The 1st Pittsburgh Rust Belt Microbiome Conference

Hotel Information

A block of rooms at a discount rate have been secured at the Wyndham Pittsburgh University Center and Residence Inn Pittsburgh University/Medical Center. Reservations may be made using the following links:

Wyndham Pittsburgh University Center
100 Lytton Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Book a reservation here

Residence Inn Pittsburgh University/Medical Center
3896 Bigelow Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Book a reservation here

Childcare Information

Carnegie Mellon University is centrally located among other academic and medical institutions, offering over 8 NAEYC Accredited Child Care programs between them. Options and information regarding these child care facilities can be found in the links below: 

• Small Wonders at the UPMC
• Tender Care Learning Center
• University Child Development Center
• Carlow University Early Learning Center
• Cyert Center for Early Education
• A Child’s View
• Carnegie Mellon University Children’s School
• Bright Horizons at Southside Works 

Transportation to/from the airport

Port Authority bus:  Catch the 28X Airport Flyer at door #6 in the baggage claim area.  The bus runs at 30 minute intervals directly from the airport to the conference site and lodging options listed. $2.75 (exact change required), $2.50 with a ConnectCard (available at the airport). 

• Supershuttle: Shared van about $35 for a single passenger.
• Taxi: Takes 35+ minutes, cost about $55
• Yellow Cab: (412) 321-8100
• zTrip: (412) 777-7777
• Uber & Lyft