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Jun. 24, 2025
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Origin Stories: Philip Rea (Video)
In high school, Professor Phil Rea aspired to become a classical trumpet player. But after realizing he could apply his creativity to the sciences, he turned to biology. Rea describes his journey from musician to biochemist, science writer, and co-founder of Penn’s Life Sciences & Management Program.Professor Philip A. Rea is this year’s winner of the Neal Award for scientific journalism
Congratulations to Professor Philip A.
Guide Book For College Students
Dustin Brisson consolidated notes from his years of teaching and advising to create a guidebook for undergraduates aimed at helping them achieve success and well-being.
Biology’s PlantARC receives "Urban Food Systems Community" of Practice Projects for Progress Grant
Projects for Progress provides funding for teams of University staff, students, and faculty in their efforts to address serious issues that impact everyday lives in the city of Philadel
SAS Graduate Division Ceremony: Featured Graduation Speaker Jessica Wojick!
SAS 2025 Graduate Division graduation ceremony features a speaker from our Biology program, Dr. Jessica Wojick!