Getting to the heart of genetic cardiovascular diseases Sharlene M. Day, presidential associate professor of cardiovascular medicine and director of Translational Research for the Penn Cardiovascular Institute. (Image: Penn Medicine News) Getting to the heart of genetic cardiovascular diseases Day, a physician-scientist and cardiologist works to unlock the mysteries of genetic heart disease, integrating translational and clinical science to understand the full spectrum of genetic heart disease evolution and progression.
Biologist Daniel Janzen illustrates how a cicada is like an oak tree Biologist Daniel Janzen illustrates how a cicada is like an oak tree Janzen, the DiMaura Professor in Biology, on why cicadas (and wildebeests, salmon, and oak trees) act the way they do.
In Zoë Ryan, a collaborative new leader for the ICA ICA Director Zoë Ryan pictured on campus in July 2021. In Zoë Ryan, a collaborative new leader for the ICA Zoë Ryan began her role as director of the Institute of Contemporary Art in November. Here, a look at Ryan’s time at the ICA so far and what’s ahead for the institution.
Alexis Borden’s perfect game Alexis Borden’s perfect game The 2015 alumna, the most decorated pitcher in Penn softball history, threw the first perfect game in school history in May of 2012.
Wharton researcher gives practical lessons for new managers Wharton researcher gives practical lessons for new managers In “Bringing Up the Boss: Practical Lessons for New Managers,” author Rachel Pacheco focuses on translating academic research, data, and real-life anecdotes to practical lessons and tools for emerging managers.
The long view on COVID-19 vaccine safety and efficacy A creative rendition of SARS-CoV-2 virus particles, not to scale. As of mid-July, the virus has sickened more than 186 million people worldwide and more than 4 million people have died from it, according to the World Health Organization. Globally, more than 3.3 billion vaccine doses have been administered. (Homepage image: NIAID) The long view on COVID-19 vaccine safety and efficacy Penn researchers weigh in on the regulatory and scientific efforts to track COVID-19 vaccines.
How data science can make Hollywood more diverse How data science can make Hollywood more diverse Wharton’s Kartik Hosanagar launched Jumpcut, a startup to help Hollywood create more inclusive content by relying on data to show industry leaders that audiences are hungry for a wider range of representation.
Digging into the government report on UFOs Digging into the government report on UFOs In a Q&A, historian of science Kate Dorsch illuminates the history behind reporting and investigating UFO sightings and contextualizes the new government report on such phenomena.
How middle managers can help make a more equitable workplace Image: RF._.studio from Pexels How middle managers can help make a more equitable workplace A new report from Wharton shows how companies can make a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace with the help of middle managers, who ultimately shape the environment and daily experiences of employees.
Vaccine conversations go door-to-door Canvasser Yuhnis Syndor, 57, speaks to Cristal LaTorre, 35, about the vaccine in West Philadelphia, PA, on May 20, 2021. (Image: Penn Medicine Service in Action) Vaccine conversations go door-to-door Canvasser with the West Philadelphia Vaccine Street Team Pilot Program go door to door to dispel misinformation and show their neighbors that vaccination is safe, by example.