Research & Innovation Week

Monday, October 17

State of the Research and Innovation Enterprise
12–1 p.m.  Virtual via Zoom  Registration required

As a Tier 1 public research university that attracted $658 million in research funding last year, CU Boulder has a thriving ecosystem of research, scholarship and creative work. In this hour-long State of the Research and Innovation Enterprise webinar, Massimo Ruzzene, acting vice chancellor for research and innovation and dean of the institutes, will share important metrics, trends, insights and aspirations from the university’s research and innovation enterprise. He’ll also provide a closer look at some of CU Boulder’s unique offerings and accomplishments from the past year.

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In the Round: Research in Theatre, Dance and Performance Studies
6:30–7:30 p.m.  University Theatre, Charlotte York Irey Theatre  No registration required

What does research look like in the fields of theatre, dance and performance studies? How does writing interface with embodied practice? As part of this year's Research & Innovation Week, join our incoming MA, MFA and PhD graduate students for a conversation in the round on the exciting research projects they plan to develop in the Department of Theatre & Dance.

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Tuesday, October 18

UROP Sidewalk Symposium
9 a.m.–5 p.m.  Visual Arts Complex (VAC) Plaza  No registration required to attend; please apply to participate

The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)'s Sidewalk Symposium invites undergraduates to create and share their research and creative presentations with chalk on campus walkways—all in collaboration with a professional artist. UROP welcomes undergraduates at any stage of their project timeline to participate in this year's Sidewalk Symposium by creating colorful visual presentations of their projects using nothing but chalk. Applications to participate will be reviewed for compliance with university policy and suitability for the event.

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Wednesday, October 19

Space-Based Science: A Behind-the-Scenes Tour of LASP
11 a.m.  LASP Space Technology Building (LSTB), 1234 Innovation Drive, Boulder  Registration required

This tour of CU Boulder’s Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) will highlight all aspects of this research and development cycle, from our state-of-the-art machine shop, class-10,000 clean rooms, and a whale-sized thermal vacuum chamber—to our Mission Operations Center, where undergraduate students help operate multimillion dollar NASA satellites and instruments.

This tour will meet and begin at the main entrance of the LASP Space Technology Building (LSTB), which is located on CU Boulder’s East Campus at 1234 Innovation Drive. Participants must provide their names and country of citizenship in advance and are encouraged to wear masks.

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Research & Innovation TED-Style Talks: Innovation for the Future of Humanity
6–7:15 p.m.  The Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut Street, Boulder  Registration required

Six Research & Innovation Office (RIO) Faculty Fellows will present short, captivating TED-style talks in the Gordon Gamm Theater, located at the Dairy Arts Center. Catch a glimpse of the leading edge of research, scholarship and creative work from a selection of CU Boulder's leading faculty and researchers, representing disciplines across the spectrum, from computer science and chemistry to applied mathematics and media studies.

An assortment of food and beverages is available for purchase at the Dairy's snack shops, and networking before and after the main presentation is encouraged. It is also a great time to explore the Dairy's art exhibits and galleries. 

This year's featured speakers are:

• Sidney D'Mello (Computer Science; Institute of Cognitive Science)
• Mija Hubler (Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering)
• Oana Luca (Chemistry)
• Sandra Ristovska (Media Studies)
• Julio Sepúlveda (Geological Sciences; Institute of Arctic and Alpine Research)
• Eric Vance (Applied Mathematics)

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Thursday, October 20

There are currently no activities scheduled. 

Friday, October 21

Space-Based Science: A Behind-the-Scenes Tour of LASP
11 a.m.  LASP Space Technology Building (LSTB), 1234 Innovation Drive, Boulder  Registration required

This tour of CU Boulder’s Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) will highlight all aspects of this research and development cycle, from our state-of-the-art machine shop, class-10,000 clean rooms, and a whale-sized thermal vacuum chamber—to our Mission Operations Center, where undergraduate students help operate multimillion dollar NASA satellites and instruments.

This tour will meet and begin at the main entrance of the LASP Space Technology Building (LSTB), which is located on CU Boulder’s East Campus at 1234 Innovation Drive. Participants must provide their names and country of citizenship in advance and are encouraged to wear masks.

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ATLAS Institute Research Open House
3–5 p.m.  Roser ATLAS Center  Registration requested

The 6th annual ATLAS Institute Research Open House shares the diverse and intriguing work of the organization's eight research labs during a power-packed, two-hour public showcase. 

Visitors will have the opportunity to visit labs and view interactive demonstrations, including a brain-body performance combining flute and electronic music improvisation derived from sonified electroencephalogram (EEG) brainwave data; social interaction in hybrid reality using phones and other devices; paper robot building kits; textile fibers spun from biomaterial solutions; and a collection of creative computing tools, such as a coding app, drawing machines, light boxes and more. 

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Saturday, October 22

CU on the Weekend: What Do You Do When the Earth Shakes? Children, Adults, and Generational Gaps in Protective Action Behavior
1–2:30 p.m.  CASE 4th Floor Auditorium, or virtually via Zoom  Registration required to attend webinar

Featuring Lori Peek, director of the Natural Hazards Center, this CU on the Weekend lecture will highlight the immediate behavioral responses of children and adults during disasters. Understanding how people actually react during a crisis can help government officials and school leaders improve drills and messaging, refine risk communication strategies, and ultimately reduce injury and loss of life. 

A Community-Engaged Scholarship Showcase will immediately follow Peek’s lecture. Audience members will have the opportunity to talk with CU Boulder faculty, staff and students conducting community-engaged scholarship related to the implications of climate change. 

 Note: This is a hybrid event. Registration to attend in person is not required, but seats will be strictly limited to 250.

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