Publications, News, & Awards
The archive of all news and publications on the PISC site.
The Penn Trauma Violence Recovery Program received new Pennsylvania funding to help victims rebuild their lives interrupted by violence. “We started the Penn Trauma Violence Recovery Program because we heard […]
A new study reveals U.S. children are facing worsening mortality and chronic health challenges compared to peers in other high-income countries. Between 2001–2019, there were more than 315,000 excess child […]
New research led by Kristy Arbogast explores how Guardian Cap soft-shell helmet covers are making strides in concussion prevention for pro football players. Discover the latest advancements in player safety […]
Discover how Penn faculty – including Sara Jacoby – and students are tackling urban heat with innovative, solar-powered cooling shelters in North Philadelphia. Their collaborative project offers relief from rising […]
Penn researchers and community partners are working to reframe violence prevention as a public health initiative, emphasizing connection and support for youth. A July 7 mass shooting in Philadelphia’s Grays […]
Project Unloaded is engaging directly with those most affected to shape the future of emerging technologies. Desmond Upton Patton highlights the project’s commitment to understanding community needs and preferences. Discover […]
Over two powerful evenings in April, a two-part documentary screening series that brought together students, community members, health professionals, and advocates to explore the ongoing opioid crisis through local and […]
A new collection from The Conversation highlights recent research on Philadelphia’s opioid crisis, covering progress in reducing deaths, emerging street drugs, and shifts in treatment practices. Among the featured experts […]
A new survey from the Annenberg Public Policy Center finds that 37% of U.S. adults living in households with guns do not store all of them in a locked location. […]
A new WHYY report highlights persistent gaps in access to opioid addiction medications in Philadelphia. Addiction medicine specialist Maggie Lowenstein led a study where researchers posed as case managers to […]
In a recent op-ed for The Guardian, trauma surgeon Elinore Kaufman warns that federal funding cuts and policy rollbacks threaten to derail crucial gun violence research. After years of progress, […]
A WHYY article highlights the growing intersection of youth mental health challenges and firearm access, citing a rise in gun suicides among Gen Z. Desmond Patton, Director of SAFELab at […]