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    Using fMRI, new vision study finds promising model for restoring cone function (link is external)

    School of Veterinary Medicine and Perelman School of Medicine researchers identified a retinal disease to evaluate the success of gene and cell replacement therapy.

    Regenerative Ag Alliance promotes stream health through agroforestry (link is external)

    After meticulous planning, the Alliance planted an initial 250 trees at New Bolton Center with assistance from enthusiastic volunteers and students from Penn Vet and Weitzman. The project aims to…

    By the Numbers: Penn Vet’s agricultural impact (link is external)

    In addition to excellence in teaching and clinical care for companion animals, Penn Vet makes indispensable contributions to the state’s agriculture sector.

    The Endangered Species Act at 50 (link is external)

    Ahead of the anniversary, experts from four schools across the University share their thoughts on the landmark legislation.

    Three takeaways on respiratory illness in dogs (link is external)

    Deborah Silverstein of the School of Veterinary Medicine advises dog owners to stay calm but take certain precautions.

    Who, What, Why: John Donges (link is external)

    For more than two decades John Donges has worn many hats while working at Penn Vet. This year, he served as editor of the 100th issue of Bellwether, Penn Vet’s…

    Uncovering the role of skin microbiome and immune response in cutaneous leishmaniasis (link is external)

    Two new studies led by Phillip Scott of the School of Veterinary Medicine and Elizabeth Grice of the Perelman School of Medicine demonstrate how bacteria found in leishmaniasis skin lesions…

    Study shows promise for iNKT cell platform to treat cancer (link is external)

    Researchers from the School of Veterinary Medicine and Perelman School of Medicine have shown that invariant natural killer T cells from a healthy donor can persist in MHC-mismatched canines, demonstrating…

    Deans of health schools discuss climate change in their fields (link is external)

    Deans and leaders from the schools of Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Dental Medicine, Nursing, and Social Policy & Practice discussed climate and health at a Climate Week event.

    Removing the barrier surrounding solid tumors clears path for T cells (link is external)

    Penn researchers uncover a new way to target solid tumors. Using CAR T cells to remove cancer-associated fibroblasts surrounding pancreatic tumors allows T cells to infiltrate and attack the tumor…

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