Sep 6, 2020
The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) has selected Fang Chen, a Penn State Biostatistics postdoctoral researcher, as a semifinalist for the 2020 Charles J. Epstein Trainee Awards for Excellence in Human Genetics Research.
Mar 10, 2020
A prototype device developed by Dr. Andrea Hobkirk of Penn State College of Medicine mimics the everyday use of a vaping device and can be used while participants are undergoing MRI research studies.
Feb 26, 2020
A new study by researchers at Penn State finds that adults enjoy sweet e-cigarette flavors just as much as teens.
Nov 15, 2019
When it comes to nicotine delivery, not all electronic cigarettes are created equally, according to Penn State researchers
Oct 1, 2019
Penn State College of Medicine received 67 grants in August 2019. Some investigators will use the funds to study health disparities in at-risk populations, while others will look for new interventions and treatments for disease.
Jun 13, 2019
Smokers may be at a higher risk for developing hypertension, and an overactive response to normal drops in blood pressure may help explain why, according to researchers.
May 30, 2019
Researchers at Penn State College of Medicine received grants in April from the National Institutes of Health totaling more than $1 million.
Apr 2, 2019
A recent study, published in Nature Genetics, reveals that addictions to tobacco and alcohol may result from a complex blend of genes and environmental influences, and are genetically correlated to other health issues and diseases.
Jul 3, 2018
Teens are particularly attracted to “Juuling” because of the device's sleek design and fruity or perfume-like odor. Here's what parents need to know.
Apr 9, 2018
The flavor of an e-cigarette may affect more than a consumer's taste buds, according to Penn State researchers who say the chemicals that make up the different flavors also produce different levels of free radicals.
