Emily Wilson, professor of classical studies, is renowned for her English translations of Homer’s ancient Greek epic poems, first “The Odyssey” and now the “The Iliad.”
Who, What, Why: Andre Rosario on nursing and immigration policies
Nursing Ph.D. student Andre Rosario’s research examines how Filipino immigrant nurses in the U.S. have influenced policies related to recruiting nurses from other countries.
Michael Mitchell (left) and Emily Han (right) examine a microfluidic device used to make LNPs by mixing lipids and mRNA.
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Breaching the blood-brain barrier
A team of researchers in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences has devised a method to deliver mRNA into the brain using lipid nanoparticles, potentially advancing treatments for Alzheimer’s disease and seizures.
John Button is a second-year student in the School of Dental Medicine who is researching and raising awareness of noma.
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Who, What, Why: John Button on a neglected tropical disease
The second-year student in the School of Dental Medicine is working to raise awareness of a gangrenous infection called noma and map where cases happen.
A 1989 Penn grad, Melissa Jensen has taught literature and writing at Penn for 15 years.
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Exploring Jane Austen and Taylor Swift
In a first-year English seminar taught by Melissa Jensen in the School of Arts & Sciences, students focus on the teenaged writing by now-famous authors, musicians, and artists, including Jane Austen and Taylor Swift.
Named Penn’s interim president this past December, J. Larry Jameson addresses and thanks volunteers gathered for the MLK Day of Service at Houston Hall on Jan. 15, 2024.
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Q&A with Interim President J. Larry Jameson
Penn’s leader offers a glimpse into his background; his thoughts on academic freedom, shared governance, safety on campus; and his priorities for the semester ahead.
