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Bridging the communication gap between scientists and communities by giving researchers opportunities to engage the public. Based in Aurora, CO Insta: ProjBridgeCO

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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Meet Heide Ford, PhD! She is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Pharmacology where she studies how tumor cells change during development enabling them to survive in unlikely circumstances! Outside of research, Heide likes to spend her time in the mountains, playing the violin, and reading!
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 09/11/2025
Meet Dr. Katherine Fantauzzo, an associate professor at University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus! She studies how the facial bones develop at the cellular level. Outside of research, she likes to hike and watch independent films!
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
Meet Dr. Martin Breuss, an assistant professor at University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus! Martin studies birth defects in children and how they arise when they aren't present in the patents. He also loves getting outdoors on the bike or playing kick-ball!
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
Meet Dr. Adam Green, an associate professor at Children's Hospital Colorado! Adam studies pediatric gliomas, a type of brain cancer, in order find new treatments. He also loves getting outdoors and singing karaoke!
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
Meet Immunology and Microbiology Professor, Kelly Doran! Kelly studies how bacteria can cause fatal brain infections in newborns, in hopes of uncovering ways to prevent and treat the infection. She also loves being a mother, hiking, and listening to music from Harry Styles!
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 14/08/2025
Hey everyone, meet Lacey! She is a PhD candidate in the Bioengineering Program!
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
Meet Dr. Devin Effinger! He studies how psychedelic drugs work in the brain and how they can be used to treat multiple disorders. Outside of research, Devin runs on trails, climbs rocks, and snowboards!
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
Meet Dr. Kurt Beam! He studies how our brains control the movement of our muscles. Outside of the lab, you might find Kurt tending his vegetable garden!
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
Hey everyone, meet Dr. Robert Dietz, MD, PhD! He studies how brain injuries are different between children and adults. He also likes to play the banjo!
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
ITS HERE! Another PB Gong show! This time we are teaming up with SACNAS to present research in an accessible manner to the public! Come out on August 3rd from 5-7 at Ratio Beerworks. I hear there may even be a $50 people's choice award...
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
Meet Dr. Aimee Bernard! Aimee is involved in science education and communication. She likes to stay active with kick boxing and spending time with her French bulldogs!
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Celebrating Cathy Bodine, PhD, director of our I-Corps@CCTSI program, for her impactful work to improve #accessibility for individuals with #disabilities, especially older adults. Learn more! @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social, @tomflaigmd.bsky.social, @cuinnovations.bsky.social
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Dr. Cathy Bodine: A Lifelong Commitment to Innovation and Inclusion
Dr. Cathy Bodine (PhD ‘02), an esteemed alumna of the University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) and professor of bioengineering in the College of Engineering, Design and Computing, has built an…
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
Measles cases are rising across the US, with 800 reported cases, mostly in Texas, and three confirmed in Colorado. @drhigginsmd.bsky.social of @cupediatrics.bsky.social shares how we can prevent a larger outbreak in CO with increased vaccination rates. 💉 @accordsresearch.bsky.social
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As measles cases increase across the country, can Colorado doctors prevent an outbreak here?
There are more than 800 cases of measles in the U.S., and three of them are in Colorado. So how are health officials working to stop measles from spreading in our state? And what are they doing to…
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
Meet Neuroscience Graduate Student, Danae Mitchell! Danae studies how the skull and brain develop which may help those with neurodevelopmental disorders. She also loves martial arts and the GNX album by Kendrick Lamar! @cudevbio.bsky.social @cupediatrics.bsky.social
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Meet Dr. Ece Bayram! Dr. Bayram studies brain disease, like Parkinson's and how these diseases affect people differently. Dr. Bayram is also a science advocate, explorer and is currently loving the song, Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen!
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
📥 Strut your (science) stuff at the Pediatric Research Poster Session! It's a great opportunity to showcase your research, spark collaborations, and connect with colleagues. Poster deadline: 5/28 📅 June 6, noon-2pm @cupediatrics.bsky.social, @childrensresearch.bsky.social
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Pediatric Poster Session Registration
Poster display highlighting recent and ongoing clinical, translational and basic research activities
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
‪@moadlc.bsky.social‬ is one of our #SciComm video experts and facilitators in our "Communicating Your Science to the Public" workshop series. Check out her essay in Science Magazine’s Working Life section!
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
Meet Dr. Emily Bates! Dr. Bates studies how cells communicate to form our face and brain. She is a curious scientist who loves mentoring students and is passionate about music and outdoor activities! @cupediatrics.bsky.social @cudevbio.bsky.social @emilybateslab.bsky.social
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
Take a tour of our Clinical Translational Research Center (CTRC) with Jose Castillo-Mancilla, MD. Watch to learn about how we conduct #research in our #CTRC! @funsizeimmuninja.bsky.social
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LAB TOUR. CU Clinical and Translational Research Center (CTRC) with TLaS
Have you ever wondered what the doctors and scientists do on the University of Colorado Anschutz medical campus? If you answered 'YES,' this video is for you...
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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
Kyla Ost, PhD, a fungi researcher and assistant professor of immunology and microbiology, answers the question on the minds of many “The Last of Us” fans ⬇️
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Are Fungi Going to Turn Us into Zombies? Probably Not.
HBO's hit show 'The Last of Us' has many wondering about whether cordyceps fungi can turn us into zombies. We asked a CU fungi researcher.
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Meet Dr. Beth Tamburini! Dr. Tamburini studies how the immune system works to protect us infection. She is also a lover of the outdoors, and once worked as a wildland fire fighter!
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The Science Bridge Podcast @sciencebridgepod.bsky.social · 29/03/2025
Its the weekend!! Why not go outside, pop in an earbud, and relax with our amazing interviews with the researchers of the medicines of tomorrow here with the Science Bridge. open.spotify.com/show/0Q0bn3G...
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The Science Bridge
Podcast · Project Bridge at CU Anschutz · Join us as we explore groundbreaking research at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado. Hosted by current research trainees, this biweekly podcast d...
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ACCORDS @accordsresearch.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
To close out Women's History Month, we're sharing this feature from the CU Dept. of Family Medicine, which highlights ACCORDS Director, Jerica Berge, PhD, MPH, LMFT, CFLE, and our Qualitative & Mixed Methods Core Director, Brooke Dorsey Holliman PhD, MA. news.cuanschutz.edu/family-medic...
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Shining a Spotlight on our DFM Women in STEM for Women’s History Month!
Celebrating Women's History month by recognizing inspiring women in STEM from the Department of Family Medicine.
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
Congrats to the recipients of the 2025 University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Research Awards, which recognize the dedication and hard work of our research community. Their outstanding contributions are paving the way for future research impact!
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Awards Ceremony Celebrates Research Excellence
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus honored recipients of the 2025 CU Anschutz Research Awards on Feb. 19 during a hybrid ceremony.
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
Thats our Vice President! Congrats Art!
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The Science Bridge Podcast @sciencebridgepod.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
Hey everyone! We’ve reached 5 episodes! Our newest interview with Post-Doc Alum and @activemotifusa.bsky.social’s Dr. Rwik Sen is up and running! Come listen to his journey from academic craniofacial research to the private sector now!! open.spotify.com/show/0Q0bn3G...
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Ep #5: Dr. Rwik Sen on becoming a Field Application Scientist
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The Science Bridge Podcast @sciencebridgepod.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
Our third episode is now live! We talked with Dr. Curtis Henry about his scientific journey, his research on cells in the immune system (T-cells), and the importance of diversity! We hope you enjoy this episode!
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
Meet Dr. Tonya Brunetti! Dr. Brunetti studies the 'written language' in your DNA to uncover why cells act certain ways. She is also a huge baker, fashion fan and animal lover!
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
STEM Poster Day this year was a success! Thank you to all our volunteers, organizers and presenters! Check out the CU Newsroom article about this here: news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/ste...
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
Join us for the 16th Annual Women's Health Research Day hosted by the Ludeman Family Center for Women's Health Research at @cuanschutz.bsky.social! Sessions are free to attend and are open to students, staff, faculty and the community. 📅 March 20
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Summary - Women's Health Research Day 2025
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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
On Tuesday, young CU School of Medicine researchers showcased their work at the annual STEM Poster Day at the Colorado State Capitol ⬇️ news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/ste...
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Defend Public Health @defendpublichealth.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
Excellent piece by Dr. Aimee Bernard and colleagues about the enormous importance of federal funding for scientific research. frontporchne.com/opinion-the-... @funsizeimmuninja.bsky.social
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Opinion: The Critical Need for Science Funding | Front Porch
As chairs of the basic science departments, we are compelled to address a matter of utmost urgency: the critical need for funding in scientific research. In an era where scientific advancements hold t...
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Christy Niemeyer, PhD @csniemeyerphd.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
Today’s STEM Day at the capital was a success! My students worked so hard on making posters that were accessible and highlighted all the important work we are doing! @projbridgeco.bsky.social @cuanschutz.bsky.social
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
SAVE THE DATE: Come out to the CO capitol March 11 to connect with local scientists! STEM Poster Day is one of our most exciting events where we are able to communicate with the public and our local government! Science communication is more important than ever right now!
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hasselljames.bsky.social @hasselljames.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
@lindseyforco.bsky.social & @shannonbird4co.bsky.social I live in y'alls district and will be talking about the link between sugar on the 🧠 and Alzheimer's in @drkimberleybruce.bsky.social 's lab at @cuanschutz.bsky.social with @projbridgeco.bsky.social. Hope to see y'all there!
Title of the brochure is STEM poster day at the capitol. Text below reads, Colorado scientists will be presenting their research to legislators and members of the public. The event is open to everyone, and we invite you to atrend! When, March 11th, 2025 9:30 am- 12:00 pm, where, Colorado state capitol, wedt foyer, who, ooen to the public!
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
In today's fast-paced, information-rich world, effectively communicating your research is more important than ever. But where do you start? That’s where The Dissemination Inspiration Library comes in. 🌐 Inspiration Library: buff.ly/3UPWSca @bmkwan.bsky.social, @heathergilmartin.bsky.social
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The Science Bridge Podcast @sciencebridgepod.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
Hi everyone! Our third episode is now available! For this episode, we sat down with Destiny DeNicola, the 2023 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) winner at CU Anschutz. We talked with Destiny about her journey into science, her research as a molecular biology PhD student, and her experience as a 3MT competitor!
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
How is medical research helping kids with cystic fibrosis? Jordana Hoppe, MD, of Children's Hospital Colorado is advancing what one parent calls a "miracle" CF drug with her research at our pediatric Clinical Translational Research Center. @cupediatrics.bsky.social, @cumedicalschool.bsky.social
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Research conducted at the CCTSI continues to advance “miracle drug” for kids with cystic fibrosis
Research at CCTSI advances new CF drug, ALYFTREK, improving treatment and survival rates for children with cystic fibrosis.
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Aimee Pugh Bernard @funsizeimmuninja.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
Check out this op-ed written by all 6 basic science chairs at CU Anschutz and me about the critical need for science funding frontporchne.com
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Front Porch - NE Denver Community Newspaper Sharing Local Voices
The Front Porch is one of the largest community newspapers for advertising in NE Denver. Your Ad gets great visibility based on both quality and quantity.
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The Science Bridge Podcast @sciencebridgepod.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
Hey! Are you interested in medical science? Do you want to get to know the people behind the scenes of medical research? Tune in now to the Science Bridge Podcast!! We’ve got 4 episodes up and running, with many more interviews with the scientists at UC Anschutz on the way!
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Meet Dr. Kim Arena! Dr. Arena studies development and injury of the spinal cord using fish! She loves the outdoors, especially the ocean and trails and has a love for pop punk music and fantasy books like Fourth Wing!
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
Meet Dr. Abhirupa Ghosh! Dr. Ghosh studies how bacteria are able to resist antibiotic treatments using bioinformatics. She has also been a lifetime lover of nature and enjoys painting and reading!
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
Overwhelmed by conflicting health advice? Misinformation is rampant in the realm of health and nutrition. @funsizeimmuninja.bsky.social of the CU Anschutz Dept of Immunology & Microbiology explains how to spot misinformation to help you distinguish valid health information from pseudoscience.
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Nutrition advice is rife with misinformation − a medical education specialist explains how to tell valid health information from pseudoscience
It’s easy to get caught up in the promise of quick health fixes, but they are generally too good to be true.
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
SAVE THE DATE: Come out to the CO capitol March 11 to connect with local scientists! STEM Poster Day is one of our most exciting events where we are able to communicate with the public and our local government! Science communication is more important than ever right now!
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
Winter wonderland or @cuanschutz.bsky.social? Feeling extra cozy on campus today. ❄️
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University of Colorado Anschutz @cuanschutz.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
#CUAnschutz researchers have discovered that some CAR-T cells engineered to fight #cancer and other conditions carry the memory of past encounters with bacteria, viruses and other antigens within them, a finding that may allow scientists to manufacture the cells in more precise and targeted ways. ⬇️
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CAR-T Cells Hold Memories of Past Encounters
Researchers have found that some CAR-T cells engineered to fight cancer and other conditions carry the memory of past encounters with antigens.
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Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) @cctsi.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
Stop by the Pediatric Research Poster Session tomorrow. Come to encourage new collaborations and ideas! buff.ly/2M3vPab 🕒 Noon-2pm 📍 Children's Hospital Colorado's Conference Center on the 2nd floor in Mt. Princeton and Mt. Yale. @cupediatrics.bsky.social
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The Science Bridge Podcast @sciencebridgepod.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
Our second episode is now live! We interviewed immunologist Dr. Aimee Bernard on her journey into science, her passion for teaching, and the need for effective science communication.
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Project Bridge CO @projbridgeco.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
The deadline for STEM poster day at the capitol has been EXTENDED to Jan 31! Submit your abstract soon to secure a spot. This is a great opportunity to talk to legislatures about science and why it is important :-)
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The Science Bridge Podcast @sciencebridgepod.bsky.social · 13/01/2025
We are so excited to launch our podcast on January 15! To follow our other social media accounts, as well as listen to the podcast, please see our Linktree! linktr.ee/sciencebridg...
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Connecting scientists with their communities
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