Enabling robots to chart a better course Image: Francesco Scatena via Getty Images Enabling robots to chart a better course A novel, open-source system has the ability to streamline disaster recovery and parcel delivery by rapidly generating a smooth path plan that cuts travel time and avoids obstacles. 2 min. read
‘Horizons’ podcast looks to the future of arts and science education nocred ‘Horizons’ podcast looks to the future of arts and science education Omnia’s latest podcast series, ‘Horizons,’ draws on the School of Arts & Sciences’ newest vision for navigating a changing world. 2 min. read
Sedative choice in pediatric intensive care may influence long-term neurocognitive outcomes Sedative choice in pediatric intensive care may influence long-term neurocognitive outcomes Penn Nursing researchers found that certain sedatives can affect long-term neurocognitive outcomes when used during critical illness early in childhood. 2 min. read
Turf war: Artificial versus real grass Image: aire images Turf war: Artificial versus real grass In conversation with Penn Today, mechanical engineer, tennis player, and soccer fan Paulo Arratia discusses the material differences between natural grass and synthetic turf. 3 min. read
Nursing education that crosses borders Nursing education that crosses borders Every summer, Penn Nursing students take their education across oceans and cultures, stepping into real-world care experiences that expand their skills.
How sports are a local growth engine How sports are a local growth engine A recent panel convened by the Wharton Sports Analytics and Business Initiative featured city and sporting officials discussing the economic impact for Philadelphia as it hosts the FIFA World Cup.
Automation doesn’t just cut jobs. It slows career progression Automation doesn’t just cut jobs. It slows career progression Automation is often seen as destroying jobs, but new research from Wharton economics professor Pinar Yildrim shows it also can quietly block workers from moving into better-paid roles.
A safe staffing policy could prevent deaths, produce savings to help fund improved staffing Image: Visual Vic via Getty Images A safe staffing policy could prevent deaths, produce savings to help fund improved staffing A new study from Penn’s School of Nursing finds that safer nurse staffing levels in Pennsylvania hospitals could prevent thousands of deaths each year. 2 min. read
Rethinking public power Rethinking public power Penn Carey Law professor Shelley Welton examines how governments can work alongside private markets to accelerate the clean energy transition through new public renewables models. 2 min. read
Reading manuscripts in the digital space with handwritten text recognition Image: Johner Images via Getty Images Reading manuscripts in the digital space with handwritten text recognition Penn Libraries staff are using the platform eScriptorium to build machine-learning models that can transcribe handwritten manuscripts from across the world. 2 min. read