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Spotted Science in CU: Poison Dart Frogs Take Over Neil Street

Katie Brady

If you have recently driven down Neil Street, you may have noticed that some new, and colorful, neighbors moved in at Dixon Graphics. Alerted by the bright colors and patterns…

'Roots of Genomics' installation celebrates the diverse history within the field of genomics

Shelby Lawson

Explore the rich history of genomics in the latest installation inside the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology, titled ‘Roots of Genomics’. This new artwork beckons…

Genomics workshop equips judges with knowledge to navigate emerging legal questions

Shelby Lawson

Advances in genomics research and technology are providing a more comprehensive understanding of how our genetic code interacts with our environment to influence our health,…

For middle schoolers at Pollen Power camp, curiosity blooms

Shelby Lawson

Plants are diverse organisms capable of communication, self-defense, and forming cooperative partnerships with insects; yet these remarkable abilities are often overlooked in…

Full STEAM ahead for science! Another year of STEAM TRAIN comes to completion

Shelby Lawson

What do marine ecosystems, worm regeneration, and a soccer-themed video game have in common? On the surface, perhaps nothing, but these are some of the fascinating projects…

Genomics for Faith explores potential and ethics of stem cell research

Shelby Lawson

Recently, the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology hosted the third installment of its Genomics for Faith workshop series — a part of the broader Genomics forTM program…

Genome Day brings the wonders of genetics and nature to life

Kevin Neumann

From microorganisms and DNA extraction to poison frogs and lemon-scented ants, the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology’s Genome Day brought science to life across a…

Community-wide collaborative art piece features locally foraged flora and fauna

Shelby Lawson

Did you ever collect something from nature as a kid, preserving it to recall cherished memories later in time? Capturing the beauty and wonder of the natural world through…

Wikipedia edit-a-thon event series seeks to increase STEM representation

Shelby Lawson

Women have made significant contributions in STEM, and have become increasingly prevalent in the STEM community. However, their online visibility, particularly regarding their…

Genomics for Faith discusses gene editing with local faith communities

Shelby Lawson

Technological advancements in genomics have led to major developments in the areas of medicine, energy, and agriculture, that are impacting society at large. Due to the pace of…

Pollen Power camp inspires new generation of budding young scientists

Shelby Lawson

Everyone knows about space camp, but have you heard of plant camp? Pollen Power summer camp, hosted by the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology, offers local middle…

STEAM TRAIN pulls into the station for another successful year

Shelby Lawson

An engineered bazooka designed to launch candy, a 3D-printed novel board game, an ecological experiment with fish, and a magnetically powered trebuchet. You may guess that…