Chris Briem, cbriem@pitt.edu; (3) Data Literacy & Accessibility such as developing dashboards, facilitating civic engagement, and transforming public data sources, Bob Gradeck, rmg44@pitt.edu; (4) Survey & Qualitative Research, Anita Zuberi, anita-zuberi@pitt.edu Location: Oakland, FORBL
 Last Confirmed: 2025-09-04
Unified Flow Cytometry Core Cell BiologyDewayne Falkner
The Unified Flow Cytometry Core provides extensive flow cytometry and cell sorting services with instruments in BST and at the Assembly. Instrument capabilities include traditional, spectral and imaging flow analysis as well as chip cytometry and cell sorting. Location: Oakland, BST & Shadyside, FORD
Equipment:
  • Cytek Biosciences ImageStream
  • Thermo-Fisher Attune
  • BD Biosciences FACSAria
  • BD Biosciences Fortessa
  • Cytek Aurora
  • Cytek Biosciences Aurora CS
  • Bruker ZellScanner ONE
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
UPMC Montefiore University Hospital Clinical and Translational Research Center Clinical ResearchJill Huwe
The UPMC Montefiore University Hospital Clincal and Translational Research Centerprovides state-of-the-art infrastructure, inpatient and outpatient facilities, specialized equipment, and experienced staff to support clinical and translational research. Administrative staff maintain rigorous oversight of all studies and assist investigators with every aspect of research from study design and budget development through implementation. Location: Oakland, MUH
Equipment:
  • Atcor SphygmoCor XCEL Pulse Wave Machine and software
  • Itamar EndoPAT machine and software
  • Quipu Edge detection software for Ultrasound scans
  • GE LOGIQ S8 Ultrasound
  • GE Medical 12 Lead EKG MAC 5500
  • Hokanson MD6 Doppler
 Last Confirmed: 2024-08-01
Women’s Health Practice-Based Research Network  Clinical ResearchKristen Kamp 
The Women’s Health Practice-Based Research Network (WHPBRN) promotes collaboration between practitioners and clinical investigators to improve women’s health. Location: Oakland, MWRI
 Last Confirmed: 2025-07-15
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