The hidden geometry of learning: Neural networks think alike Image: iStock/jossnatu The hidden geometry of learning: Neural networks think alike New research by Penn engineers illuminates the inner workings of neural networks, opening the possibility of developing hyper-efficient algorithms that could classify images in a fraction of the time.
Art Matters: Sam Maitin’s ‘Celebration’ mural Artist Sam Maitin created his "Celebration" mural specifically for this space in the Annenberg School for Communication. nocred Art Matters Art Matters: Sam Maitin’s ‘Celebration’ mural The artist known as Philadelphia’s “Mayor of the Arts” created the 17 colorful, playful pieces specifically for the Annenberg School for Communication.
Louie is Penn’s first foil national champ in 27 years Image: Penn Athletics Louie is Penn’s first foil national champ in 27 years The fourth-year fencer won the NCAA individual title on Sunday in Ohio.
‘Can Technology Spark Joy and Imagination?’ Bauermeister (left) and Patton (right) look on as Cogburn speaks at the recent lecture “Can Technology Spark Joy and Imagination?” (Image: Michael Fisher) ‘Can Technology Spark Joy and Imagination?’ In the 2024 Albert M. Greenfield Memorial lecture hosted by Penn Nursing, Desmond Upton Patton and Courtney D. Cogburn discussed how social media and AI might foster well-being.
Investing in future teachers and educational leaders (On homepage) Patty Fox, a summer 2023 literacy teacher in the Office of School and Community Engagement works with students as part of the Graduate School of Education's summer academic program at the Lea School. (Image: Joe McFetridge/courtesy of Penn GSE) Investing in future teachers and educational leaders The Empowerment Through Education Scholarship Program at Penn’s Graduate School of Education is helping to prepare and retain teachers and educational leaders.
Immigration policy and the 2024 presidential election U.S. Border Patrol agents with migrants seeking asylum, mainly from Colombia, China, and Ecuador, in a makeshift, mountainous campsite after crossing the border between Mexico and the United States on Feb. 2, 2024, near Jacumba, California. (Image: AP Photo/Gregory Bull) Immigration policy and the 2024 presidential election An April 2 symposium will bring together policy analysts, immigration scholars, and representatives of nonprofit advocacy organizations to discuss immigration policies and their impact.
What the brain reveals in nature’s subtle game of give and take Penn Integrates Knowledge professor Michael Platt holds appointments in the Department of Psychology in the School of Arts & Sciences, the Department of Neuroscience in the Perelman School of Medicine, and the Marketing Department in the Wharton School. What the brain reveals in nature’s subtle game of give and take Research led by Michael Platt uncovers the neural pathways for primate reciprocity, social support, and empathy.
Gymnastics team wins third straight GEC Championship Image: Penn Athletics Gymnastics team wins third straight GEC Championship The Quakers bested seven other schools on Saturday with a score of 196.275, their highest of the season.
Confidence in science remains high, but public questions adherence to science’s norms Image: iStock/gorodenkoff Confidence in science remains high, but public questions adherence to science’s norms Confidence in science has nonetheless declined over the past few years, since the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, as it has for most other major social institutions.
Accelerating CAR T cell therapy: Lipid nanoparticles speed up manufacturing Image: iStock/Love Employee Accelerating CAR T cell therapy: Lipid nanoparticles speed up manufacturing Penn Engineers have developed a novel method for manufacturing CAR T cells using lipid nanoparticles as delivery vehicles.