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May 2026

Temple researcher Jorge Gomez-Deza is pictured in his lab at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine.

May 19, 2026

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New study identifies ‘domino effect’ behind brain cell death

Imagine a row of dominoes. When one falls, the result is a long cascade as each domino topples […]

Bench Ansfield

May 15, 2026

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Assistant professor of history named finalist for Pulitzer

Since its publication in September 2025, Assistant Professor of History Bench Ansfield’s debut book […]

Santiago Orrego and Carolina Montoya

May 13, 2026

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Temple discovery is giving humans and dogs healthier smiles

Periodontal disease is one of the most common health problems in both people and pets, contributing […]

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May 12, 2026

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Temple research may help scientists better prepare for future pandemics

In the aftermath of the COVID-19 outbreak, there was much speculation over how the virus called […]

April 2026

Jack Brownfield, Ranesh Mopuru and Kush Patel were named 2026–2027 Goldwater Scholars, marking a second consecutive year with three recipients for Temple University.

Apr. 28, 2026

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Temple students earn Goldwater Scholarships in historic repeat

As an R1 research institution, Temple University offers students the opportunity to work alongside […]

Image of a speaker standing at a podium in a cathedral-like hall, addressing an audience.. A large screen to the left shows a close-up of hands holding an apple and a decorated donu

Apr. 27, 2026

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Temple faculty stand out at Innovation with Impact

What Public Bathrooms Tell Us About America  “I’ve turned myself into a toilet scholar, […]

Temple researcher Sasha Eisenman led the discovery and naming of a new plant species in New Jersey, helping pave the way for its protection.

Apr. 13, 2026

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Temple researcher names rare New Jersey plant, paving way for protection

Temple researcher Sasha Eisenman led the discovery and naming of a new plant species in New Jersey, […]

Image of SIRC researchers at February's NBA All-Star Game.

Apr. 9, 2026

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Temple researchers analyze the impact of NBA All-Star Weekend

This past February, basketball’s biggest stars arrived in Los Angeles for the National Basketball […]

Image of Huanmei Wu, chair and professor at Temple University.

Apr. 2, 2026

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A virtual you: Temple researcher explains how digital twin technology can be used to predict disease and transform healthcare

Imagine having a virtual version of yourself that allows doctors to predict how a devastating […]

Doyoung Kim, ENG ’26, won first place for her presentation, Curved Surgical Needles: Why Insertion Strategies Matter.

Apr. 1, 2026

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Temple doctoral students take center stage at annual Three-minute Thesis Competition

At an R1 research university like Temple University, discovery is constant. But on March 26, […]

March 2026

Image of of a Bathelia coral mound in Argentina.

Mar. 9, 2026

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Temple researchers help uncover and restore massive cold-water coral reef in Argentina

The project also fostered an exchange of information and resources between Temple and Lehigh […]

Jessica Beard, associate professor of surgery at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, studies how news coverage of firearm violence shapes public understanding and harm survivors and communities.

Mar. 4, 2026

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Changing the narrative: Researchers call for a new approach to reporting gun violence

Philadelphia has seen encouraging signs of progress in reducing gun violence, according to recent […]