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Confused by online health advice? @funsizeimmuninja.bsky.social of the CU Anschutz Dept of Immunology & Microbiology explains how to distinguish fact from pseudoscience. "One good rule of thumb is that health hacks that promise quick fixes are almost always too good to be true."

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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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Registration is live for the ACCORDS and @cctsi.bsky.social D&I Science for Researchers Workshop: Strengthening the Application of Theories, Models, and Frameworks in Implementation Research. Applications for didactics and intensives are due March 31st, 2025. Register today! buff.ly/4iB8Dgn

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Are you an early career investigator? Our Clinical Faculty Scholars Program offers mentorship, grant-writing support, and guidance to help you secure career development awards. Learn more! buff.ly/3PQUY8g @hdaylum.bsky.social, @cudivofid.bsky.social, @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social

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We're excited to join Bluesky! At the UW Institute for Clinical & Translational Research, we're guided by a vision of improving the health of all in Wisconsin. We help researchers advance their projects and their careers through tailored services, training, and funding. Learn more: ictr.wisc.edu

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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: https://buff.ly/3UPWSca @bmkwan.bsky.social, @heathergilmartin.bsky.social

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Kudos to CCTSI researcher, Kristine Erlandson, MD, for her work in helping people with HIV age successfully! Learn more in this heartwarming story of scientific progress.

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We are proud to be advancing science, discovery, health, and healing at an R1 Top-Tier Research University!

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“There’s going to be a missing age class of researchers that will reverberate for years.” scim.ag/3ERRLDo

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Melissa Griffith, MD, and Larry Moreland, MD of @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social are investigating if CAR T cells can be used against autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. The goal is to develop longer-lasting and more effective treatments. ▶️ https://buff.ly/4g5iSYs

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Celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth with Dr. Jennifer Christie! A leader in DEI, she co-founded ASGE’s Elevate Initiative and mentors minority fellows, students & future physicians nationwide. Her dedication to the Black community is inspiring! 🌟💙 #BHM #Mentorship #MedSky

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Jumpstart your entrepreneurial journey! Apply for the I-Corps@CCTSI customer discovery workshop and let us help you bring your research to the market. Designed for faculty, staff and students! https://buff.ly/4axI5ts @cupediatrics.bsky.social, @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social #innovation

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Take your research project to the next level with our Research Studio program! Register for this 90-minute consultation featuring three to five specially selected experts who will evaluate your research plan. https://buff.ly/3xZuDQm @cudivofid.bsky.social, @cupediatrics.bsky.social

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Exciting results from the CORAL Lab at @cuanschutz.bsky.social show that creative arts therapy reduces psychological distress and burnout symptoms among non-patient-facing healthcare workers. Some of our CCTSI faculty and staff participated! @cumedicalschool.bsky.social https://buff.ly/419lsZm

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The FDA recently approved the drug Alyftrek for cystic fibrosis patients (6+) with specific mutations. The trial, led by Jordana Hoppe, MD, of @cumedicalschool.bsky.social, took place at our pediatric Clinical Translational Research Center! @cupediatrics.bsky.social @cumedicalschool.bsky.social

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It was great to see YLE on @pbsnews.bsky.social!

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Nervous when the next #Seizure in seizure-prone #Neonates will strike? Predictive modeling finetunes necessary #cEEG duration to identify electroencephalographic seizures for various risk profiles: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/... #NICU #TranslationalScience

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Over 7,000 rare diseases affect more than 30 million people in the United States! Register to attend Rare Disease Day to learn about and engage in dialogue around rare diseases. https://buff.ly/4jhov8E #NCATS, #NIH, #FDA, #raredisease

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Colorado joined 21 other states in suing the Trump administration over NIH funding cuts that could devastate medical research. @cuanschutz.bsky.social alone could lose $74 million, jeopardizing public health and access to life-saving medical interventions. @cumedicalschool.bsky.social

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An HIV diagnosis is no longer a death sentence, but for many, living a long life with the virus means managing associated health challenges. Drs. Kristine Erlandson and Jacob Walker are helping people as they age through extensive research and care programs. news.cuanschutz.edu/department-o...

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“It’s really an elaborate infrastructure that’s required to do this research. One of the things that concerns me is the magnitude and rapidity of these changes.” VC for Research Tom Flaig, MD, recently spoke to @cbsnews.com about the potential impact the proposed NIH cuts could have on our campus.

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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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Winter wonderland or @cuanschutz.bsky.social? Feeling extra cozy on campus today. ❄️

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In a study online in the Journal of Medicinal Chemistry Vern L. Schramm, Ph.D., and colleagues report developing molecules that—when added to BRCA-deficient tumors that had become resistant to PARP inhibitors—restored the tumors’ sensitivity to the inhibitors. #BCSM #BRCA #cancer #SciSky

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Mark your calendar to attend @sciencebridgepod.bsky.social STEM Poster Day at the Colorado Capitol on Tuesday, March 11 from 9:30am-12:00pm. Read about last year's event here▶️ https://buff.ly/3EhkxwW @cumedicalschool.bsky.social

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Overcome creative blocks! Take your first step towards sharing your research using the CCTSI Dissemination Inspiration Library! Get inspired, then request a free Dissemination Consultation. 🌐 Library: https://buff.ly/3UPWSca @bmkwan.bsky.social @heathergilmartin.bsky.social

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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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Chancellor Don Elliman says that #CUAnschutz could lose $74 million in medical #research funding due to proposed cuts to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) - jeopardizing the foundation of life-changing and life-saving research.

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✨Congrats ✨ to the winners of 🔬 2025 #CUAnschutzResearchAwards from the DOP! Richard Benninger, PhD: Research Mentor Award | Kelly Sullivan, PhD + Angela Rachubinski, PhD – Research Collaboration Team Award: @crnicinstitute.bsky.social @cumedicalschool.bsky.social @cuanschutz.bsky.social

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Valentine's Day celebrates love. And we love our CCTSI research community! Thank you for being a part of it. ❤️

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A new research-based definition of obesity shifts focus from BMI to overall health. These are objective diagnostic criteria, they’re standardized across global health systems,” says study co-author, Robert Eckel, MD, of @cuendocrinology.bsky.social

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The NIH funding cap on indirect costs will eviscerate scientific research from the inside. Universities won’t be able to support researchers, biomedical progress will slow, & YOUR health will be harmed. Plus, widespread economic collapse. Read more ⬇️ news.immunologic.org/p/the-nih-in...

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Share your research in a way that stands out! Check out the CCTSI Dissemination Inspiration Library for ideas and request a free consultation. 🌐 Inspiration Library: https://buff.ly/3UPWSca @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social

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#Research saves lives.

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Over 7,000 rare diseases affect more than 30 million people in the United States. Register to attend #RareDiseasesDay to learn about and engage in dialogue around rare diseases! https://buff.ly/4jhov8E #NCATS, #NIH, #FDA, #raredisease

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Stay informed on Colorado's legislative session with the Farley Health Policy Center! Join monthly updates to learn about key legislative developments. 📝 Register: https://buff.ly/40ixA8H 🗓️ 12–1pm 4th Monday of each month (Jan–Apr) and on 5/19

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At #CUAnschutz, you are limited only by what you can imagine. We're turning your dreams into life-changing discoveries to change the face of medicine, together. ✨ This is where dreams live. Discover more at cuanschutz.edu/dreams.

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Learn more about this exciting study being conducted at our Clinical Translational Research Center (CTRC)!

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👋 #Medsky Check out our new paper on differences in post-hospitalization outcomes between Medicare Advantage and traditional Medicare beneficiaries with alcohol withdrawal and opioid overdose

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Great showing across the Division for AHA Go red for women. #wearRedDay @hdaylum.bsky.social @cctsi.bsky.social @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social @kenziekehmeier.bsky.social

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Attention academic researchers! Looking to bring your innovation to market? Join I-Corps@CCTSI, our program that prepares scientists to turn their #research into real-world #innovation and commercial success. https://buff.ly/4axI5ts @cumedicalschool.bsky.social #academicsky #medsky

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Need training for how to propose a Dementia Palliative Clinical Trial? Check out this amazing 1-year intensive. Apply by Feb 14. @aahpm.bsky.social #dementia #hapc2025 #palliative www.mghagingandseriousillness.org/dementia-pcct

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Should pediatric practices dismiss families who refuse vaccines? 🤔 It’s a common yet controversial practice. I’ve worked in clinics that dismiss and those that don’t, each with its own ethical, legal, and moral challenges. #Vaccines #MedEthics #Pediatrics @nejm.org www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....

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Cognitive overload in physicians can impact patient care & medical education. Dr. Natalie Held from @cu-psccm.bsky.social is researching how cognitive load theory can improve ICU training & reduce burnout. Learn how structured teaching can help optimize learning. 🧠 buff.ly/3Q7s5oA #ICU #MedSky

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Can CAR T-cell cancer therapy be used to help fight autoimmune diseases? Melissa Griffith, MD, and Larry Moreland, MD of @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social are conducting trial studies to find out how to use the body’s own immune system to fight against RA, lupus, & more. @cuanschutz.bsky.social

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Check out my explanation about allergies and the immune response

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CU Cancer Center's Tin Tin Su, PhD, and her lab are investigating how a combination of toxins found in Pueblo’s soils interact to affect DNA ⬇️

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New research by NCATS program directors, Pablo Cure, MD, and Jamie Doyle, PhD, reveals steady growth in NIH funding for digital health tech (DHT) over the past 9 years—a trend set to continue as DHT use expands. #academicsky

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🧬 Rare Disease Day is observed on the rarest day of the year, February 28th! Mark your calendars for #RareDiseaseDay and register below to learn about #raredisease research and hear stories from patients living with rare diseases. https://buff.ly/4jhov8E #NCATS, #NIH, #FDA

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Effective communication is key to rebuilding trust in vaccines—now more than ever! What gives me hope in these times? The dedicated public health professionals, healthcare workers, and trusted messengers who engage, listen, and build trust—one vaccine conversation at a time. 💪💉💬 #vaccines

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