A new model for how the brain perceives unique odors A new study from the lab of Vijay Balasubramanian describes a statistical model for how the olfactory system discerns unique odors. This work provides a starting point for generating new hypotheses and conducting experiments that can help researchers better understand this complex, crucial area of the brain. A new model for how the brain perceives unique odors Using statistical physics and insights from biology, this research can help inform new hypotheses and experiments towards understanding the olfactory system, a complex and crucial pathway of the brain.
Past confronts present at ‘History Speaking’ lecture series In this age of social change and global challenge, history can offer fresh perspectives and important distinctions on current events. Past confronts present at ‘History Speaking’ lecture series Penn historians will present a series of lively discussions of historical issues that seek to better orient attendees in the current moment.
Doctoral cluster between Penn, Oxford, and Toronto targets environmental injustice Doctoral cluster between Penn, Oxford, and Toronto targets environmental injustice Through a unique partnership between Penn, the University of Oxford, and the University of Toronto, a research group aims to train future leaders in environmental humanities.
The new director of La Casa Latina creates ‘a sense of belonging' After earning a Ph.D. in Education, Krista Cortes returns to Locust Walk as the new director of La Casa Latina. The new director of La Casa Latina creates ‘a sense of belonging' As the new director of La Casa Latina, Krista Cortes brings a sense of inclusivity to welcome different people, cultures, races, and languages to the cultural resources center.
Making plays with Mia Shenk Making plays with Mia Shenk The senior on the women’s soccer team chats about what she enjoys about the game, her responsibilities as a forward, her young but talented team, how she has grown as a player, and her plans for the future.
Economist Dirk Krueger on taxing the rich Polls show that most voters across the political spectrum support higher taxes on the very wealthy. After years of talk, will these changes now be enacted? (Image: Yuri Keegstra/Flickr) Q&A Economist Dirk Krueger on taxing the rich Economist Dirk Krueger shares his thoughts on current proposals to tax the very wealthy and on what needs to be considered in the discussion.
Two Penn alumni named inaugural Samvid Scholars Haley Morin (left) and Debbie Rabinovich, both 2019 Penn graduates, have been chosen for the inaugural class of 20 Samvid Scholars, selected for their academic and leadership achievements and demonstrated drive to make positive changes in society. Two Penn alumni named inaugural Samvid Scholars Two 2019 graduates, Haley Morin and Debbie Rabinovich have been chosen for the inaugural class of 20 Samvid Scholars for their academic and leadership achievements and demonstrated drive to make positive changes in society.
Mandates likely work to increase vaccine uptake Mandates likely work to increase vaccine uptake Rather than causing a backlash, vaccination requirements will succeed at getting more people inoculated, according to research from PIK Professor Dolores Albarracín and colleagues at Penn.
Colin Powell’s legacy Colin Powell, seen here making a speech during his time as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, died this week at the age of 84. (Image: Robert D. Ward) Q&A Colin Powell’s legacy Historian Mary Frances Berry and Perry World House Visiting Fellow Alice Hunt Friend share thoughts on Powell’s impact on and off the battlefield.
Tackling the topic of decolonization The mural depicted in this photograph is “Decolonize And Chill/We Are Still Here.” It is by artist and community activist Jaque Fragua from the Pueblo of Jemez, one of the federally recognized tribes in New Mexico, as well as Ishi Glinsky and Shepard Fairey. It is art created out of an ongoing decolonizing space and project called Indian Alley, in Los Angeles. (Image: By wiredforlego, licensed under CC BY-NC 2.0) Q&A Tackling the topic of decolonization Deborah Thomas, who runs Penn’s Center for Experimental Ethnography, and Christopher Woods, director of the Penn Museum, discuss a conference on decolonization that starts today.