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This startup wants to revolutionize the future of biofabrication

Before the fall of 2012, Orkan Telhan and Karen Hogan didn’t even know each other. Fast forward six years, and the Penn duo has created budding startup Biorealize, with not one—but two—transformative products.

Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein named Perry World House Distinguished Global Leader-in-Residence

In addition to his residency at PWH, Penn’s global policy research institute, Al Hussein will also co-teach a class at the Penn Law School during the spring semester.

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New study finds holistic defense effective in reducing mass incarceration

Researchers at RAND and Penn Law School find that by adopting an innovative holistic approach to defending poor clients in criminal cases, jurisdictions can significantly reduce incarceration and save taxpayer dollars without harming public safety.

George W. Bush accepting award from Laura Bush on stage with President Gutmann clapping at the far end of the stage

Biden, Gutmann on hand to honor George W. and Laura Bush at Liberty Medal Ceremony

Penn President Amy Gutmann was on hand at the National Constitution Center’s Liberty Medal Ceremony on Sunday, Nov. 11, where President George W. Bush and former first lady Laura Bush were recognized for their commitment to veterans.

The ‘immunorevolution’ has begun

Penn Medicine experts gathered for a panel discussion about their innovative new approach to harness the body’s own immune system to fight cancer.

Alums and President Gutman pose for a photo on stage at the Gala

Homecoming celebrates alumni with galas, games, and donuts

This year marked the tenth anniversary of Homecoming featuring Arts and Culture at Penn and, like every year, featured a packed schedule of activities for decades of alumni.

Penn falls to Harvard on Homecoming

The Quakers were defeated 29-7 on Saturday at Franklin Field.

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Staying alert to the rare but real risks of acute flaccid myelitis

Sarah Hopkins, a pediatric neurologist at the Perelman School of Medicine and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, has seen an increase in cases of the paralyzing condition this year. She explains what parents and pediatricians should watch for.

Social media use increases depression and loneliness

Facebook, Snapchat, and Instagram may not be great for personal well-being. For the first time, an experimental study shows a causal link between time spent on these social media and increased depression and loneliness.

Army veteran Jesse Raines seated on a bench near a glass window.

A veteran’s story: Saluting diversity at Penn

Senior Jesse Morgan Raines is a veteran who spent eight years in the Army. Today, he volunteers with Service2School, a non-profit organization that helps veterans gain access to higher-education opportunities.

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