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Middle-aged individuals may be in a perpetual state of H3N2 flu susceptibility
Individuals’ immunological imprint from early childhood infection likely lessens the virus’ severity, but does not prevent infection.
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Research Recovery Program supports scholars impacted by the pandemic
A new funding mechanism offers grants designed to help researchers mitigate unexpected costs and provides opportunities for scholars to delve into new areas of study.
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Rebranding the NFL: How the league shifted its message on racial justice
The new football season brings a change in how NFL management is responding to Black Lives Matter and protests on and off the field for racial justice.
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Merging big data and marine biology
Junior Ashna Sethi found an opportunity to delve into one of her passions this summer with paleobiologist Lauren Sallan’s lab in the School of Arts & Sciences.
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Amid pandemic and protests, civics survey finds Americans know more of their rights
The 2020 Annenberg Constitution Day Civics Survey reveals Americans have a greater awareness of government and individuals’ rights, a byproduct of highly charged political times.
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Can Galápagos businesses be eco-friendly and profitable at once?
In an effort to try for this, a group of Penn undergrads led by doctoral student Jesse Hamilton partnered with five small enterprises on the islands. Even amidst a global pandemic and local civil unrest, the pilot was a success.
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Finding faith and fellowship in recovery
True Light Recovery helps women who have survived sexual exploitation, abuse, or addiction, by providing them with a safe place to pursue sobriety and a healthy, holistic lifestyle.
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The striking shift in climate politics in a post-Sandy New York City
Analysis of conversations with 75 disaster responders, social activists, and others revealed that immediately following the superstorm, the city moved away from cutting greenhouse gas emissions and toward adaptation.
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Criminal Defense Clinic students protect the rights of the accused
Penn Law’s Criminal Defense Clinic, taught by experienced practicing attorneys at the Defender Association of Philadelphia gives students the opportunity to represent clients who have no legal resources.
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Antonia M. Villarruel reappointed dean of the Penn School of Nursing
The announcement was made today, and marks a continuation of Penn Nursing’s ranking as the top nursing school in the world since 2017. Villarruel’s strategic plan has brought progress throughout the entire Penn Nursing community.