Biology
‘Abundant’ documentary screening in Philadelphia explores why people donate organs to strangers
Living donor Ashley Clark reflected on donating a kidney to a stranger, learning of his death and how the experience changed her view of organ donation.
3 weeks ago
Free plant library brings ‘a little whimsy’ to Northeast Philadelphia
The bright yellow box has become a place for people to swap plant cuttings and propagations.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:00Chasing Wildlife: From the Golden Toad to Giant Elephants
Tales of adventure from the wild — in search of lost and elusive species.
Air Date: July 10, 2026
Listen 49:34Can bioengineered chewing gum help prevent oral, head and neck cancers? Penn researchers are hopeful
The gum is made from a bean plant and contains antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal properties. It’s being tested against HPV, influenza and other diseases.
4 months ago
Listen 1:42Puberty field trip? Philly-area students get a front-row seat to health education
Lankenau Medical Center’s health education center provides free interactive programs on nutrition, exercise, drugs and alcohol, puberty and more.
4 months ago
Listen 2:08Bariatric and metabolic surgery has proven safe and effective in treating teens for obesity, but less than 1% of eligible patients get the procedure.
5 months ago
Listen 6:17How Philly’s Mütter Museum is rethinking human remains in its collection
The project to collect feedback started two years ago, with a national controversy and high-profile leadership changes along the way.
6 months ago
Listen 3:03Reproductive medicine and fertility centers are required to meet specific safety standards and apply for state licensure under new rules.
7 months ago
Listen 1:21Studio 2 Extra: Penn study finds popular sleep noise may be doing more harm than good
A new study out of the University Of Pennsylvania suggests certain noises promoted to support sleep may be more harmful than we thought.
Air Date: February 13, 2026 1:00 pm
Listen 19:14Inside the Dramatic Race to Decode the Human Genome
A look back at the cut-throat competition that led to the historic unveiling of the decoded human genome.
Air Date: December 26, 2025
Listen 49:34Young adults from Tanzania with albinism who’ve survived attacks from “black magic” believers visit the U.S. through Global Medical Relief Fund.
9 months ago
Listen 1:37Penn researchers find killing dormant, ‘sleeper’ breast cancer cells may prevent recurrence
New results from a clinical trial show that existing drugs can successfully kill dormant breast cancer cells, thereby reducing lifetime risk of recurrence.
1 year ago
Listen 1:32Tortoise hatchlings born of century-old parents come out of their shells at Philadelphia Zoo
The 16 were born in a series of hatches this year to Mommy and Abrazzo. The parents are both estimated to be about 100 years old.
1 year ago
After 2 years of controversy, Mütter Museum announces new human remains policy
The new policy comes after two years of controversy involving public backlash, staff departures and high-level leadership changes.
1 year ago
Could wearing headphones be damaging your hearing?
Over a billion young people are at risk of hearing loss in part due to headphone use. Audiologists weigh in on the risk, and how to protect your ears.
1 year ago
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