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In the Education Week, Angela Duckworth talks about how to help students try new things, saying that a shift in mindset is key to the answer. 

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"How to Help Students Try New Things." Education Week, A L Duckworth, September 13, 2023. 

Investment News features Olivia Mitchell on U.S. lagging globally on retirement due to health, thus discussing quality of life issues. 

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"U.S. Lags Globally on Retirement Due to Health, Quality of Life Issues." Investment News, E Hallez, September 13, 2023.

The Wall Street Journal features research associate Dennis Culhane in an article discussing why more baby boomers are sliding into homelessness. 

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The New Yorker highlights research associate Dennis Culhane in an article that talks about a supportive-housing facility, where chronically unhoused New Yorkers get a new lease on life, with a gym, a computer room—and on-site mental-health and medical services.

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Olivia Mitchell op-ed on Financial Literacy, explaining the need and importance of a new field, for CEPR.

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"Financial literacy: The Importance of A New Field." CEPR, A Lusardi & O S Mitchell, September 8, 2023. 

Research Associate Harsha Thirumurthy co-authors an article for the Penn LDI on Expiration of the USDA Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Emergency Allotments.

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Penn LDI features Harsha Thirumurthy and his study on effects of cash transfers on adult and child mortality in low- and middle-income countries, in an article discussing how Cash Transfer Programs are growing more common in the U.S, as they are improving people's health.

Penn LDI quotes Alison Buttenheim on the study of how a Penn LDI program lifted researchers’ Altmetric Media Scores. The program is Amplify@LDI. 

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In The Hill, research associate Harsha Thirumurthy op-ed on American families needing more Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, now more than ever. 

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Penn LDI features Atheendar Venkataramani and his study on Potential gaps in income support policies for those in poor health.

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Linda Aiken is mentioned and quoted in an article by The Philadelphia Inquirer, discussing how Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration will soon allow nurses from more than 30 states to work in Pennsylvania without obtaining a state license.

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CNBC sheds light on Olivia Mitchell's thoughts on U.S. seniors being among the developed world’s poorest.

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Penn LDI features Dolores Albarracin and her study in an article discussing how to communicate information in the next health crisis.

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Annenberg Public Policy Center highlights a team of researchers from the University of Pennsylvania’s Schools of Medicine, Nursing, and Communication that has received a $4 million, five-year grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to identify ways to increase vaccination rates.

Penn LDI features Norma Coe, Atul Gupta and Rachel Werner on the new set of standards for nursing home staffing. They talk about the benefits and challenges of requiring more direct care in nursing homes 

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Penn LDI highlights the study by Linda Aiken and Karen Lasater on physician and nurse well-being and preferred interventions to address burnout in hospital practice.

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Penn LDI shares insights from Damon Centola on structured information–sharing networks reducing medical errors.

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"Making Doctors Better With the Wisdom of the Crowd." Penn LDI, C Tachibana, July 26, 2023.

TIME features Damon Centola's study on how structured information-sharing networks reduce medical errors. The article explores how a hive mind of doctors can lead to improved patient care.

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"A Hive Mind of Doctors Can Mean Better Care for Patients." TIME, J Kluger, July 26, 2023.

Penn Today features Pilar Gonalons-Pons helping the Crossroads Women’s Center archive the Wages for Housework material, including photos, banners, documents, and buttons.

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"The ‘true value of women’s work’," Penn Today, K Garcia, July 26, 2023.

Each year, a number of researchers from the Population Studies Center and the Population Aging Research Center present their scholarly research at the American Sociological Association's Annual Meeting (ASA 2023). Many also participate as organizers, presiders, or discussants.

This year's meeting takes place from August 17 - 21 in Philadelphia.

Annenberg School for Communications features a new PNAS study led by Professor Damon Centola, which uncovers how information-sharing networks can improve medical care.

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Research Associate Jason Schnittker is featured in OMNIA Magazine, Spring/Summer 2023 edition, for his study on the intersection of incarceration and health. 

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"At the Intersection of Incarceration and Health." OMNIA, M Gelb, 2023.

Penn LDI features David Mandell and his study on racial, ethnic, and sex differences in methadone-involved overdose deaths before and after the US federal policy change expanding take-home methadone doses.

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Research at Penn, 2023 Edition, features the research of Dolores Albarracin (pg 50), Courtney Boen (pg 60), Angela Duckworth (pg 47), John MacDonald (pg 48),

Samuel Preston is mentioned in an article in The Washington Post where he gave context on the ages of President Biden and former President Trump.

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"Why experts aren’t all that concerned about Biden’s and Trump’s ages." The Washington Post, L Bernstein, M Scherer, July 19, 2023.

An article by OMNIA featuring Paula Fomby and Courtney Boen, offers insights on how the Dobbs decision is impacting the health and well-being of Americans, esp

With respect to The Caregiver Advise, Record, Enable (CARE) Act, Penn LDI features Norma Coe for her findings on the patient experience at US hospitals following the CARE Act.

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In an article covering hospital understaffing and unfavourable work conditions linked to burnout, Penn Today sheds light on Linda Aiken's study, which reveals that physicians and nurses faced adverse outcomes during the pandemic. They expressed a strong desire for substantial enhancements in their work environments and patient safety.

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Penn Today quotes Dolores Albarracin and highlights her study in an article discussing the factors that make correcting misinformation about science more successful.

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New York Post features Research Associate Linda Aiken's study in an article discussing the job burnout faced by hospital doctors and nurses. 

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Researcher Linda Aiken co-authored an op-ed with Penn Medicine CEO Kevin Mahoney for Penn Live, in support of minimum nurse-to-patient ratios. 

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Penn LDI highlights Norma Coe and her study in an article discussing the difficulties of aging alone in rural areas.  

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"Aging at Home May Be Harder in Rural Areas." Penn LDI, C Tachibana, July 7, 2023.

Penn Today highlights the study conducted by Irma Elo, Samuel Preston and Eugenio Paglino, in an article comparing the excess mortality during Covid 19, in urban and rural areas. 

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Penn LDI features Rachel Werner, Norma Coe and Robert Burke in a photo report of the poster hall at AcademyHealth Annual Research Meeting 2023, held in Seattle.

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Penn LDI features Norma Coe, Rachel Werner and Karen Lasater in the 2023 AcademyHealth Research Meeting photo report. 

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Knowledge at Wharton features Angela Duckworth and her study in an article, discussing the use of Machine Learning for successful healthy habits. 

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Reveal features two books authored by Dorothy Roberts, 'Shattered Bonds' and 'Killing the Black Body', in an article discussing child welfare.

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"They Followed Doctors’ Orders. The State Took Their Babies." Reveal, July 1, 2023.

Newsweek quotes research associate Olivia Mitchell in an article discussing the Social Security Apocalypse.

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"We're Heading for a Social Security Apocalypse." Newsweek, K Rahman, June 29, 2023.

In an article examining the challenges faced by state legislatures in the United States concerning nursing shortages, Health Care Dive cites insights from Linda Aiken.

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Penn LDI highlights the Health Services Research (HSR) journal’s 2023 John M. Eisenberg Article of the Year award, received by Rachel Werner and Norma Coe, for their research on exploring the causes of Racial Disparities in Medicare Advantage enrollment. 

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Wall Street Journal highlights Paula Fomby in an article discussing why kids from no-screen homes sometimes go screen crazy. 

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In an article that delves into the new target of the right, the Federal Policy on Homelessness, the New York Times highlights Dennis Culhane and his studies on homelessness. 

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Damon Centola is a guest in a podcast episode of Brain for Business. He talks on how does behavior change spread through organizations. 

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Knowledge at Wharton features Olivia Mitchell's study on Household Investment in 529 College Savings Plans, in an article discussing parents investing in the best college savings plan.

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Penn LDI features Atheendar Venkataramani and his study on certain policies having the potential to reduce administrative burden for families and keep more children enrolled in health insurance coverage. 

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Knowledge at Wharton features Olivia Mitchell in an article addressing retirement readiness and bridging the racial wealth gap.

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Books authored by PSC and PARC associates, Olivia Mitchell and Jason Schnittker, are featured by Penn LDI.

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World Socialist Web Site features Research Associates Rebecca Brown and Dennis Culhane in an article discussing the growing number of elderly homeless in the US.

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In an article exploring ways to reduce deaths among women, the New York Times quotes Research Associate Harsha Thirumurthy. 

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"How to Lower Deaths Among Women? Give Away Cash." New York Times, A Mandavilli, May 31, 2023.

In an article addressing the questions raised by a federal lawsuit on when social workers should separate families, AP News prominently features insights from Dorothy Roberts.

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In commemoration of its 25th anniversary, the Cornell Chronicle highlights Duncan Watts and his research on the 'Watts-Strogatz model,' a mathematical model that has been credited with changing everything.

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Penn LDI highlights Linda Aiken's estimations on nurse staffing policies in an article discussing the patient-to-nurse ratios for hospital patient health and outcomes. 

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In an article discussing the potential impact of a U.S. debt default on Social Security payments, The Washington Post quotes Olivia Mitchell.

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Olivia Mitchell is featured in an ABC News article discussing the worries of older Americans regarding the potential impact of a debt default on Social Security.

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Penn Today highlights Research Associate Dorothy Roberts being elected to the American Philosophical Society (APS) membership. 

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"Two Penn faculty elected to the American Philosophical Society." Penn Today, A Mott, May 22, 2023. 

In an article discussing the rising population of seniors in homeless shelters and the lack of care provided for them, The Washington Post sheds light on Dennis Culhane's study.

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In an article advocating for financial literacy education, NPR features Olivia Mitchell and her research, underscoring the significance of financial literacy.

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"The case for financial literacy education." NPR, P Hirsch, May 16, 2023. 

Pilar Gonalons-Pons is referenced in an article by the Wall Street Journal.

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"More Wives Now Outearn Their Husbands. They Also Stay Together Longer." The Wall Street Journal, J Carpenter, May 11, 2023. 

In a Q& A with CHIBE, Alison Buttenheim discussed her experience as co-chair of the NASEM committee that developed a new report on on policy impact and future directions for behavioral economics.

In an article exploring the decline of racial disparities in COVID, Penn Today showcases Irma Elo and Samuel Preston and their study on the subject.

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Read a report about the Population Aging Research Center’s 2023 Retreat by Hoag Levins which was posted in the LDI Blog and includes many photos from the event "Projecting the Future of Health Care Needs in Aging Populations."

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OMNIA and Penn Today feature Tukufu Zuberi meeting the musician-turned-activist Belafonte. Zuberi also delves into how Belafonte harnessed his talents for positive change and discusses the lasting legacy he leaves behind. 

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Penn Today highlights Olivia Mitchell being named as a 2023 Distinguished Fellow by the American Economic Association (AEA). 

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"Olivia S. Mitchell named AEA Distinguished Fellow." Penn Today, A Mott, May 4, 2023.

In an article addressing the question of whether the nurse shortage in Pennsylvania is a myth or reality, TribLive quoted insights from Research Associate Linda Aiken.

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In an article proposing a method to debunk misinformation, Penn Today features Dolores Albarracin and her research, which suggests redirecting an individual's attention from misinformation towards other beliefs.

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Corrine Low is featured in one of the episodes of 'You Decide with Errol Louis', defending 'safe heavens for homeless New Yorkers, on Apple's podcast.

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Graduate student Kai Feng is showcased by Penn Today as one of the winners of the 2023 Penn Prize for Excellence in Teaching.

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Philadelphia Inquirer highlights the study of John MacDonald and Eugenia South, as a powerful effective way to prevent shootings.

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In an article addressing Philadelphia's opioid crisis and the innovative approach of vending machines dispensing hope and health, Penn LDI highlights David Mandell and his study.  

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Penn LDI highlights Matthew McHugh being named to the International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame. He will be inducted at the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing’s 34th International Nursing Research Congress in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, in July.

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In an article exploring the potential impact of hospital staffing legislation on Minnesota's nursing shortage, Star Tribune highlights Linda Aiken and her research.

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Roberto Gonzales is featured in the 87th episode of 'How to LA' on NPR: Finding Home con DACA, Part 1: "The Process".

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Penn LDI Small Grants Program 2023 awarded research associates Hanming Fang and Iliana Kohler pilot grants for research projects in "ACA Insurance Expansion and the Disparity in Health Care Access" and "Learning From Covid-19 to Prepare for the Future: Understanding Vaccine Uptake in a Low-Income Sub-Saharan African Context" respectively. 

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"Eight Penn Professors elected 2022 AAAS Fellows", T G Schurr, Penn Today, January 31, 2023. 

In an article highlighting virtual care provided via Facebook, Penn LDI showcases David Mandell and his study on a social media-based parenting program for women with Postpartum Depressive Symptoms.

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Research Associate Courtney Boen, the moderator on the panel of the seminar, is highlighted by Penn LDI in the virtual seminar discussing climate change, disruption, and health equity.

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In an article for Vital City, Criminologist and PSC Research Associate John MacDonald reviews historic data on crime prevention and advocates for evidence-based programs to reduce crime. 

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Wealth Professional highlights a new research that will be published in the Financial Planning Review co-authored by research associate Olivia S. Mitchell which examines the relationship between debt issues and retirement preparation. It found that one in three American individuals felt confined by their debt both before and after the pandemic.

Penn LDI shares an article by research associate Jason S. Schnittker which talks about an outdated federal law which bars inmates from medicaid after release. He highlights that almost all incarcerated people on Medicaid lose that coverage when they are imprisoned and suggests legislative initiatives to fix indefensible gap. 

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Penn today highlights a new research being conducted by research associate Pilar Gonalons-Pons which focuses on the pandemic’s impact on paid and unpaid child care workers. “It might seem like the gender disparity has washed out and, in many areas, we have reboun

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The latest PSC Newsletter features podcasts and events featuring our Researchers, info on our students' PAA Practice Talks, and more!

The Philadelphia Inquirer quotes research associate David S. Mandell in an article about recovering from clinical depression.

Penn Today highlights a new study published in the journal Plos One co-authored by research associate Samuel H. Preston which performs a state-level analysis and examines the associations between mortality from COVID-19 and other causes. 

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Penn LDI highlights a new research study published in the American Journal of Transplantation co-authored by research associate Therese Bittermann which examines the racial and ethnic disparities in psychosocial evaluation and liver transplant waitlisting. 

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In an article discussing the endeavour to increase the diversity of clinical research participants, Penn LDI showcases Diana Montoya-Williams.

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The Seattle Times and Penn LDI highlights a research study published in National Library of Medicine co-authored by research associate Linda H.

Penn Today highlights a discussion between research associate Tukufu Zuberi and New York Times journalist Brent Staples at the inaugural W.E.B.

PBS NewsHour highlights a report co-authored by research associate Dennis Culhane  which summarizes a multi-site study of the antic

Penn Today highlights a new study published in the journal Cell co-authored by research associate

Penn Today highlights a new study published in American Psychological Association co-authored by Research Associate Dolores Albarracín which

LA Times highlights a research study published in the Journal of Technology in Human Services co-authored by Dennis Culhane which uses a cohort of housing assessments taken from a mid-size county in the US and machine learning methods to train a Predictive Risk Model (PRM) that identifies clients who would e

IZA Institute of Labor Economics publishes Jere Behrman's work on the long-term effects of rainfall shocks, on foundational cognitive skills.

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J R Behrman, et al. "Long-Term Effects of Rainfall Shocks on Foundational Cognitive Skills: Evidence from Peru," IZA Institute of Labor Economics. 

Annenberg Public Policy Center features Dolores Albarracin and her study on how people use information about changes in infections and disease prevalence and analyzes data on how different information influences people’s perceptions and decisions during a pandemic.

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The study conducted by Eugenia C. South and John M. MacDonald, which suggests that fixing up abandoned homes can lead to a reduction in gun violence, is highlighted by Penn LDI.

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Drawing numbers from the study conducted by Eugenia C. South, The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that the death of an officer has amplified the impact of persistent gun violence on the Temple community.

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Penn LDI features Alison Buttenheim's paper on 'fighting like a nerdy girl', winning the 2022 American Journal of Health Promotion’s Editor in Chief Award.

Annenberg School of Communication highlights Dolores Albarracin's study that finds some COVID statistics are more effective than others at encouraging people to change their behavior. 

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Penn LDI features Eugenia South's study in an article discussing behavioral flags in the emergency department risking unintended consequences. 

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Read up on forthcoming events, our Researchers' recent publications, the Quartet Pilot Research Competition, and more, in the PSC Newsletter! 

The Philadelphia Inquirer features Matthew McHugh, Linda Aiken and Karen Lasater's study, a

Penn LDI highlights the study and recommendations made by Courtney Boen, on how policymakers can improve the health of Latin American immigrants.

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Linda H. Aikens was recently quoted by KUOW in a report about Washington legislators considering the implementation of mandated Nurse-to-Patient ratios in hospitals. 

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"WA legislators weigh mandating nurse-to-patient ratios in hospitals," KUOW, Kate Walters, February 15, 2023.

The New York Times highlights Atheendar Venkataramani's comment on a paper that establishes childbirth is deadlier for black families even when they’re rich. 

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The Wall Street Journal features Olivia Mitchell and her studies on Financial Regret at Older Ages and Longevity Awareness. 

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An article in Penn Today reported about a Conference on the Future of Health Research in Malawi, co-organized by Illiana Kohler. 

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Reproduction of Inequality: A Conference in Honor of Annette Lareau

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Quartz highlights Rachel M. Werner's thoughts, on how more than 50% of the US nursing homes are unprofitable, and how it is about to get a lot worse. 

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Penn LDI features PARC Research Associates' Jere Behrman and Hans-Peter Kohler's study on schooling improving cognitive abilities at older ages.

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1A reports a podcast on Adressing Women's Health Care Concerns, where Damon Centola was one of the guests.

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"Addressing women’s health care concerns," 1A, Michelle Harven, February 2, 2023.

Penn LDI features Research Associate Eugenia South's study on racism among Black and White patients in the emergency department.

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As Social Security continues to march toward insolvency, Penn Today highlights Olivia S. Mitchell's discussion on current policy debates and the role of financial literacy in achieving reform. 

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"What is the future of Social Security?" Penn Today, Brandon Baker, February 1, 2023.

Theodore G. Schurr has been elected as one of the eight faculty members from four schools of the University of Pennsylvania, to be named as 2022 American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellows, as reported by Penn Today.

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The Guardian features the historian Dr. Ibram X.

Pew quotes research associate Matthew D. McHugh in an article about the scope of practice of non-physician medical providers. it highlights that non-physician medical providers in some states are gaining more independence from doctors.

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Penn Law highlights that Dorothy Roberts was interviewed by Nikole Hannah-Jones, Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter who covers civil rights and racial injustice for The New York Times Magazine, for Episode 2, “Race,” of the 1619 Project docuseries on Hulu, which is based on her chap

CNN highlights an op-ed authored by research associate Kevin G. Volpp about the lessons he learned from his recent experience of a cardiac arrest.

Pushkin reported that Dorothy Roberts discussed in a podcast, the disproportionate impact the Dobbs decision is anticipated to have on Black women.

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"Some of My Best Friends Are-The New Jane Crow," Pushkin, Khalil G Muhammad, Ben Austen, January 25, 2023.

Penn Today highlights a new research study published in PNAS co-authored by research associate Theodore G.

Los Angeles Times highlights an op-ed co-authored by research associate Angela Lee Duckworth which proposes that rather than banning chatbots from the classroom, teachers should embrace the technology to help their students develop advanced critical thinking skills.

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New York Times highlights Research Associate Linda Aiken and her study on hospital nurse staffing legislation in an article that addresses the shortage of nurses in hospitals. 

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AP News highlights a recent study co-authored by Olivia S.

Gwynne Evans-Lovamayesa is a member of the Hopi Tribal Nation and first-year Demography graduate student in the Population Studies Center.

Penn Today highlights a new book co-authored by Research Associate Jason Schnittker

Penn Today highlights a recent research article published in Medical Care co-authored by Research Associates Rachel M. Werner and Norma B.

Stat highlights a recent essay published in the New England Journal of Medicine co-authored by Research Associate Atheendar Venkataramani analysing the role of Heath Systems in America to address Stuctural Racism and thereby reduce Racial Wealth Disparities. 

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In the first PSC Newsletter of 2023, find the latest news, our spring Colloquium schedule, and more.

Penn Nursing highlights a new repeated cross-sectional study published in Nursing Outlook co-authored by Research Associates Linda H. Aiken, Matthew D.

NBC News highlights a research study published in Health Affairs co-authored by research associate Linda H.

Market Watch highlights an op-ed co-authored by research associate Olivia S. Mitchell which discusses the decline in life expectancy in the US and it's impact on retirement planning. 

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