Recognized for landmark discoveries of the molecular basis of blood disorders and using the basic science findings for therapeutic approaches, the Institute for Regenerative Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania has awarded Stuart H. Orkin, MD the third Elaine Redding Brinster Prize in Science or Medicine. He elucidated the mechanism controlling the switch from fetal to adult hemoglobin, […]
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the IRM is funding two research projects that leverage stem cell, bioengineering, and organoid expertise to answer key questions about SARS-CoV-2 and its cellular effects. These one year projects are co-sponsored by Penn’s Departments of Bioengineering and Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (PSOM) and the School of Veterinary Medicine and […]
Dear PARS students, PASH students, and other friends: We miss you! Social distancing means we can’t meet in person right now, but we don’t have to lose touch! The IRM and our partner organizations will be hosting “IRM@Home” webinars for students during our time away. These session will help you grow your networks and learn […]
The spread of COVID-19 has caused dramatic changes in a very short time. Days ago, we were going about our business while things unfolded elsewhere. Now, the pandemic has come to Philadelphia and “social distancing”—remaining out of congregate settings, avoiding mass gatherings, and maintaining distance from others—is shaping our near future. It’s stressful! On top […]
Congratulations to our six students who recently completed the IRM Summer 2015 Internship for High School Students: Kareema Dixon, Amber Headrick, Queenie Lam, Kemi Oladuja, Andrew Yaravoi and Timothy Yu.