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New class of encrypted peptides offer hope in fight against antibiotic resistance
New class of encrypted peptides offer hope in fight against antibiotic resistance
New research by César de la Fuente finds that nearly 90% of peptides discovered exhibit significant antimicrobial properties, particularly through the disruption of bacterial membranes.
White House names Abramson Cancer Center neuro-oncologist a Cancer Moonshot Scholar
White House names Abramson Cancer Center neuro-oncologist a Cancer Moonshot Scholar
Richard E. Phillips, chief of the division of Neuro-Oncology and an assistant professor of neurology, is among 11 scholars included in this year’s cohort, who will support cancer research and innovation across the country.
The dangers of handheld cellphone use among teen drivers
The dangers of handheld cellphone use among teen drivers
A new study by researchers at Penn Nursing and the Perelman School of Medicine links newly licensed teen drivers to risky driving behaviors, and recommends teens and their parents develop strategies to avoid using cellphones while driving.
Why deaths are likely to rise from hotter weather due to climate change
Why deaths are likely to rise from hotter weather due to climate change
A new study from Penn LDI senior fellows and colleagues seeks to understand the pressing implications of climate change on mortality in the U.S.
When is the best time to catch up on vaccines?
When is the best time to catch up on vaccines?
Determining the right time to get a COVID vaccine depends on medical history, age, the timing of previous COVID vaccine doses, and when a previous case of COVID occurred.
Six Penn experts elected to National Academy of Medicine
Six Penn experts elected to National Academy of Medicine
The honor recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievement and commitment to service.
Novel mRNA vaccine prevents and treat C. difficile
Novel mRNA vaccine prevents and treat C. difficile
Penn Medicine and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia have developed the first mRNA vaccine against C. difficile to successfully ward off the bacterial infection.
What to know about the current avian influenza outbreak
What to know about the current avian influenza outbreak
Louise Moncla and Aliza Simeone of Penn Vet and Kathleen Hall Jamieson of the Annenberg Public Policy Center share helpful information for the public.
A link between nurse work environment quality and COVID-19 mortality disparities
A link between nurse work environment quality and COVID-19 mortality disparities
A new study from Penn’s School of Nursing links the quality of the nurse work environment and COVID-19 mortality rates among socially vulnerable Medicare patients.
Scratching beneath the surface of itchy skin
Scratching beneath the surface of itchy skin
Researchers from Penn Vet provide insights into how a species of worms found a way around the mammalian urge to scratch an itch.
In the News
6ABC.com
Bird flu suspected in deaths of 200 snow geese in Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley
Stephen Cole of the School of Veterinary Medicine says that indoor cats are contracting bird flu through raw pet foods of poultry origin or raw milk products.
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Self
The surgeon general calls for new warning labels on alcohol—here’s the truth about how it impacts your health
Henry Kranzler of the Perelman School of Medicine says that alcohol’s effects on the brain are observed more readily because it’s the organ of behavior.
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NPR
Tuberculosis rates plunge when families living in poverty get a monthly cash payout
Aaron Richterman of the Perelman School of Medicine says that there are large and underappreciated benefits of cash-transfer programs, such as potentially ending a tuberculosis epidemic.
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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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Newsweek
Cancer breakthrough as ‘speckles’ may reveal best treatment
A paper co-authored by PIK Professor Shelley Berger finds that patterns of “speckles” in the heart of tumor cells could help predict how patients with a common form of kidney cancer will respond to treatment options.
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