1/23
Meredith Mann
meredith.mann@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Medicine
Science behind genetic testing for identifying risk of opioid misuse remains unproven
Science behind genetic testing for identifying risk of opioid misuse remains unproven
A new report from researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine and Crescenz VA Medical Center has evaluated a genetic test for opioid use disorder that recently received pre-marketing approval by the FDA, finding that the genes comprising it do not accurately identify individuals likely to develop the disorder.
Penn Center for Innovation celebrates 10 years
Penn Center for Innovation celebrates 10 years
The University’s nexus for technology transfer supports researchers in their innovative efforts, from CAR T to mRNA advancements that have dramatically reshaped the world.
Developing a tiny anticancer weapon
Developing a tiny anticancer weapon
Penn Medicine researchers have developed tumor-homing nanosized particles that trigger cancer cell self-destruction in preclinical tests.
Discovery links cellular structures to kidney cancer treatment outcomes
Discovery links cellular structures to kidney cancer treatment outcomes
New research from Penn Medicine finds patterns in cells of tumors may guide personalized therapies for clear cell renal cell carcinoma.
How fungi make a key medicinal molecule
How fungi make a key medicinal molecule
New research from Penn Medicine has uncovered the catalyst that creates a compound in fungi whose derivatives are applied to treatments for cancer and inflammation.
New tool puts reproductive risk for BRCA carriers into perspective
New tool puts reproductive risk for BRCA carriers into perspective
A team at Penn Medicine has created a resource to help inform reproductive counseling for cancer gene mutation carriers.
Your brain on beauty
Your brain on beauty
At the Penn Center for Neuroaesthetics, researchers explore what exactly the brain is doing when it experiences art, and what artists are doing when they create art out of their experiences.
A look back at 2024 through Penn Today stories
A look back at 2024 through Penn Today stories
Revisit some of the stories that highlighted the events, breakthroughs, people, and research across the University this year.
Brain tumor organoids accurately model patient response to CAR T cell therapy
Brain tumor organoids accurately model patient response to CAR T cell therapy
Lab-grown tumors respond to cell therapy the same as tumors in the patients’ brains, according to researchers at Penn Medicine.
How a well-being coach is helping health care workers battle burnout
How a well-being coach is helping health care workers battle burnout
In an effort to combat work-related stress among health care workers, a new well-being coach on hand to help staff unload some of their mental burdens and de-stress at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health.
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Time
Scientists are racing to develop a new bird flu vaccine
Drew Weissman and Scott Hensley of the Perelman School of Medicine are testing a vaccine to prevent a strain of H5N1 bird flu in chickens and cattle.
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The New York Times
Is protein powder a scam?
Colleen Tewksbury of the School of Nursing and Perelman School of Medicine says that the vast majority of people in the U.S. already get enough protein from the foods they eat and don’t need to take it in supplement form.
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Today
I’m an orthopedist. Seven things I never do to keep my muscle and bones healthy
Samir Mehta of the Perelman School of Medicine says that older adults playing sports need to understand who their competition is and make sure they’re playing with people who are at the appropriate level.
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Runner’s World
These 10 expert-backed tips will help boost your running recovery
John Vasudevan of the Perelman School of Medicine offers tips to boost recovery from a running workout, such as making sure the breathing rate is increased enough to be properly warmed up.
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WHYY (Philadelphia)
Penn Medicine partners with Mark Cuban’s pharmacy company to source generic medications for retail locations
Penn Medicine is partnering with investor Mark Cuban to streamline the availability of generic prescription drugs for its network of pharmacy locations, with remarks from Nishaminy Kasbekar.
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Fox 29 (Philadelphia)
Penn Med student gets invaluable experience with Eagles thanks to an NFL physicians program
Bryson Houston, a student at the Perelman School of Medicine, worked with the Philadelphia Eagles through a partnership with an NFL physicians program.
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