By Dr. Maria Wheeler-Dubas, Science Education and Research Outreach Coordinator

A sandy bog might not be the first thing that comes to mind when we picture Thanksgiving, but without these wetlands, we’d never have that most iconic of garnishes to accompany our Thanksgiving dinners: cranberry sauce!...

By Rachael Solomon

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has issued a draft position statement for public comment on their recommendations for screening children and adolescents for overweight and obesity. Feedback from the public will be...

By Dr. Maria Wheeler-Dubas, Science Education and Research Outreach Coordinator

Have you wondered how the world looks from a jumping spider’s perspective? This Saturday is your chance to learn more about it! Phipps Conservatory is hosting Sebastian Echeverri, a third-year doctoral student from the...

By Holly Adams

This article is a part of a series called Health in Motion brought you by Let’s Move Pittsburgh. Health in Motion is intended to showcase the efforts of schools and community organizations in the Pittsburgh region who are...

By Dr. Maria Wheeler-Dubas, Science Education and Research Outreach Coordinator

In September, Mayor Peduto came to Phipps Conservatory to make the exciting announcement that the City of Pittsburgh was joining the global network of Biophilic Cities—an initiative dedicated to strengthening urban ties to...

By Karen Santelli

“I think this is the jewel of the city,” said Carmen, who works as a greeter in the Welcome Center every Thursday morning. “If I had only one place to take people, it would be Phipps. It has something for...