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Claire Werner is an Assistant Professor and Director of Sustainability at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. She holds a PhD in Anatomy from Penn State College of Medicine and dual BAs in Anthropology and Sociology from the University of Pittsburgh. Her research focuses on spinal cord injury-induced neural remodeling and muscarinic receptor changes in the enteric nervous system, recognized at the National Neurotrauma Society Conference (2022) and awarded in 2021. She teaches anatomy, histology, and neuroanatomy to dental students, emphasizing innovative pedagogy. As Director of Sustainability, she collaborates with the University of Pittsburgh Office of Sustainability in the Health Sciences to integrate sustainable practices across the school.
- Education:
- PhD in Anatomy, Penn State College of Medicine (2023)
- BA Anthropology & BA Sociology, University of Pittsburgh
Her research interests span neurotrauma mechanisms, anatomical education, and healthcare sustainability. Beyond academia, she served as adjunct faculty in Biological Sciences at Messiah University and clinical teaching professional at Duquesne University’s Physical Therapy Department.
Awards:
- National Neurotrauma Society Women in Neurotrauma Research Award (2021)
Roles & Initiatives:
- Director of Sustainability (2024–present)
- Leadership in pedagogical innovation and sustainability integration
