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uresearch.bsky.social @uresearch.bsky.social · 1d

“Research has always been a focal point for solutions.” 💡

@utah.edu VPR Erin Rothwell highlights how innovation, collaboration, and science remain central to America’s strength.

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Research as a Focal Point for National Solutions - Office of the Vice President for Research

As the federal government shutdown continues, uncertainty can make progress feel paused. Yet moments like this remind us why research matters, and why universities like...

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The University of Utah @utah.edu · 2d

Happy birthday to Nobel Prize winner and #UofU professor and researcher Mario Capecchi!🔬🐁🇮🇹

Capecchi won the Nobel Prize for creating mice with a specific gene turned off, known as “knockout mouse,” a process that helps identify how certain genes behave in humans.

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The University of Utah @utah.edu · 4d

“My Navajo roots stem from my dad’s side. When I found jewelry making, it was something that had been in my family.”

Reconnecting to Indigenous roots through art - @theU

Meet Sarena Boyd, one of 50 artists selling their work at the Indigenous Art Market & Festival on Oct. 11 tp 12 at the Natural...

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uresearch.bsky.social @uresearch.bsky.social · 5d

This morning, VP for Research Erin Rothwell gave the opening remarks at Mental Health, Brain, and Behavioral Science Research Day at the @utah.edu.

The event brings together faculty, students & more to highlight groundbreaking research, foster collaboration & poster presentations. 👏

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The University of Utah @utah.edu · 6d

Exploring the link between hypertension and dementia: Powered by a $21.6 million NIH grant, #UofU researchers will analyze thousands of blood samples collected for past hypertension study in search of markers associated with brain health.

Exploring the link between hypertension and dementia - @theU

Powered by $21.6 million NIH grant, U researchers will analyze thousands of blood samples collected for past hypertension study in search of markers associated with...

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The University of Utah @utah.edu · 7d

Could a fungus provide a blueprint for next-gen hydrogels?
@price.utah.edu researchers demonstrate structural properties in the mycelium of a common soil mold that show promise in biomedical applications

Could a fungus provide a blueprint for next-gen hydrogels? - @theU

U engineering researchers demonstrate structural properties in the mycelium of a common soil mold that show promise in biomedical applications

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National Academy of Sciences @nasonline.org · 10d

The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute has named a trail after #NASmember Phyllis Coley of @utah.edu in honor of her pioneering work on plant defenses and rainforest #ecology. She calls it ‘the greatest honor I could possibly receive.’ 🌿

‘Greatest honor I could possibly receive’ - @theU

The Smithsonian Tropical Institute named a trail after U biologist Phyllis Coley to celebrate her decades of research that’s driven rainforest-derived therapies and shaped our...

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The University of Utah @utah.edu · 10d

We are saddened by the death of medical pioneer and global faith leader Russell M. Nelson.

Nelson passed away on Saturday. A trailblazer in heart surgery, Nelson was a #UofU & led our cardiothoracic program for 20 years. He was also president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Honoring medical trailblazer and global faith leader Russell M. Nelson - @theU

A recognized trailblazer in heart surgery, Nelson was an alum of the U and led the school’s cardiothoracic program for nearly 20 years.

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The University of Utah @utah.edu · 12d

@price.utah.edu engineers have developed a novel high-speed, high-def hyperspectral video camera.

The compact camera captures both color and fine spectral details in a single snapshot, producing a "spectral fingerprint" for every pixel.

U engineers develop a novel high-speed, high-def hyperspectral video camera - @theU

The compact camera captures both color and fine spectral details in a single snapshot, producing a "spectral fingerprint" for every pixel.

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The University of Utah @utah.edu · 14d

And we're @wsj.com's #1 public university in the West!

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The University of Utah @utah.edu · 15d

Melanoma less common in individuals with several tattoos:
Having 2 or more tattoo sessions decreased the risk of both invasive and in situ melanoma, but researchers also found that participants with only one tattoo session were more likely to have melanoma.

Melanoma less common in individuals with several tattoos - @theU

Having 2 or more tattoo sessions decreased the risk of both invasive and in situ melanoma, but researchers also found that participants with only one...

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Fatima Photographer @fatimanawabi.bsky.social · 16d

“Hello, fall! 🍁🍂
“Autumn leaves and pumpkins, please!”
“Sweater weather.”
“Cozy season is here.”
“Fall colors and crisp air

#UtahFall #onlyinutah #utphoto #utwx #autumnvibes #universityofutah

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The University of Utah @utah.edu · 16d

It’s been a decade since Huntsman Mental Health Institute (@uofuhmhi.bsky.social) set out to address these issues of access through the creation of its Behavioral Health Integration program.

10 years of breaking barriers - @theU

It's been a decade since Huntsman Mental Health Institute set out to address these issues of access through the creation of its Behavioral Health Integration...

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U of U's College of Science @uofu-science.bsky.social · 19d

Incredible honor for @utah.edu Professor Emerita Phyllis Coley! The Smithsonian renamed a trail on Panama's Barro Colorado Island as the Phyllis D. Coley Trail, recognizing her 50+ years of groundbreaking research linking rainforest health to human health. science.utah.edu/biology/liss...

‘Greatest honor I could possibly receive’ | College of Science

'Greatest honor I could possibly receive' September 12, 2025 Above: Phyllis "Lissy" Coley at the newly named Phyllis D. Coley Trail on Barro Colorado Island, Panama. Credit: Jorge Aleman "I first went...

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The University of Utah @utah.edu · 19d

As we celebrate our 175-year anniversary, we’re taking a look at some of the University of Utah’s landmarks, including Rice-Eccles Stadium.

Thanks to Devon Dampier for dropping the knowledge on Rice-Eccles! #GoUtes 🏈

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Scientific Computing and Imaging Institute @uusci.bsky.social · 20d

👥 Thank you to everyone who attended our One-U Responsible AI Initiative Symposium last week! Read a recap of what @utah.edu and state leaders said about the future of AI in Utah, and learn about life-changing work from our researchers: rai.utah.edu/symposium-20...

Second Annual Symposium Recap: Initiative Fuels State Leadership in Responsible AI - One-U Responsible AI Initiative

At its second annual Symposium on Friday, September 12, 2025, the University of Utah One-U Responsible Artificial Intelligence Initiative (One-U RAI) showcased how it’s raising...

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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 22d

Our residency with acclaimed artist Toby Wright begins today! 🎨⛰️ If you are in Salt Lake City this week, please join us for an event. Find all the details here: sorensonimpactinstitute.com/toby-wright-...

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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · Sep 3

We are excited to welcome Toby Wright, acclaimed landscape artist and instructor at the Florence Academy of Art, for a week-long residency at @utah.edu exploring the intersection of art, climate science, and environmental humanities. 🌄 Join us! sorensonimpactinstitute.com/toby-wright-...

Exploring Climate Change Through Art. Campus Residency with Artist Toby Wright.

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The University of Utah @utah.edu · 23d

In honor of #HispanicHeritageMonth, our Center for Community and Cultural Engagement is hosting a variety of events across campus today through Oct. 15—all providing a platform to share many Latine nationalities and cultural backgrounds.

The U celebrates Latine Heritage Month - @theU

A series of events has been organized by the U's Center for Community and Cultural Engagement.

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The University of Utah @utah.edu · 27d

#NeverForget 🇺🇸

Students from across campus, including members of our ROTC programs, participated in the annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb this morning at Rice-Eccles Stadium. They climbed the equivalent of 110 stories, memorializing those who lost their lives during on September 11, 2001.

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Scientific Computing and Imaging Institute @uusci.bsky.social · 27d

A major partnership between @utah.edu, NVIDIA, & HPE will accelerate AI-powered research across the state. “This builds on something that’s in the DNA of this university: innovation.”
— @parasharmanish.bsky.social, chief AI officer & SCI director

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Cancer research at the University of Utah should get much faster under new $50M A.I. partnership

The University of Utah wants to put another $50 million toward artificial intelligence to speed up cancer research and get possible cures to patients sooner.

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uresearch.bsky.social @uresearch.bsky.social · Sep 5

Are you protecting your research and your funding? 🧪💸

Join us on Monday, Sept. 8 for a webinar on IP pitfalls + grant compliance with the @utah.edu Technology Licensing team.

🔗 https://luma.com/q29osi5s?utm_source=VPR

#Utah #UResearch #TechnologyLicensing #Innovation #Research

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U of U's College of Science @uofu-science.bsky.social · Sep 2

The @utah.edu's new L. S. Skaggs Applied Science Building features kinetic art installations by Bruce Shapiro, including programmable 15-foot chain sculptures and a robotic sand-drawing piece that demonstrate motion control as an emerging art medium attheu.utah.edu/facultystaff...

Kinetic art adorns L. S. Skaggs Building - @theU

Featured in the atrium and foyer of the L. S. Skaggs Building are the art pieces Three Medusae and Sisyphus, both created by artist Bruce...

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The University of Utah @utah.edu · Sep 2

Utah's “first MRV Plan is a landmark achievement. It not only ensures rigorous accounting of carbon dioxide at the Lisbon Valley Gas Plant, but also highlights the University of Utah as a leader in advancing responsible carbon management.”

EPA approves first MRV plan in Utah - @theU

The plan supports Class II underground injection control wells associated with the Lisbon Valley Gas Plant near Moab, Utah.

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Taylor Randall, UofU President @uofupresident.bsky.social · Aug 30

Get ready to FanUP! With the 2025-26 @utah.edu @utahathletics.bsky.social seasons beginning please join us in extending a very sincere, “Welcome to Utah!” to all, and remember to cheer loud, be Ute Proud, and enjoy the game responsibly. #GoUtes!
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Get ready to FanUP! - @theU

Get ready to FanUP and welcome all to our campus for athletics events.

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uresearch.bsky.social @uresearch.bsky.social · Sep 2

Supporting new moms statewide 🤱

@utah.edu Research is expanding access to prenatal and postpartum care across Utah—bringing critical support right where it's needed most.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.research.utah.edu/research-impact/u-research-study-brings-care-to-new-moms-statewide/

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