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Scientists at CU Boulder have created tiny glass racetracks that capture and amplify light with almost no energy loss, potentially revolutionizing sensors and quantum computers. The breakthrough uses highway-inspired curves and sub-nanometer precision to keep light circulating longer than ever before.
Graduate students at the University of Colorado Boulder are bringing back a beloved program that offers free tax preparation to thousands of qualifying residents. The service runs through April 11 and helps people earning $67,000 or less get their taxes done right.
A new startup uses AI to forecast equipment failures at wind and solar farms before they happen, potentially saving millions in repair costs. The technology could make renewable energy more reliable and affordable.
Boulder, Colorado just released an ambitious climate roadmap targeting 70% emission cuts by 2030 and a carbon-positive city by 2040. The plan prioritizes affordability, health, and protecting neighborhoods most vulnerable to climate change.
Boulder County is putting $2 million into the hands of community members who have creative ideas to tackle climate challenges. Applications open July 1 for grants up to $400,000 that prioritize frontline communities most affected by climate impacts.
Nearly 100 Boulder households counted every piece of plastic they used for seven days, revealing that food packaging makes up two-thirds of their plastic waste. Now the city wants even more families to join this July's count to build a clearer picture of how to cut plastic pollution.
More than 90 volunteers in Boulder County donate nearly 2,500 hours each year to decide where community funding goes. Their work ensures donations reach the nonprofits that need them most.
The Sundance Film Festival is recruiting 2,000 volunteers for its January event in Boulder, offering free screenings, exclusive events, and a chance to be part of one of film's biggest celebrations. Applications open August 31 for anyone interested, no film experience required.
Researchers at CU Boulder have developed a revolutionary material made from staple-shaped particles that can lock together into strong structures, then instantly fall apart with simple vibrations. The breakthrough could transform how we build and recycle everything from bridges to robots.
An off-duty firefighter trapped under a 400-pound boulder on a remote Colorado peak freed their own crushed leg and used iPhone satellite tech to call for rescue from 13,400 feet. The dramatic helicopter rescue on the climber's final military flight shows how technology and teamwork save lives in impossible places.
Scientists finally cracked the puzzle of why asteroid Bennu looked so unexpectedly rocky when NASA's spacecraft arrived. The answer hiding inside samples brought back to Earth reveals a fractured world that changes how we understand asteroids.
Scientists finally solved a puzzle that stumped them for nearly two decades: why asteroid Bennu looked nothing like they expected. The answer hiding inside rocks from space just changed what we know about our solar system.
High school students from across Colorado will pitch their business ideas this Sunday at CU Boulder, competing for scholarships and a chance to launch real-world solutions. The finals showcase how young innovators are already tackling challenges in their communities.
Hundreds of young researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz are making the discoveries that lead to tomorrow's medical breakthroughs. Their recent celebration shows how passion and mentorship are fueling the next generation of health science leaders.
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A Colorado scientist's breakthrough research is transforming treatment for children with a devastating rare disease, bringing relief after years of pain. Two patients are already showing remarkable improvement from a new therapy approach.
A Colorado scientist's decade of detective work just gave hope to families battling Blau syndrome, a genetic disease affecting fewer than 1,000 Americans. Two patients are already seeing remarkable results.
Researchers at CU Anschutz discovered what triggers the autoimmune attack in type 1 diabetes and are now developing ways to stop it. The breakthrough could lead to therapies that delay or prevent the disease affecting 9.5 million people worldwide.
Scientists at the University of Colorado Boulder are studying pythons' remarkable ability to grow and shrink their hearts without damage, hoping to unlock treatments for human heart disease. The snakes can fast for months while maintaining muscle strength and boost their metabolism up to 40 times after eating.
Six teen teams just pitched their startup ideas at the University of Colorado Boulder and walked away with $25,000 in scholarships. From smart water bottles to apps that donate restaurant points to teachers, these young entrepreneurs are solving real problems.
Northwestern University researchers successfully steered people's dreams toward unsolved puzzles, and 75% dreamed about the problems they were cued to think about. Those who dreamed about specific puzzles solved them twice as often the next morning.
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