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Scientists develop faster, cheaper way to count microbes, discover new antibiotics

Nov. 8, 2023

ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ Boulder researchers have developed a new way of counting microorganisms that works 36 times faster than conventional methods, cuts plastic use more than 15-fold and substantially decreases the cost and carbon footprint of biomedical research. It could accelerate the discovery of new antibiotics.

West District Energy Plant on the ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ Boulder campus.

Correction: Regent-approved energy plant upgrades to reduce nitrogen oxides, help meet new air permit requirements

Nov. 8, 2023

The ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ Board of Regents approved a $43.1 million plan to replace heating and power generating equipment in the West District Energy Plant located on the Boulder campus.

Imig Music Building

A harmonious blend of music + film: November residency with Alicia Svigals, Donald Sosin

Nov. 8, 2023

In a campus and community collaboration, we’re looking forward to an exciting residency featuring two outstanding artists–renowned klezmer violinist Alicia Svigals and celebrated silent film pianist Donald Sosin.

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Regents approve restoration project for historic Old Main building

Nov. 8, 2023

The University of ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ Board of Regents approved a $14.3 million restoration of ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ Boulder’s Old Main building, including structural, site and sustainability upgrades.

Autumn leaves frame a view of pedestrians and campus buildings.

ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ Boulder launches search for new head of public safety

Nov. 8, 2023

ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ Boulder announced the launch of a search for a new associate vice chancellor for public safety—and with it the creation of a new Division of Public Safety.

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How grad students can use AI in the job search process

Nov. 8, 2023

Tools like ChatGPT can be helpful in your job and internship search as a graduate student, but there are also clear limitations. Get tips for using AI in your job search.

A picture of a spotty yellow fish.

How animals get their stripes and spots

Nov. 8, 2023

New ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ Boulder research helps explain how sharp patterns form on zebras, leopards, tropical fish and other creatures. Their findings could inform the development of new high-tech materials and drugs.

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How animals get their skin patterns is a matter of physics

Nov. 8, 2023

Understanding how animals’ intricate spots and stripes form can help scientists mimic those processes in the lab, potentially improving medical diagnostics and synthetic materials in the future. Read from ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ expert Ankur Gupta on The Conversation.

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Should AI read your college essay? It’s complicated

Nov. 8, 2023

Artificial intelligence tools should never replace human admissions officers, says ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ Boulder scientist Sidney D’Mello. But new research suggests these platforms could help colleges and universities identify promising students amid mountains of applications.

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Regents target housing with pair of approvals

Nov. 7, 2023

Regents approved a pair of action items aimed at advancing objectives of the ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ Boulder Campus Master Plan related to increasing housing options for students, faculty and staff. Read about this and other items from the board’s Nov. 7–8 meeting.

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