Verismo Therapeutics Achieves FDA Clearance for Phase I Trial of its CAR T Therapy
Penn spinout Verismo Therapeutics has received FDA clearance for a Phase I trial of its CAR-T therapy, SynKIR-310.
iECURE Receives Three FDA Designations for its In Vivo Gene Insertion Program
iEcure, a gene-editing company spun out of Penn and co-founded by Dr. Wilson, has received three special designations from the FDA for its new treatment, ECUR-506.
New Method Created for Improving the Resolution of Routine Medical Images
This novel method improves resolution of routine low resolution clinical images, saves MR scan time, and reduces radiation dosage levels for CT scanning.
Moderna Receives FDA Approval for RSV Vaccine Based on Penn Technology
RSV is a highly contagious seasonal respiratory virus and a leading cause of lower respiratory tract infections and pneumonia.
Penn Arts and Sciences’ MindCORE Neuroimaging Facility at Pennovation Works
The machine is the centerpiece of the new Neuroimaging Facility where scientists will study the mind-brain connection in-depth.
Penn Engineering Researchers Develop New Technology that Transforms Reflective Displays
The invention consists of an array of individually addressable microscale optical resonators and arrangements of optical components which allow a beam of light to circulate more efficiently.
LNP Research from the Mitchell Lab is Highlighted in the Philadelphia Inquirer
Mike Mitchell, PhD, was interviewed recently by the Philadelphia Inquirer about his cutting-edge research in lipid nanoparticles (LNPs), which are crucial for delivering mRNA into the body's cells.
Penn Vet Announces mRNA Research Initiative for Veterinary Vaccine Science
The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (Penn Vet) has launched an mRNA Research Initiative to advance the development of veterinary mRNA-based vaccines and therapies.
Penn’s CAR-T Treatment Shrank Brain Tumors in Patients in Clinical Trial
In a new early-stage clinical trial, a Penn-invented CAR-T treatment shrank brain tumors in seven patients with glioblastoma.
ToxiSense Develops Plant-Based Alternativeto Horseshoe Crab Blood
ToxiSense is developing a plant-based alternative to test for bacterial toxins in vaccines and medical devices, which could eliminate the current need for bloodletting of horseshoe crabs.