SP2’s One Book pick will foster months of discussion on race and social justice
This summer, the entire School of Social Policy & Practice community has been invited to engage in a collective experience focused around the book “Unapologetic: A Black, Queer, and Feminist Mandate for Radical Movements.”
The communal endeavor is tied to One Book, One SP2, a new initiative intended to foster a stronger sense of unity and reinforce antiracism efforts and cultural humility throughout the school.
“Unapologetic,” authored by American activist Charlene A. Carruthers, is described as a forward-thinking manual that outlines how social justice movements can become sharper and more effective through principled struggle, healing justice, and leadership development. Published in 2018, the book provides a framework for activists committed to dismantling racism, prejudice, ableism, homophobia, and the patriarchy. The publication encourages readers to reexamine history, effectively organize, and see themselves as visionaries and leaders.
On the move: Water quality and antimicrobial resistance testing goes mobile
Penn researchers have developed a mobile field laboratory allowing them to test water quality and track antimicrobial resistance in and around San Cristóbal in the Galápagos.
Penn researchers Vanessa and Alexis North are studying one of the largest collections of Egyptian blue objects ever found in the ancient Near East, shedding new light on how the world’s first synthetic pigment may have traveled far beyond Egypt.
A new role for dental providers? Rethinking where vaccines are given
Vaccinations have traditionally been administered in primary care settings or pharmacies. However, for about a decade, some states have authorized dentists to administer vaccines, and many others did so during the COVID-19 pandemic. The effectiveness of this approach has led some countries and states to expand or consider expanding the role of dental providers in delivering routine vaccines, including those against COVID-19 and the human papillomavirus (HPV), and in providing vaccine education.
Penn student develops a way for computer chips to run more efficiently
Fluid Silicon, a platform from President’s Sustainability Prize winner Nhlanhla Mavuso, allows computer chips to continuously monitor their health and self-tune as their characteristics change. The technology has the potential to reduce energy usage in data centers and improve reliability in mission-critical applications.
