Understanding GLP-1 signaling: A path to better therapies Image: seb_ra via Getty Images Understanding GLP-1 signaling: A path to better therapies A collaborative study led by an interdisciplinary team of researchers from Penn’s School of Nursing and Perelman School of Medicine found that a novel GLP-1 drug shows promise for reducing nausea and vomiting while maintaining blood sugar. 2 min. read
Could ‘cyborg’ transplants replace pancreatic tissue damaged by diabetes? The researchers grew pancreatic tissue (above) so it incorporated a mesh-like electronic network (red). Cells within the tissue produce insulin (green), the blood-sugar-lowering hormone lost in type 1 diabetes.(Image: Courtesy of Penn Medicine) Could ‘cyborg’ transplants replace pancreatic tissue damaged by diabetes? A new electronic implant system developed by Penn Medicine researchers prompts lab-grown pancreatic cells to mature, and suggests a new way to treat diabetes. 2 min. read
How hospitals can reverse nursing workforce losses How hospitals can reverse nursing workforce losses New research from Penn Nursing finds that most registered nurses who recently left hospital employment are motivated to return to health care work, and safe nurse staffing levels is the top factor that would bring them back. 2 min. read
Advancing veterinary medicine through interdisciplinary research nocred Advancing veterinary medicine through interdisciplinary research Amanda Watkins applies her clinical skills as a veterinarian to research new ways to fight biofilm infections as the first graduate of the Penn Veterinary Scientist Training Program. 3 min. read
Shaping the future of large animal medicine Shaping the future of large animal medicine Liz Arbittier trains the next generation of large animal veterinarians who work to protect the food supply and safeguard against zoonotic diseases.
A 24/7 virtual care service means freedom from on-call hours Aileen John is a regional medical director for Penn Medicine Primary Care.(Image: Courtesy of Penn Medicine News) A 24/7 virtual care service means freedom from on-call hours A new initiative, Penn Medicine OnDemand, frees Penn primary care doctors from most on-call duties after work hours, while patients still have 24-hour access to virtual care. 2 min. read
Where peak performance meets progressive disease Hansell Stedman is a professor of surgery at the Perelman School of Medicine.(Image: Margo Reed) Where peak performance meets progressive disease Hansell Stedman and his team draw on personal experience at the extremes of muscle function—world-class athleticism and muscular dystrophy—as they strive to develop a safer gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. 2 min. read
Methadone treatment for opioid use rising, but better access needed to reach more Image: Digicomphoto/Science Photo Library via Getty Images Methadone treatment for opioid use rising, but better access needed to reach more Researchers at Penn Medicine find that treatment numbers rose during the 2010s as the opioid crisis became prominent, including increases in buprenorphine, an easier-to-access medication. 2 min. read
Distinct frontal brain signal tied to compulsive behaviors in people with OCD Image: jiefeng jiang via iStock Distinct frontal brain signal tied to compulsive behaviors in people with OCD A new Penn Medicine study shows targeted brain stimulation can significantly reduce symptoms of compulsive behaviors. 2 min. read
Safe driving habits boosted by insurance plans that reward safe driving Image: wmaster890 via Getty Images Safe driving habits boosted by insurance plans that reward safe driving Popular insurance programs offering discounts for driving safely can reduce risky behaviors like speeding and hard braking, Penn Medicine researchers show. 2 min. read