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THIS MONTH IN INJURY SCIENCE @ PENN
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The latest Science, Communications, Opportunities, & Outputs from the Penn Injury Science Center
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In partnership with the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) Research Institute and Center for Injury Research and Prevention, the Penn Injury Science Center (PISC) invites proposals for our Pilot Grant Program to fund injury and/or violence prevention projects for up to $10,000 each, with a total of $20,000 available this cycle. PIs must be trainees and early-stage investigators affiliated with the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Applicants must propose a partnership with a Penn-based PISC investigator that does not have CHOP or PSoM Dept of Pediatrics as their primary appointment. Scholars affiliated with CHOP’s Center for Violence Prevention and the Center for Injury Research and Prevention are encouraged to apply, but an affiliation with these centers is not required. Applications are due December 5, 2025.
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The University of Pennsylvania, in collaboration with Vanderbilt University, invite you to apply for the R25 Short Course for Injury Prevention: Firearm Injury Research, a funded program for doctoral and early-career researchers. Includes a week-long in-person institute (May 26–30, 2026) and virtual pre/post-learning, including: Workshops, mentoring, and networking; Action-oriented, community-centered research training; Collaboration with a national network of nurse scientists and allied researchers; Group and one-on-one mentorship from national leaders in the field; and more.
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Open to nurse scientists and allied fields.
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Spots are limited and fully funded.
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Arbogast, Kaufman receive Penn Medicine Awards of Excellence for 2025
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Established in 1996, the Penn Medicine Awards of Excellence (AOE) are a series of highly competitive awards celebrating our commitment to excellence in scholarship, teaching, innovation, service, leadership, professionalism and patient care. The awardees range from those at the beginning of their highly promising careers to those whose distinguished work has spanned decades and epitomizes the preeminence and impact we all strive to achieve.
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Arthur K. Asbury Outstanding Faculty Mentor Award
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PISC Institutional Advisory Board Member
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The Asbury Award recognizes a faculty member who has fostered the professional development of other faculty by providing inspiring and effective counsel in a manner that enables professional growth and development.
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Dr. Kristy Arbogast is a leading scientist in pediatric injury prevention whose research has shaped laws, safety standards, and clinical practices worldwide. Equally distinguished is her deep and sustained commitment to mentorship, guiding generations of students, post-docs, and faculty, many of whom are now independent leaders advancing injury prevention and public health. Through her generosity, empathy and insight, she has strengthened the next generation of injury scientists who continue to expand her legacy of impact through breakthroughs in technology, clinical care, policy and education.
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Marjorie A. Bowman New Investigator Research Award
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Assistant Professor of Surgery
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PISC Core Research Project PI & Outreach Core Co-Director
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The Bowman Award recognizes achievements in the health evaluation sciences, with a particular emphasis on patient-oriented research that addresses fundamental clinical problems as well as the organization and delivery of health care.
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Dr. Elinore Kaufman is a preeminent trauma surgeon and health services researcher whose groundbreaking work in violence and firearm injury epidemiology has shaped both policy and patient care. Her seminal contributions - including advancing causal methods to evaluate injury prevention policies, improving acute care outcomes, and establishing the Penn Trauma Violence Recovery program - have transformed the care and recovery of patients affected by violence. Her work combines rigorous clinical research with policy relevance to advance both the science and practice of injury care.
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Congratulations to Drs. Arbogast & Kaufman!
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Conversation on Men's Mental Health ft. Philly Sports (and Community) Legends
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The event sought to break down the stigma that often keeps men's mental health struggles hidden as well as provide resources and connections. “Our foundation has always believed in creating platforms for honest conversations,” said Glasgow. “Mental health is too often overlooked, especially for men in our communities. By partnering with Penn Medicine and bringing voices like Julius Erving and Brian Westbrook to the table, we hope to break barriers, reduce stigma, and show that healing begins with connection.”
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Nov. 18th is National Injury Prevention Day
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Whether you're conducting groundbreaking research, leading community-based initiatives, or supporting vital programs behind the scenes, your dedication to injury and violence prevention makes a lasting impact—and we’re grateful for all that you do.
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While this work deserves recognition every day, National Injury Prevention Day on November 18, 2025 offers a special moment to spotlight its importance. Let’s #BeInjuryFree, raise awareness together, and continue driving change in our communities. See how you can engage with National Injury Prevention Day at nationalinjurypreventionday.org
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October 10, 2025, 8:30am-5:00pm | Virtual (livestreamed from Cambridge, MA)
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The National Bureau of Economic Research is hosting a one-day, invitation-only conference in Cambridge, MA but you are invited to join the live-stream via Youtube!
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The full agenda is available on the conference webpage, including the link to join which you can save to your calendar.
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November 6, 2025 | Microsoft Teams
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Join the Penn Center for Public Health for the next session in our Practice and Research Series featuring CPH Senior Fellow Abby Ross, PhD, MPH, LICSW.
In this virtual seminar, Dr. Ross will discuss “Systematically Detecting and Addressing Health-Related Social Needs,” sharing practical and evidence-based approaches for identifying and addressing the social factors that shape health outcomes.
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This session will be especially valuable for public health professionals, clinicians, researchers, and community partners working to advance health equity.
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November 14, 2025, 8am-2pm | Philadelphia, PA
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Accelerate Health Equity and Temple Health are hosting a symposium focusing on the role that health systems play in combating gun violence in Philadelphia. The symposium is meant to inspire conversation among health systems on how we can collaborate and share learnings to help mitigate the impact of gun violence on our city.
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Please join us on Friday, November 14th from 8am-2pm at the Student Faculty Center at Temple Health for panel discussions and presentations from healthcare leaders across Philadelphia, including Elinore Kaufman from Penn Medicine.
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November 19-21, 2025 | Tempe, AZ
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The 2025 National Research Conference for the Prevention of Firearm Related Harms will highlight the current state of science and research on firearm injury prevention across the lifespan.
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December 5th, 2025, 12-1pm Eastern | Virtual
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The Center for Addiction Medicine and Policy offers this free, virtual overdose reversal training to the entire Penn community, uniting students, faculty, health care staff and others around a common goal - to end the overdose epidemic in our communities.
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Trainings will take place via Microsoft Teams from 12pm - 1pm.
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This training is appropriate for persons with no medical background, but is led by trained emergency responders from Penn Medicine and/or the University of Pennsylvania who can answer more advanced questions.
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December 11, 2025 | Virtual
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Join us for this year’s Midwest Injury Prevention Alliance Conference, as injury professionals from states in Federal Health and Human Services Region V (IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, and WI) gather to work toward reducing injury- and violence- related death and disability.
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This year's theme is Connectedness: Staying True to Our Mission of Safety and Prevention.
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We hope to highlight topics that inspire, inform, and demonstrate the power of partnerships, the passion behind programs that serve individuals and communities, and the impact of policy in shaping the future of injury and violence prevention across our states.
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January-February 2026 (3 days) | Zoom
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Effective communication in public health has never been more important. In today’s crowded media climate, it can be challenging to break through to the audience you are trying to reach. Come learn the skills you need to share research, promote programs, and create safer, healthier communities through the media and social media.
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The Center for Injury Research and Policy (CIRP) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is hosting a 3 half-day Media & Social Media Institute for public health professionals on the afternoons of Jan. 22, Jan. 29, and Feb. 5, 2026.
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April 13-15, 2026 | Providence, RI
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The SAVIR 2026 Conference promises the latest science, top-notch networking, inspiring keynotes, and the opportunity to find new collaborators and re-energize your work in the community of injury and violence prevention researchers.
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Register early to take advantage of discounted rates—and rest easy knowing that your registration is fully transferable. If your plans change, you can simply transfer your registration to a colleague or friend at no extra cost.
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Have science to share? The Call for Submissions will be open through October 10.
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Affiliates of the Penn Injury Science Center receive a discount on their SAVIR membership!
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List the Penn Injury Science Center in the "Center Affiliation" field in your profile. Reach out to SAVIR or reply to the membership invoice email if you do not see the discount reflected. Contact andrew.belfiglio@pennmedicine.upenn.edu if you need help troubleshooting.
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April 19-21, 2026 | Baltimore, MD
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Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Lifesavers Conference on Roadway Safety Traffic Safety Scholars & Fellows Program (TSSF).
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The 2026 Lifesavers Traffic Safety Scholars & Fellows (TSSF) Program provides awards of up to $1,300 to participants to help defray the cost of attending the Lifesavers Conference on Roadway Safety, at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Maryland, April 19-21, 2026. Scholars and Fellows will receive an exclusive reduced registration rate and will also earn a Lifesavers Conference Accreditation Letter.
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A flyer detailing the application process can be found HERE.
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There is also a short video; please help us get the word out by sharing it with students, posting it on social media, and/or forwarding it to others in your network who may know of a worthy applicant.
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The application deadline is November 1, 2025.
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Margaret Lowenstein, Shoshana Aronowitz, and Jeanmarie Perrone, and colleagues discussed urgent reforms to better support older adults living with opioid use disorder. They offer 10 policy recommendations that would improve substance use care for older adults.
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After the sirens fade and the physical wounds heal, another phase of renewal begins—and for survivors of violent injury, the Penn Trauma Violence Recovery Program (PTVRP) is there to walk that path with them. Based at PPMC, the PTVRP team offers more than just a lifeline; it provides longer term, trauma-informed support that addresses the emotional, psychological, and practical challenges of recovery.
One of the core benefits of the PTVRP is its focus on trauma-informed care. This approach recognizes the complex effects of violence on a person’s mind and body and ensures that services are delivered in ways that avoid further harm.
So far, the program has made an impressive impact:
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Daniel Semenza, Therese Richmond, Stephen Hargarten, and a team of leaders in firearm violence prevention wrote "A Call to Defend Our Public Safety Infrastructure" amidst a retrenchment of federal support for firearm violence prevention despite the progress made in recent years.
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Injury Prevention Teaching Resource Hub
The hub features ready-to-use syllabi, case studies, and multimedia—plus a video lecture series aligned with public health standards.
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Explore the tools, share with colleagues, and help shape the next generation of prevention professionals.
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Statistical Consultation Support for PISC Affiliates from the BECCA Lab
The PISC is committed to developing future generations of injury scientists from across disciplines and providing statistical support for projects that are focused on the core mission of the PISC and for when extramural resources are not currently available.
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Who qualifies for support: This program supports two groups of PISC-affiliates.
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- PISC-affiliated post-doctoral and clinical fellows conducting a research project aimed at publication in a peer-reviewed journal and/or to provide preliminary data for an extramural grant application
- PISC senior scholars who are early-stage faculty without research or discretionary account funding to secure statistical consultation.
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Support from PISC Outreach Core
The Penn Injury Science Center’s Outreach Core puts research into action through community-academic partnerships, translation, and dissemination.
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- Communications and dissemination support
- Partnership matchmaking
- Advisement from the Community Action Board
- Technical assistance
- Stakeholder convening
- and more...
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Support from PISC Training & Education Core
The Penn Injury Science Center’s Training & Education core is building the field through training and supporting injury scientists; coursework, training materials, & mentorship; and connection & capacity building.
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- Mentee-mentor matchmaking and programming, mentorship, and mentor training
- A professional and intellectual community for trainees and early career investigators/faculty
- Tailored programming for all levels of trainees
- Course and certificate support
- Trainings, workshops, scholarly forums & educational material support
- and more...
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Have you received funding support or infrastructure support from the Penn Injury Science Center? If yes, the CDC funding needs to be acknowledged! Refer to this guide to know when and how you should cite the PISC R49 Center grant (R49CE003083 for 2019-2024 cycle and R49CE003566 for 2024-2029 cycle).
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Funded Opportunity – Short Course on Firearm Injury Research
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The University of Pennsylvania, in collaboration with Vanderbilt University, invite you to apply for the R25 Short Course for Injury Prevention: Firearm Injury Research, a funded program for doctoral and early-career researchers. Includes a week-long in-person institute (May 26–30, 2026) and virtual pre/post-learning, including: Workshops, mentoring, and networking; Action-oriented, community-centered research training; Collaboration with a national network of nurse scientists and allied researchers; Group and one-on-one mentorship from national leaders in the field; and more.
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Open to nurse scientists and allied fields.
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Spots are limited and fully funded.
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Postdoctoral Fellow, DRIVER Study (Penn and CHOP)
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A new Postdoctoral Fellowship is available on the DRIVER Study, a Phase III randomized trial testing the efficacy of modern online and in-person driver training for reducing young new driver crash risk. The position focuses on predictive analytics with a large, longitudinal dataset that integrates virtual driving assessments, cognitive measures, phone app-based driver monitoring, and real-world crash risk outcomes. This role offers the chance to publish widely and shape future driver safety policies and clinical practices.
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Find out more about the position here.
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SAVIR Student Scholarships and Mentorship Programs
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SAVIR has opened two opportunities for applications, Student Scholarships and the Mentorship Program. Both programs have an application deadline of December 1, 2025.
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Students who submitted abstracts to SAVIR may apply for scholarships to help them attend the 2026 SAVIR Conference in Providence, Rhode Island. The SAVIR Student Scholarship is intended to support students in their academic pursuits related to injury and violence prevention research by providing financial assistance. The scholarship helps students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to their community. We are able to offer this scholarship due to the generosity of donors who contribute to the scholarship fund.
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Award applicants will be notified in January 2026 prior to the early bird registration deadline. Please note that abstract acceptances will also be announced in January; students who submitted abstracts are encouraged to apply.
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Eligible individuals are those who are:
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· Currently enrolled in an educational institution
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· Study injury and violence prevention
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· Presenting author on an oral or poster presentation abstract submission for SAVIR 2026
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· Additionally, we will prioritize those with financial need
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Benefits: The scholarship will provide selected students with a $500 stipend to be used for conference registration and/or travel. The recipient will also receive a complimentary SAVIR membership if they are not already a SAVIR member.
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Are you ready to take the next step in your injury and violence prevention (IVP) journey? SAVIR’s signature Mentorship Program is now accepting applications for the upcoming year!
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This 1:1 program connects students and trainees with experienced IVP researchers and practitioners for a full year of personalized guidance and professional growth. Whether you’re refining research skills, exploring new methodologies, developing grant proposals, or navigating the early stages of your career, the SAVIR Mentorship Program provides the tailored support you need to thrive.
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· Individualized career guidance and research support
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· Mentorship on writing, networking, and positionality
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· Help from Program Leads in setting goals, developing mentorship agreements, and troubleshooting challenges
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Students and trainees at the master’s, post-master’s, doctoral, and post-doctoral levels. Mentees must be SAVIR members; preference will be given to mentors who are members.
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Postdoctoral Fellow, DRIVER Study (Penn and CHOP)
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A new Postdoctoral Fellowship is available on the DRIVER Study, a Phase III randomized trial testing the efficacy of modern online and in-person driver training for reducing young new driver crash risk. The position focuses on predictive analytics with a large, longitudinal dataset that integrates virtual driving assessments, cognitive measures, phone app-based driver monitoring, and real-world crash risk outcomes. This role offers the chance to publish widely and shape future driver safety policies and clinical practices.
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Find out more about the position here.
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Research Associate, Emergency Medicine
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The PhD Research Associate is responsible for developing impactful, sustainable research program in collaboration with core faculty, residents, and hospital network to advance knowledge and implementation of practices especially pertaining to acute emergent conditions particularly in vulnerable populations. The position applies expertise in implementation science, epidemiology, biostatistics, emergency and health policy, health education and related fields to generate evidence that informs clinical decisions in emergency medicine and improves health outcomes in emergency services.
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The IES Research Institute is an academic research division embedded within the Emergency Medicine Department at John Peter Smith (JPS) Health Network, a public safety-net health system with a 3-year emergency medicine residency program. The goal of the Institute is to develop and support scholarly activity, research, and grants to improve health outcomes and healthcare delivery for vulnerable emergency medicine populations through discovery and innovation.
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CHOP / PISC Pilot Grant Program
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In partnership with the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) Research Institute and Center for Injury Research and Prevention, the Penn Injury Science Center (PISC) invites proposals for our Pilot Grant Program to fund injury and/or violence prevention projects for up to $10,000 each, with a total of $20,000 available this cycle. PIs must be trainees and early-stage investigators affiliated with the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Applicants must propose a partnership with a Penn-based PISC investigator that does not have CHOP or PSoM Dept of Pediatrics as their primary appointment. Scholars affiliated with CHOP’s Center for Violence Prevention and the Center for Injury Research and Prevention are encouraged to apply, but an affiliation with these centers is not required. Applications are due December 5, 2025.
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Occupational Safety & Injury Grants
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PAR-18-812 - Occupational Safety and Health Research (R01)
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PAR-18-798 - NIOSH Exploratory/Developmental Grant Program (R21)
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Closing Date for Applications: Nov 21, 2025
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Tools for Finding and Securing Funding
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University of Pennsylvania investigators have been given access to two helpful tools to find and secure research funding.
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Pivot-RP enhances the discovery of sponsored research opportunities, making the
process faster, more targeted, and more efficient. Pivot-RP also simplifies
communication with potential collaborators by offering seamless ways to share
opportunities.
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RAMPART helps assess the risks in a proposal of being flagged as inconsistent with current federal priorities. It is available for optional use by all Penn faculty, trainees, and staff interested in understanding the level of risk their grant proposals and awards may face in terms of not being reviewed, not being funded, or having funding withdrawn.
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Be Safe on Halloween!
Top 5 Halloween Injuries to Avoid
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^ Click on the image to open - download and/or share the link with someone who should see this!
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"Science isn't finished until it's communicated"
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About Us
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The Penn Injury Science Center is funded by a grant from the CDC and brings together university, community, and government partners around injury and violence intervention programs with the greatest potential for impact. We promote and perform the highest quality research, training and translation of scientific discoveries into practice and policy in order to reduce injuries, violence, and their impact to our region, the US, and locations around the world.
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