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A New Way to Make Reprogrammed Stem Cells
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine have devised a totally new and far more efficient way of generating induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), immature cells that are able to develop into several different types of cells or tissues in the body. The researchers used fibroblast cells, which are easily obtained from skin biopsies, and could be used to generate patient-specific iPSCs for drug screening and tissue regeneration.
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50th annual Antiques Show benefits ovarian cancer research
Looking for that perfect antique piece for your home? You may be able to find it—and simultaneously help Penn Medicine fight ovarian cancer—at the Philadelphia Antiques Show.One of the longest-running antiques shows in the country, the event runs from Saturday, April 9, through Tuesday, April 12, at the Navy Yard, Philadelphia Cruise Terminal at Pier One, 5100 S. Broad St. The extravaganza features diverse period furnishings, folk and fine art pieces, ceramics, porcelain, jewelry and textiles.
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Penn visiting researcher offers insight into Royal Wedding
When all eyes turn to the United Kingdom on Friday, April 29, for the wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton at Westminster Abbey, those of us here at Penn can watch the ceremony with an informed commentary by one of our own scholars.
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Gold Medals
Two recent renovations on Penn’s campus have set a gold standard. The refurbished and expanded Music Building, located at 201 S. 34th St., part of Penn’s School of Arts and Sciences, and Joe’s Café, a new eatery in the Wharton School’s Steinberg-Dietrich Hall, at 3620 Locust Walk, were certified LEED Gold in March by the U.S. Green Building Council.
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What is that red brick wall in front of Franklin?
Dear Benny:About a year ago, a trailer was placed in front of the Franklin Building, near the southeast corner of 36th and Sansom streets, and next to the trailer a structure is being built. Right now it looks like a large wall. What is this going to be? Is it temporary or permanent? — Built to Code
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Assessing the balance of TV news from the Arab world
From the moment fruit vendor Mohamed Bouazizi set himself on fire in Tunisia, marking the beginning of the current Arab uprisings, the Al Jazeera television network has dominated news coverage of the region, reporting on the revolts from all angles, with correspondents in different locations and news crews in all the hot spots.
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‘Guns, Germs and Steel’ Author Speaking at Penn This Evening in Irvine Auditorium
WHAT: “Washed Up: The Role of Water in the Collapse of Civilizations,” a public talk at the University of Pennsylvania that will provide insight into water’s impact on society
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Opioids Now Most Prescribed Class of Medications, Penn Researcher Finds
Two reports by addiction researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and the National Institute on Drug Abuse show a drastic shift in prescribing patterns impacting the magnitude of opioid substance abuse in America. The reports, published in JAMA, recommend a comprehensive effort to reduce public health risks while improving patient care, including better training for prescribers, pain management treatment assessment, personal responsibility and public education.
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James Martin to Deliver Penn’s 2011 Baccalaureate Address
PHILADELPHIA — The Rev. James Martin, a Jesuit priest, author and culture editor of America, a national Catholic magazine, will speak at the University of Pennsylvania’s 2011 Baccalaureate ceremonies on Sunday, May 15, in Irvine Auditorium, 3401 Spruce St.Two ceremonies will be held, one at 1:30 p.m. for graduates whose last names begin with A through K and another at 3 p.m. for the L-Z graduates.
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Penn Study Sheds Light on End of Life Management of Implanted Defibrillators
Each year, more than 100,000 patients in the U.S. undergo implantation of a new implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) for heart rhythm abnormalities. This number constitutes a 20-fold increase over the last 15 years. Current medical guidelines advocate discussion of end of life care of these medical devices, including deactivation, but many patients may not understand their options.