Across Philadelphia, coverage here takes in laboratory research, field studies, technological discovery and institutional initiatives. This page tracks the advancement of knowledge and its implications for the city.
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society marks its 200th anniversary with a showcase of local gardens next March.
Live Poll
Do you believe major local horticultural events provide significant value to your community?
Live Poll
Should climate adaptation policies be a central focus of government and institutional strategy?
The new interdisciplinary hub aims to guide climate change responses through data-driven research and evidence-based solutions.
Live Poll
Do you believe the benefits of space exploration research justify the current levels of public spending?
The CRS-35 mission launch produced a visible light display in the upper atmosphere early Tuesday morning.
The university will return to the Philadelphia event after a 30-year absence next March.
Live Poll
Do you believe major medical academy honors effectively identify those improving national healthcare?
The academy selected seven University of Pennsylvania faculty for their contributions to medical science and public service.
Live Poll
Should the federal government invest in hydropower technology to help support solar and wind power?
Kingsbury, Inc. received a federal grant to test hydropower generator bearings with Oak Ridge National Labs.
Reporting here centers on new research findings, funding for major projects, scientific initiatives and the local institutions where discovery occurs. Coverage runs across the city and into the communities around it. The concentration of university research centers and medical schools in the region creates a distinct ecosystem for scientific inquiry. Research funding and the practical application of new discoveries remain the most consistent drivers of these stories.
