Natural Sciences

Buildings that cool like African elephants

Inspired by the cracked, water-trapping skin of elephants, Penn researchers have developed a low-cost cement tile that cools buildings by capturing and slowly evaporating water—turning a structural flaw into a climate solution.

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Upcoming Events

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New Student Orientation: Penn Libraries Showcase

During New Student Orientation, participants will have a chance to explore the Penn Libraries’ research materials, high-tech equipment, study spaces, and services that help students succeed. Open to Penn students and their families. Light refreshments will be served.

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Penn Libraries: From Exhibition to Embedded

This presentation will chart the pathway from the February 2025 National Library of Medicine’s Yellow Fever Panel Exhibit and Discussion to an evolving partnership in support of Department of History and Sociology of Science associate professor Rana Hogarth’s undergraduate interdisciplinary scholars within Holman Biotech Commons and Penn Libraries. The session will explore how this collaboration has flourished, and how experiences with students surfaced critical questions about AI and historical research. Free and open to the public. Register to attend either virtually or in person.

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Campus Green Spaces Walking Tour

Penn graduate and professional students are invited to attend this guided walking tour of green spaces on campus. Participants can explore known and hidden gems for recharging, relaxing, and exercising. Attendees will also learn about on- and off-campus events and things to do in Philadelphia. Sunscreen and water bottles are encouraged. Registration is required. Meet in the Welfer Common Room at the Graduate Student Center. Must have a Penn graduate ID to attend.

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Supporting our Community

Building Community, Combatting Antisemitism, Countering Hate, and Supporting Every Member of the Penn Community

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Title IX Compliance in Athletics

Penn's Title IX Resolution with the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights

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Penn Priorities

A look at a few of our big picture priorities that improve Penn as we create knowledge to benefit the world.

Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination at Penn

The University of Pennsylvania seeks talented students, faculty, and staff with a wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law in the administration of its admissions, financial aid, educational or athletic programs, or other University-administered programs or in its employment practices. Questions or complaints regarding this policy should be directed to the executive director of the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs; Franklin Building, 3451 Walnut Street, Suite 421, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6106; or (215) 898-6993.

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