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50 years of discovery with @shaverscreek Environmental Center!
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Penn State partners with AGC Chemicals Americas and Avery Dennison, funded by PA's Manufacturing PA Innovation Program, to boost innovation and workforce training. psu.edu/news/materials-resea…
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Thanks to @NIH and @NSF funding, Penn State researchers have developed a new stretchable implant, called CaroFlex, designed to help address drug-resistant high blood pressure by using gentle electrical signals to stimulate arteries.
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.@PennStateHHD earned $29.5M @NIH research funds in 2025, outpacing the next school by $10M—showing true research excellence, says Andrew Read.
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A team of plant scientists in @agsciences has received a $1.96 million, 5-year grant from the @NIH to fund a study of how beneficial plant-bacteria partnerships evolve, persist, and can be harnessed to improve health and ag.
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Yesterday, students from across the Commonwealth gathered in Harrisburg to urge state leaders to invest in Penn State and their future. Thanks to the General Assembly members and staff for welcoming and engaging with our students.
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A consortium led by Penn State was awarded a $6 million grant from @ENERGY to support the revitalization of nuclear facilities and equipment, while growing workforce opportunities for students interested in pursuing careers in nuclear materials research.
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A deserved recognition for one of our past Lion Caucus presidents.
Congratulations to Mike Fowler for being named an Oswald Award winner for social services, religious activities and student government.
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Lion Caucus is all about connecting students to the people and policies that can shape their future.
Students heard from Sec. Akbar Hossain, who shared insights on his path to the Governor’s office and offered practical advice for internships, careers, and beyond.
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The new Pennsylvania Addiction Action Network, led by the @SSRIPennState’s Consortium on Substance Use and Addiction at Penn State, will convene stakeholders from across PA to help counties make decisions on the best use of their opioid settlement funds.
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Thank you to Congresswoman @marygayscanlon for stopping by Penn State Brandywine last week to participate in a conversation surrounding student-focused issues such as affordability and access to higher education.
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Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi shared her thoughts in a new blog in @Forbes highlighting the importance of valuing people in the age of AI — and how universities like Penn State are preparing students for the workplaces of the future.
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Innovation at Penn State continues to drive impact across PA.
It was great to join @DCEDSecretary Rick Siger from the @PADCEDnews, President Bendapudi, and @RepTakac to see firsthand how companies like X-Hab 3D are advancing new technologies in construction.
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Valuable lessons taught through experience.
Our Lion Caucus students hosted a Legislative Round Table to engage leg staff members and get some professional development tips.
Thank you to the staff of @senfettermanPA, @reptakac, Sen. Langerholc, and @repconklin for joining us!
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A grant from the @US_FDA allows researchers at @agsciences and the @PAHealthDept to continue monitoring sewage for food foodborne illness pathogens.
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Thank you to Mayor Nanes, Borough manager Fountain, Rep. Takac, and staff members from the offices of Speaker McClinton; Rep. Benninghoff; Sen. Dush; Rep. Flick for joining us at THON this weekend!
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Thank you, state legislators, for touring @penncollege's Physician Assistant Center and supporting hands-on healthcare education!
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Top honors for TWO Penn State Health hospitals. @PennStHershey Milton S. Hershey Medical Center placed among the top 1% in the nation and Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center placed in the top 5%.
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Thank you to PA Secretary of Health (@PAHealthDept), Dr. Bogen, for visiting Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and @PennStHershey College of Medicine this week to meet with medical students, physicians, and hospital leaders.
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It’s no surprise that Podrick is an office favorite, but he’s more than just a cute face! We’re happy to see further investment in the important service-animal program at @pennstatevets.
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