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Will Pennsylvania’s Future Be Derailed? Federal Research Cuts Threaten Jobs, Innovation, and Global Leadership

March 9, 2025March 9, 2025 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — A fierce battle is brewing over proposed federal cuts to critical research funding that could undermine Pennsylvania’s role as a hub of innovation and economic strength. The …

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Wistar Institute Secures NSF Grant to Expand Biomedical Technician Training Program

May 15, 2024May 15, 2024 - by Timothy Alexander

PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Wistar Institute announced a significant boost for its Biomedical Technician Training (BTT) Pre-apprenticeship Program, receiving a $649,971 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF). This funding …