Thomas Jefferson University
Jefferson Just Received a $2M Grant to Expand Its Bioprocessing Institute
Philly is a major market for cell and gene therapy. According to a life sciences report issued last March, the region is home to 36 cell […]
Black Scientists Still Face an Uphill Battle in Securing NIH Research Grants
Research is at the foundation of all sound medical knowledge. It enables scientists to develop and test the efficacy of medicines and treatments, and it […]
Philly Health-Care Students Are Gathering PPE for Local Medical Workers
Every day, healthcare professionals put their own safety on the line in order to treat patients. Since the start of the coronavirus outbreak, though, the […]
The Liacouras Center Hospital Probably Won’t Help COVID-19 Patients
Hospitals and emergency rooms across the country are becoming increasingly overwhelmed with COVID-19 patients, forcing healthcare providers to think creatively about where and how they […]
Here’s What Health Professionals Can Learn From Instagram Influencers
Social media is becoming an increasingly powerful tool for sharing health-related messages, but not every post has what it takes to go viral. And on […]
The Shortage of Black Male Doctors Is Medicine’s Real Emergency
When Sean Brown decided to pursue a career in medicine, he expected to be one of a few black men in medical school — he […]
How Researchers Are Using AI to Improve Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being used for everything from planting crops to flying planes, and now, it’s being used to diagnose disease. Recent studies show AI […]
NextUp: Context Therapeutics Wants to Eradicate Hormone-Driven Cancers
NextUp” is a weekly NextHealth PHL feature that highlights the local leaders, organizations and research shaping the Greater Philadelphia region’s life sciences ecosystem. Email qmuse@phillymag.com […]
This Project Manager Has a Jam-Packed Fitness and Social Calendar
Welcome to Sweat Diaries, Be Well Philly’s look at the time, energy, and money people invest in pursuit of a healthy lifestyle in Philly. For […]
Oncologist Edith Mitchell Wins PHL Life Sciences Ultimate Solution Award
Edith Mitchell is a force. The decorated researcher and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital oncologist has accomplished so many “firsts” that even she can’t keep track […]
Former Spark Therapeutics COO Appointed CEO of Imvax
When John Furey retired from his role as chief operating officer at Spark Therapeutics in November 2018, he had plans to take it easy. He […]
Philly’s Life Sciences Industry Is Finally Coming Around to Blockchain
You’ve probably heard the term blockchain used in conversations about Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. But recently, the new technology that can record transactions in a […]
This Philly Summit Will Let You Run, Drink Beer, and Learn About Why You Should Run and Then Drink Beer
Since the dawn of modern running, we’d bet there were folks who gathered at the bar or the pub for a cold one after a sweaty […]
Melania Trump Will Visit Philadelphia on Wednesday
Melania Trump will make an appearance in Philadelphia on Wednesday. The Associated Press reports that as part of a tour focusing on the opioid epidemic, the First […]
Jefferson to Host Pitch Competition for Budding Marijuana and Hemp Businesses
Thomas Jefferson University’s annual healthcare startup competition is looking to support young businesses in the marijuana and hemp industry. The event, or JAZ Tank: CannaVation, […]