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Why is #AI so powerful? It can learn as it goes.
After it ran 25,000 experiments, a robot at @BU_Tweets learned to make an ideal material for absorbing crushing impacts, now being field tested in next-gen @USArmy helmets: bit.ly/3DuEoYW.
📹: KABlab, Boston Univ.
BU Federal Relations retweeted
BU President Melissa Gilliam joined @MassGovernor to announce the launch of the Massachusetts AI Hub. The AI strategy outlined today will support innovation, drive economic growth, and fuel life changing research! #TeamMassachusetts 💻🤖
Proud to see @BUCollegeofENG Prof. Irving Bigio's skin cancer detection device featured in this @UMR4NIH fact sheet about the amazing things made possible through investments in @NIH
NIH-funded medical research & collaborations make amazing things possible. Check out these life-changing innovations from @BU_Tweets @thermofisher and @ucsf #keepNIHstrong @https://www.unitedformedicalresearch.org/reports/amazing-things/
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The Newbury Center, established in 2021, along with FLIP@BU and the First Generation Students Support Group, offers a space for BU's first-generation students to connect. Watch this video of first-gen students sharing their experiences.
BU Federal Relations retweeted
Four @bualumni running for reelection, including @AOC, @JenKiggans, @RepLoisFrankel, and @RepPressley, won their races Tuesday night. With the House and Senate likely to be under GOP control, they will continue serving their constituents.
Keep reading ➡️ spr.ly/6010SoonA
ALT Photo: A composite image of four women. From left to right they are Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Jen Kiggans, Lois Frankel, and Ayanna Pressley
Thrilled to see @BUMedicine Prof. Dennis Jones (@DJonesLab) has been honored as a Cancer Moonshot Scholar through @theNCI! Learn more about his work and the work of fellow Cancer Moonshot Scholars here ➡️ whitehouse.gov/ostp/news-upd…
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@BUCollegeofENG's Alexander Green has won the 2024 NIH Director’s Transformative Research Award, which will fund his project aimed at enhancing cancer treatments and therapies. #ProudtoBU
Learn more ➡️ spr.ly/6017Uokgh
BU Federal Relations retweeted
Our research is growing, and so are we! You can now follow us on LinkedIn for groundbreaking discoveries, important news for researchers, and opportunities to engage with our mission to do research that matters.
Find us on LinkedIn ➡️ linkedin.com/showcase/bu-res…
ALT Follow us: Boston University Office of Research
BU Federal Relations retweeted
Don’t forget to vote, whether you live in Massachusetts or any other state! No excuses. We have a guide with everything you need to know, whether you’re voting by mail or in person, including deadlines and links for how to register.
Read on ➡️spr.ly/6011U3Wgh
ALT Photo: Many small, round stickers with an American flag print that say "I Voted" in blue text
BU Federal Relations retweeted
As an estimated 2,000 people looked on, Melissa L. Gilliam was installed as Boston University’s 11th president at an inauguration ceremony at Agganis Arena on September 27. The historic event was marked by pageantry, music, and a nod to BU’s rich history. ❤️🐾
Take a look 👀⬇️
Great to see this group of university, patient advocacy, an industry leaders -- including @BUCollegeofENG Dean @EliseFMorganPhD -- meeting with @NIHDirector Dr. Bertagnolli yesterday.
So pleased to have @NIHDirector join leaders from UMR member organizations today to discuss opportunities and challenges ahead for biomedical research and NIH funding. Thank you Dr. Bertagnolli for sharing your perspective and for your important leadership. #keepNIHstrong
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It was great meeting @BU_Tweets’ new President Dr. Melissa Gilliam to share my experience as a proud BU alumna and hear more about BU’s efforts to meet today’s challenges, including combating antisemitism on campus and promoting a more inclusive community. Go Terriers!
Today @BU_Tweets President Melissa Gilliam met with wonderful friends on Capitol Hill, including @RepAuchincloss (1/3)
ALT BU President Melissa Gilliam with Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D-MA).
Thank you to @WhipKClark for a great conversation with @BU_Tweets President Melissa Gilliam today (2/3)
ALT BU President Melissa Gilliam with House Minority Whip Katherine Clark (D-MA)
A delightful meeting between @BU_Tweets President Melissa Gilliam and BU alumna @RepLoisFrankel (D-FL and @BU_CAS) on Capitol Hill today. (3/3)
ALT Congresswoman Lois Frankel (D-FL) and BU President Melissa Gilliam.
BU Federal Relations retweeted
Check out the BU Today Close-up on the 2024 Conference of New England Governors and Eastern Canadian Premiers hosted by @BU_Tweets! 🌟 Learn more ⬇️ spr.ly/6010WWCLM
BU Federal Relations retweeted
This year, BU welcomes 76 new Menino and Community Service scholars to campus. The scholarships are awarded annually to eligible @BostonSchools graduates. Read their inspiring stories and hear about financial aid's impact on their lives.
Details ➡️spr.ly/6010WywM2
ALT Photo: This year’s class of Boston Public Schools students earning Thomas M. Menino Scholarships and Community Service Award winners at a reception in the lobby of the Questrom School of Business
ALT Photo: Four students with name tags standing in Boston University's Questrom School of Business lobby.
BU Federal Relations retweeted
What does it take to run a city of 650,000 residents? BU City Scholars Summer Fellows dive deep into city governance! Rising juniors and seniors, who are @BostonSchools alumni and Menino or Community Service Award recipients, intern with @CityOfBoston departments and City Councilors. This year, 10 students served as interns. Check out the article ➡️ bu.edu/articles/2024/terrier… to hear from this year’s interns!
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More than 3,300 new students officially joined BU during the University’s Matriculation ceremony and events. 🐾 ❤️
“Class of 2028: Today is the first day of a great adventure. Have a wonderful time along the way, and take care of each other while you do.” - President Gilliam
BU Federal Relations retweeted
Boston University's Move-in has started with the new president, Melissa L. Gilliam, welcoming students at Kilachand Hall on Bay State Road. She plans to greet more students at Warren Towers and have lunch with new students and their families this week.
📸: Jackie Ricciardi
ALT Photo: President Melissa Gilliam greets students and parents as they move into Kilachand Hall