Tag: university_of_pennsylvania
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New Book Redefines Medical Side Effects as Social Phenomena
University of Pennsylvania sociologist Jason Schnittker and Duy Do's new book argues medical side effects are shaped by social, cultural, and institutional forces, urging a deeper look to improve U.S. health outcomes and patient well-being.
HealthScience & TechnologyBusinessWorldMedical ScienceSocial IssuesEducationClimate ChangeGeneral Politics Jason SchnittkerDuy DoUniversity of PennsylvaniaSociologySide EffectsHealth OutcomesSocial Sciences
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Penn Students Explore Nuances of the American Lawn in Workshop
Penn Arts & Sciences students engaged in an interdisciplinary nonfiction writing workshop, examining the American lawn through history, biology, and urban heat data, revealing its complex and nuanced role in society.
HealthScience & TechnologyBusinessWorldEducationArtificial IntelligenceClimate ChangeMedical ScienceAsiaSocial Issues University of PennsylvaniaAmerican LawnNonfiction WritingInterdisciplinary StudyUrban HeatArts & Humanities
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Penn Innovations Span Community Film, AI, and Veterinary Health
Penn students and faculty are advancing diverse fields, from creating community-focused films in Philadelphia neighborhoods to developing AI for sound design and business, and offering crucial advice on senior cat health.
EntertainmentScience & TechnologyHealthBusinessEducationFilm and TVArtificial IntelligenceMedical ScienceSocial Issues University of PennsylvaniaFilmmakingVeterinary MedicinePhiladelphiaSmartDJCat Cognition
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Senator McCormick Praises Penn's AI-Driven RNA BioFoundry
U.S. Senator Dave McCormick toured Penn's AI-driven RNA BioFoundry, witnessing how federal investment fuels research infrastructure, student training, and regional economic growth. He expressed inspiration by the discoveries and progress at the University of Pennsylvania.
Science & TechnologyHealthBusinessPolitics and GovernmentArtificial IntelligenceMedical ScienceEducationEmployment and LaborEnergySocial Issues University of PennsylvaniaRNA BioFoundryDave McCormickFederal InvestmentScientific ResearchEconomic DevelopmentTechnology
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University of Pennsylvania Celebrates 270th Commencement for Class of 2026
Penn's Class of 2026 marked its 270th Commencement, alongside Ivy Day honors and Fulbright awards. The university also reflected on its history and discussed the future of higher education and AI.
Science & TechnologyHealthMediaEducationArtificial IntelligenceMedical ScienceSocial IssuesDigital and Print Publishing University of PennsylvaniaCommencementClass of 2026Ivy DayFulbright AwardsHigher Education
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Celebrating Penn graduates: A friends and family photo essay
Penn's Class of 2026 Commencement celebrated graduates with photo essays capturing family support and unique regalia. University researchers also advanced microplastic detection in water, addressing growing health concerns.
EducationScience & TechnologyHealthEnvironmentMedical Science University of PennsylvaniaCommencementGraduationMicroplasticsEnvironmental ResearchPublic HealthClass of 2026
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Penn Celebrates Commencement 2026 Alongside Biomaterials Research Breakthroughs
The University of Pennsylvania celebrated its 2026 Commencement with social media highlights of graduation memories and traditions. The university also showcased innovative research transforming food scraps into sustainable building materials, signaling a future in biomaterials.
Science & TechnologyMediaEducationEnvironmentComputers and InternetDigital and Print Publishing University of PennsylvaniaCommencementClass of 2026BiomaterialsResearchSustainabilityWeitzman School of Design
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Penn Explores Higher Education's Future and AI's Impact in New Forum Series
University of Pennsylvania President J. Larry Jameson launched a forum series on the past and future of higher education, emphasizing its role as a public good. The series will also explore AI's impact on discovery and learning.
BusinessScience & TechnologyMediaEducationArtificial IntelligenceSocial IssuesDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TV University of PennsylvaniaHigher EducationJ. Larry JamesonAmerica's 250th AnniversaryInnovation
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University of Pennsylvania Celebrates 270th Commencement for Class of 2026
The University of Pennsylvania honored its Class of 2026 at the 270th Commencement. President J. Larry Jameson and historian Michael Beschloss addressed 6,000 graduates, emphasizing their future impact and the importance of resilience as they embark on new journeys.
EducationMediaSocial IssuesGeneral Politics University of PennsylvaniaCommencementClass of 2026J. Larry JamesonMichael BeschlossFranklin Field
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University of Pennsylvania Celebrates Class of 2026 Commencement and Achievements
Penn marks its 270th Commencement with over 9,000 graduates, celebrates Ivy Day honorees, and recognizes 28 Fulbright scholars, highlighting academic excellence and global impact.
EducationHealthPolitics and GovernmentBusinessMedical ScienceGeneral PoliticsEconomy University of PennsylvaniaCommencementClass of 2026Fulbright AwardsIvy DayHigher EducationStudent Achievements
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Penn Celebrates Class of 2026 Commencement and Receives Landmark $20 Million Financial Aid Gift
Penn marks its 270th Commencement for over 9,000 graduates and announces a $20 million gift for middle-income student financial aid. The university also highlights student achievements, new research, and academic initiatives.
HealthBusinessScience & TechnologyWorldEducationMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceEconomySocial Issues University of PennsylvaniaCommencementFinancial AidClass of 2026ScholarshipsMedical ResearchHigher Education
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Penn Receives $20 Million Gift for Middle-Income Student Aid
Wharton alumnus Greg Mondre and his wife, Alexandra, have donated $20 million to the University of Pennsylvania, boosting financial aid for middle-income students and supporting the Quaker Commitment.
HealthBusinessScience & TechnologyEducationMedical ScienceEconomySocial Issues University of PennsylvaniaFinancial AidGreg MondreAlexandra MondreQuaker CommitmentHigher EducationPhilanthropy
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Penn Prepares for 270th Commencement, Celebrates Student and Faculty Achievements
Penn is gearing up for its 270th Commencement on May 18 at Franklin Field. The university also celebrates a Udall Scholar, new research on ethnic studies, and the 20th anniversary of Platt House.
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Penn Celebrates Class of 2026, Research Milestones, and Campus Innovations
The University of Pennsylvania highlights the Class of 2026's diverse career paths, honors Knight-Hennessy Scholars, and showcases advancements in life sciences, academic research, and cultural initiatives, reflecting a vibrant campus.
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Penn's Common Press Revives Revolutionary-Era Paper Making for America 250
Common Press at the University of Pennsylvania is demonstrating 18th-century paper-making techniques as part of the "Typography of Independence" initiative, celebrating America's 250th anniversary and offering hands-on historical education.
HealthScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEducationMedical ScienceGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesEnergy Common PressUniversity of PennsylvaniaPaper MakingRevolutionary EraAmerica 250Typography of IndependenceHistory
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Penn Innovators Recognized for Impactful Robotics, Community Health, and Tech Solutions
Penn students and faculty earn top prizes for innovative projects, including robotic tree trimming, vision care for the unhoused, and efficient computer chips. The university also funds community initiatives and recognizes scholarly achievements.
HealthScience & TechnologySocial IssuesWorldMedical ScienceRoboticsComputers and InternetEducationEconomyAsia University of PennsylvaniaPresident's Innovation PrizeCommunity ServicePhiladelphiaComputer ChipsHealthcare
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Penn Highlights Student Innovations, Rare Veterinary Success, and New Arts Grants
The University of Pennsylvania highlights recent campus achievements, including a student-led after-school program at a local shelter, a rare life-saving veterinary treatment for a lamb, and new arts innovation grants for the upcoming academic year.
HealthScience & TechnologyBusinessEntertainmentMedical ScienceEducationEnvironmentSocial IssuesMusicEconomy University of PennsylvaniaCollege EducationVeterinary MedicinePresident's Engagement PrizeSachs ProgramPhilanthropySustainable Architecture
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University of Pennsylvania Announces Student Vision Care Initiative and Diabetic Kidney Disease Breakthrough
The University of Pennsylvania highlights recent achievements, including a student-led initiative providing vision care to unhoused populations in Philadelphia and a medical breakthrough mapping a new form of diabetic kidney disease to improve future patient treatments.
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Penn University Weekly News Roundup: AI, Health, and Global Affairs
University of Pennsylvania's latest news covers AI in education, advancements in health research, and global learning experiences for students.
HealthScience & TechnologySocial IssuesEducationBusiness University of PennsylvaniaArtificial IntelligenceHealth ResearchGlobal AffairsLight-based ComputingSexual Assault AwarenessPublic Health
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University of Pennsylvania Research Highlights Diverse Innovations
Penn researchers are exploring AI for speech therapy, neural activity's role in exercise, and solar solutions for farmers, alongside advancements in cybersecurity and conservation.
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Penn Highlights: Move-In Guide, AI Workshops, and U.S.-China Relations
The University of Pennsylvania announces a move-in guide for undergraduates, AI workshops for teens, a grant for U.S.-China relations, and events for new students.
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