Mar 23, 2021
New research by a team of Penn State scientists – including Penn State College of Medicine professor Kristin Eckert – shows that the elevated mutation rate in sequences of DNA that can fold into shapes other than the classic double helix plays a major role in determining regional variation in mutation rates across the genome.
The human body is made up of trillions of cells that divide throughout a person’s lifetime. Each time a cell divides, its genetic material is copied and reproduced so the […]
Researchers from Penn State College of Medicine are participating in a study that will evaluate whether a blood test can be used to determine if a person has endometriosis.
Zinc oxide topical ointment – commonly used to treat conditions like diaper rash or eczema – may be the best way to provide relief from irritation caused by wearing facemasks, according to researchers from the Department of Dermatology.
A research team from Penn State Cancer Institute and the Department of Surgery at Penn State College of Medicine led by surgical resident Dr. Elizabeth Olecki determined that final pathology results after surgical resection may be influencing providers when they counsel patients on further pancreatic cancer treatment.
Mar 22, 2021
A new resource from Penn State Clinical and Translational Science Institute equips teams with scientifically validated approaches to tackle common problems.
Mar 19, 2021
Seven Penn State College of Medicine MD/PhD Medical Scientist Training Program students graduating this year received their residency destinations as part of Match Day 2021.
Mar 17, 2021
Penn State hosted more than 400 attendees from 90 institutions at the 2021 SciVal and Pure North American User Group meetings.
Mar 15, 2021
Graduate students and faculty members from Penn State College of Medicine gathered online to hear students talk about their research progress at the 2021 Graduate Student Research Forum held March 3 to 5.
Mar 12, 2021
A Penn State research publication showed how incorporating more of the dietary amino acid Ergothioneine into one’s diet may help stave off long-term health problems.
