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Hui Chen at work in a medical laboratory.

High sensitivity tech offers a potential COVID-19 testing solution

A new diagnostic tool developed at Penn by Ping Wang uses highly sensitive and portable technology for rapid antigen testing.

Array of multiple kinds of prescription pills spilled on a surface.

Long-term use of muscle relaxants has skyrocketed since 2005

Penn Medicine researchers found the drugs were prescribed disproportionately to older adults, often concurrently with opioids, despite warnings against this dangerous combination.

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Coping with COVID stress: From pandemic brain fog to resilience

While feelings of anxiety and concern are normal during a crisis, stress can impact people in a variety of ways. Practicing mindfulness and increasing resilience can combat the physical manifestations of anxiety.

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More Side Gigs for Good during COVID-19

In the latest installment of the Side Gigs for Good series, Penn Today hears from faculty, staff, and students who have been continuing to care for their communities as the pandemic’s effects stretch on.

Chief Wellness Officer Dr. Benoit Dubé discusses hybrid plan for fall semester

A conversation with Penn’s Chief Wellness Officer about the public health implications of the plan to bring some students, faculty, and staff back to campus for the fall semester.

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A task force for higher education’s pandemic budget challenges

A policy brief from Penn GSE lays out principles to guide state policymakers through higher education’s trying summer and beyond.

To heal meniscus injuries, researchers go to the heart of a cell

Using an enzyme inhibitor in meniscus cells, a Penn team is able to soften the cells’ nucleus and promote access to previously impassible tissue.

Jelani Williams holds up a fist of solidarity while seated next to a painting of singer, actor, athlete, and political activist Paul Robeson.

Jelani Williams is seizing the moment to protest systemic racism

Penn basketball guard Jelani Williams has been going to protests, making his voice heard on campus, and promoting messages of “love and respect.”

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Q&A

Wharton School announces new AI for Business initiative

Wharton School announces new AI for Business initiative. Led by AI expert and Wharton professor Kartik Hosanagar, AI for Business will enable students, faculty, and industry partners to explore the next phase of digital transformation.

front view of Penn's new vice provost for university life

Mamta Accapadi appointed vice provost for university life at Penn

Mamta Motwani Accapadi has been named vice provost for university life, effective Aug. 17. The announcement was made today by Provost Wendell Pritchett.

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