Founder Profile: Tony Powell of Orbweaver Sourcing
This Lehigh Valley company is disrupting electronics manufacturing with its supply-chain management software.
Penn State researchers determine that printed books are better for sleep than e-readers
Researchers at Penn State have determined that sleep is more disrupted after reading from a light-emitting e-reader than after reading from a printed book.
Pew names Pennsylvania a 'rising clean energy leader'
Pennsylvania has developed a fast-growing clean energy economy, attracting billions in investment dollars according to the Pew Charitable Trusts.
Hershey's Simulation Systems uses virtual reality to train microsurgeons
Hershey's Simulation Systems is developing a simulator that uses virtual reality for microsurgical training.
Promising healthcare research gets funding from University City Science Center
Researchers in Greater Philadelphia developing healthcare technologies receive funding from the University City Science Center�s QED Proof-of-Concept Program.
Philadelphia schoolyard aims to become a citywide model for play and sustainability
After three years, a Northwest Philly coalition is seeing exciting progress at an empty five-acre schoolyard in the historic Germantown neighborhood.
Doug Petillo of Leading Edge Ventures
A general partner at this early-stage venture fund based at Ben Franklin TechVentures in Bethlehem, Petillo is deeply passionate about the startup meritocracy and investing in creative companies that are transforming their industries.
Renovating historic buildings and boosting residential development in Downtown Pittsburgh
There's no sign of slowing down when it comes to residential construction in the center of Steel City. Thankfully, a widespread emphasis on creative reuse is saving historic buildings, transforming them into inspiring places to live.
Punxsutawney, PA: Living in a groundhog's glorious shadow
Every year on February 2, hordes descend on this small Pennsylvania town for one of the world's most unique parties. So, grab your rodent gear and head to Gobbler's Knob for Phil's annual weather prediction.
New services will connect SW Pennsylvanians to jobs, coaching and wealth-building
Thanks to the launch of three Financial Opportunity Centers, low- to moderate-income families will gain access to an array of resources aimed at helping them achieve financial stability, free of charge.