Publications, News, & Awards
The archive of all news and publications on the PISC site.
The Penn Injury Science Center (PISC) typically provides funding for (2) pilot grants proposals annually, for projects up to $10,000 each, though available funding may vary from year to year. […]
The Penn Injury Science Center (PISC) invites yearly proposals for our CDC-funded Exploratory Grants Program and typically funds one project per year around $15,000-20,000 in direct costs, though available funding […]
The Penn Injury Science Center is happy to team up with CHERISH (Center for Health Economics for Treatment of Substance Use Disorders, HCV, and HIV) on a co-sponsored pilot grant […]
Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund is pleased to announce a brand new Request for Proposals (RFP): Expanding Gun Violence Prevention Research with EveryShot. This RFP will fund three seed research grants (up […]
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 […]
Barriers remain for those seeking buprenorphine treatment for opioid use disorder, despite rapid access in some Philadelphia clinics. A recent study led by Maggie Lowenstein, Shoshana Aronowitz, and team highlights […]
Pediatric emergency departments are making strides in firearm safety with a new EMR-based standardized screening and resource initiative – combining screening for unsafe storage practices with the provision of educational […]
A new study led by Katie Hoskins finds that Black Americans’ pandemic-era gun purchases were fueled by fear of rising crime, racial tensions, and distrust in policing. For many, firearms […]
New research from Rebecca Arden Harris and team reveals that relaxed take-home methadone policies have not resulted in higher overdose rates. This important finding supports more flexible treatment options for […]
New research from Sara Solomon offers a framework for implementing Cure Violence programs, highlighting key strategies and contextual factors that drive success. The review underscores the importance of integrating Implementation […]