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- Creative Super Bowl ads win big. Whether they spark conversation or controversy, bold choices make the biggest impact. Jeff Gillette from @CUBoulderCMDI reflects on how daring campaigns like Coca-Cola’s polar bear livestream build enduring brand engagement. #SBLX bit.ly/46s7TX1
- At @cuengineering.bsky.social, researchers are pioneering plasma tunnel technology to simulate planetary atmospheres. This work enables engineers to test heat-resistant materials and improved steering capabilities, ensuring greater protection for space explorers. bit.ly/4bvu3uW
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- A new device by engineers and medical researchers at CU Boulder and @cuanschutz.bsky.social is capable of measuring the quality of red blood cells — and can fit in the palm of your hand. Learn how this ‘lab on a chip’ could revolutionize blood transfusions ↓ bit.ly/4qa0liC
- Researchers at @cuengineering.bsky.social are making waves in water technology. With a cutting-edge technique called stimulated Raman scattering (SRS), scientists can quickly spot what’s clogging filters, paving the way for sustainable access to clean water. bit.ly/4r0Cy5x
- Did you know Colorado’s mountain streams are home to rare earth metals? Scientists at CU Boulder’s Institute of Arctic and Alpine Research (@instaar.bsky.social) are researching eco-friendly ways to extract them, supporting a cleaner environment. bit.ly/3Ny3ifk
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- Can ultraprocessed foods lead to more aggressive behavior? A paper co-authored by CU Boulder researcher Christopher Lowry suggests that ultraprocessed foods can negatively affect the microbiome and thus increase risk factors for rash behavior. bit.ly/3YSsBv4
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- CU Boulder alumna Dr. Laura Stiles (AeroEngr MS'11, PhD'13), the director of New Shepard Launch Operations at Blue Origin, will be joining the NS-38 mission tomorrow as the new sixth crew member! More via Blue Origin ↓ bit.ly/3NV7kys
- A team at the College of Engineering has developed an advanced surface acoustic wave phonon laser — a quantum device that uses tiny vibrations to process signals — which could help wireless devices, like your smartphone, become faster and more energy efficient. bit.ly/49DqgJo
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- Nobel Laureate and Biochemistry Professor Tom Cech will deliver a talk this Wednesday at the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland. His message: RNA research is still a big deal. #WEF26 Tune in live ↓ bit.ly/4jPzvuN
- Curious about the universe’s deepest mysteries? Research from the College of Arts and Sciences examines how galaxies develop and merge through supermassive black holes. Read more about these cosmic collisions and how they have shaped our universe. ↓ bit.ly/4sKPzlp
- Ever wondered how your winter jacket keeps you warm? Today’s jackets are warmer, lighter and more comfortable than ever before. Learn about the science behind the jackets from CU Engineering experts Longji Cui and Wan Xiong, via @us.theconversation.com. bit.ly/45I5siH
- Picture a quantum device 100 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair. Thanks to CU Engineering, this breakthrough brings large-scale quantum computing closer to reality. bit.ly/3NeUhYt
- Some day, you may be able to reduce heat loss from your windows without sacrificing natural light. 🪟☀️ Physicists at CU Boulder have designed a new kind of window insulation that is long-lasting and almost completely transparent. Explore the science behind the invention ↓ bit.ly/3LAjCeW
- Want to make your New Year’s resolutions stick? Consider an app to track your goals. In our latest CUriosity, Alix Barasch, associate professor of marketing at the Leeds School of Business, says keeping a streak packs a powerful psychological punch. Learn more ↓ bit.ly/49e0jkE
- One day, microrobots could deliver drugs to hard-to-reach places in your body. Researchers at CU Boulder have created tiny “active particles” that change shape and self-propel in response to electrical fields. Learn how the particles work ↓ bit.ly/4szpi9K
- Did you know that imagining a positive encounter with someone can make you like them more? New research led by CU Boulder and @mpicbs.bsky.social found that the brain responds to imagined events in similar ways to real experiences. Explore the findings ↓ bit.ly/3Y8WyGQ
- Can cannabis be used to treat cannabis addiction? 🔬 CU Boulder researchers are studying whether a cannabinoid-based approach could ease cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Learn more ↓ bit.ly/4p1DYLE
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- Arctic ecosystems are on the brink of change. 🌊 New research from @instaar.bsky.social predicts disrupted phytoplankton blooms by 2100, impacting life throughout the Arctic Ocean. Read more ↓ bit.ly/4aoXsqa
- Happy New Year, Buffs! 🎉 We’re looking forward to celebrating CU Boulder’s 150th anniversary throughout 2026. Learn more about the upcoming events honoring the university’s incredible legacy. ↓ bit.ly/3LfrQcb What are you celebrating this year?
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- What will astronauts learn on the Moon’s south pole? 🌑 CU Boulder’s @laspatcu.bsky.social is developing lunar instruments for NASA’s Artemis IV mission, backed by a $25M grant to advance science on the lunar surface. Read more ↓ bit.ly/3YHEfZw
- Curious about where your food comes from, robotic deep-sea jellyfish, Colorado’s wild winds or how AI is changing the way we grieve? Explore CU Boulder’s research stories you may have missed in 2025 and see how groundbreaking science is shaping our future. ↓ bit.ly/459n5HW
- CU Boulder engineers are pushing DNA origami to the next level. 🧬 Assistant Professor Mirela Alistar and Postdoctoral Researcher Joshua Johnson are developing nanorobots that could build custom DNA in days, not weeks. Read more ↓ bit.ly/4iHRsdX
- CU Boulder researchers keep pushing the boundaries of discovery, from space science to bioengineering to cutting-edge nanomaterials. See how big “what if” questions are turning into real breakthroughs ↓ bit.ly/4pXW4iS
- Happy holidays, Buff Nation 🌟🌄
- What makes blind-box toys so irresistible? 🎁 CU Boulder’s Ying Zeng explains how the viral Labubu blind box craze taps into curiosity, identity, and our social instincts. Read more ↓ bit.ly/4rIsXl7
- Think a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ beats ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ every time? New research from CU Boulder shows online ratings often reflect a “vibe” influenced by price, expectations, and emotion, not just quality. Read before you buy! bit.ly/4qkYSXq
- New cires.colorado.edu research shows that winter clouds in the Arctic may be warming the region more than expected. ☁️ Using surface observations from Alaska’s North Slope, scientists uncovered how shifting cloud patterns are influencing rising temperatures. Read more ↓ bit.ly/3MtD4tQ
- CU Boulder physicist Jun Ye was named in @unesco.org's Quantum 100 list! He has revolutionized how scientists measure time, developing #quantum technologies that can track the passage of time with never-before-seen accuracy and precision. bit.ly/4pYqO3i
- CU Advisory: Power has been fully restored to main campus. Many trees have fallen around campus. Cleanup is underway and will take several days. Please continue to use caution if on campus. Visit alerts.colorado.edu for updates.
- CU Advisory: CU Boulder will resume standard winter break weekend operating hours on Saturday, Dec. 20. We strongly encourage people to refrain from coming to campus due to ongoing power and traffic impacts and downed trees. More info on alerts.colorado.edu.
- CU Advisory: Downed trees and limbs reported around campus. Report downed trees, facilities impacts to OCC: 303-492-5522. The Mountain Research Station and NW corner of main campus along University between Broadway and 17th are without power. Updates on alerts.colorado.edu
- CU URGENT ALERT: #CUBoulder has issued an Administrative Closure for Friday, Dec. 19, due to forecasted high winds, planned power outages and high fire danger. Visit alerts.colorado.edu for more information. Stay safe, Buffs.
- Why hasn’t it snowed much this year, and what does that mean for Colorado? ❄️ In our latest episode of CUriosity, @cires.colorado.edu atmospheric scientist and professor Jennifer Kay talks about why this season has been so dry. Learn more ↓ bit.ly/3L4pJb0
- CU Advisory: Another significant weather event to enter Boulder on Friday morning. Campus will communicate any operational impacts by end of day Thursday, Dec. 18. Visit alerts.colorado.edu for updates.
- CU URGENT ALERT: #CUBoulder has issued a 2-hour delayed start for Thursday, Dec. 18, due to weather impacts. The campus will open at 10 a.m. Visit alerts.colorado.edu for more information. Stay safe, Buffs.
- CU Advisory: Wind gusts reaching up to 90 MPH to last through 5 p.m. Power outages on campus include: -Williams Village -Buildings along University Ave between Broadway and 17th Report downed trees & facilities impacts on campus to OCC, 303-492-5522.
- CU Advisory: CU Boulder anticipates power impacts to the northwest corner of main campus along University Avenue between Broadway and 17th Street today. Visit alerts.colorado.edu for updates.
- CU URGENT ALERT: CU Boulder has issued an Administrative Closure for Wednesday, December 17, 2025, due to forecasted high winds and planned power outages in Boulder County. All classes, including online (asynchronous) classes, are canceled. Visit alerts.colorado.edu for more information.
- CU ADVISORY: High winds may impact campus and the surrounding area tomorrow, Dec. 17. CU Boulder is monitoring potential operational impacts to campus. Learn more at alerts.colorado.edu #cowx
- What if hundreds of mental health diagnoses aren’t as different as we think? 🧬 New CU Boulder and Mass General Brigham research published in Nature finds they may all trace back to just five genetic categories. Read more ↓ bit.ly/4iZa89q
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- A new angle in cancer treatment: sound. 🔬 CU Boulder researchers are testing ultrasound techniques that safely soften tumors. Learn more ↓ bit.ly/4j1Fr3l
- A “smart” toilet design in rural Cambodia showed real promise for protecting household health and the environment, but a crucial behavioral piece was missing. New research led by CU Boulder’s James Harper reveals what it takes for tech to succeed on the ground. bit.ly/4piHbaR
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- CU Boulder is leading in global climate action. 🌎 The annual Right Here, Right Now Summit will be jointly hosted by @ox.ac.uk Saïd and UN Human Rights, with co-hosting support from leading universities worldwide, including CU Boulder. bit.ly/48zKt3z
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- A new paper by CU Boulder clinical psychologist June Gruber — with collaborators from Cornell University — calls out the overlooked 'silver linings' of psychiatric disorders and calls on the field to acknowledge and incorporate them when working with patients. bit.ly/44pyLpI
- Big quantum news! The DOE just renewed $125M for the Quantum Systems Accelerator, powering the next 5 years of breakthroughs in quantum computing and sensing. CU Boulder (via Q-SEnSE) is one of 15 partners driving this work. bit.ly/3MaKrGC
- CU Boulder researchers are setting controlled fires inside wind tunnels to study how wildfire spreads across different terrain.💨 As the Marshall Fire anniversary approaches, this work helps scientists improve prediction and helps communities prepare. Full story ↓ bit.ly/4iRyNfZ
- Could these bursts shape habitability? 🌌 New CU Boulder research sheds light on stellar flares from TRAPPIST-1, a small but fiery star hosting seven Earth-sized planets. Read more ↓ bit.ly/4iIi1zW
- AI-manipulated videos aren’t just an online problem, they could threaten fairness in U.S. courtrooms. A new report from CU Boulder’s Visual Evidence Lab urges training for judges and jurors to spot deepfakes before they sway justice. bit.ly/4alX0c4
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- Pikas are icons of Colorado’s high country, but new @instaar.bsky.social research shows their future may be at risk. Fewer young pikas are surviving in some Rocky Mountain sites, a trend scientists say could signal the impacts of a warming climate. 🏔️ Read more ↓ bit.ly/4ineM0v
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- As you prepare for finals, you may want to reconsider pulling an all-nighter. 💤 Sleep expert Ken Wright, director of the Sleep and Chronobiology Laboratory at CU Boulder, weighs in on how even one night of missed sleep can really hurt us. ↓ bit.ly/4ixBjrA
