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Is it possible to grow cement? Prometheus materials and the transformation of concrete

Oct. 3, 2023

ArchDaily—Prometheus Materials, a CU Boulder spinout inspired by nature, aims to revolutionize the concrete industry by producing zero-carbon bio-cement and bio-concrete. This innovative approach harnesses microalgae to create sustainable building materials, reducing carbon emissions and addressing construction's environmental impact.

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Astronomical achievements: On its way to outer space Ball Aerospace launched CU’s entrepreneurial engine

Sept. 28, 2023

CU Boulder and Ball Aerospace have been collaborating for decades to solve mysteries of the universe. That partnership was also the university’s first commercial spin-off and it greased the gears of an entrepreneurial engine that continues to power innovation within the university and far beyond.

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CU Boulder startup working with Microsoft to test low-carbon concrete for its data centers

Sept. 28, 2023

The Verge—To clean up some of the pollution stemming from its supply chain and data centers, Microsoft is experimenting with new kinds of concrete. In Quincy, Washington, they're working to reduce those emissions with CU Boulder startup Minus Materials with a process using algae to make the limestone used and capture CO2.

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BioLoomics raises $8.7M to drive directed evolution of target degrading antibodies using human cells

Sept. 28, 2023

Pulse 2.0—CU Boulder startup BioLoomics, the company pioneering the directed evolution of target degrading antibodies using human cells, recently announced it has raised $8.7 million in seed financing to advance its proprietary platform technology and antibody degrader programs.

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BioLoomics raises $8.7M in seed financing

Sept. 19, 2023

BizWest—BioLoomics Inc., a CU Boulder spinout, has raised $8.7 million in seed financing. BioLoomics is a preclinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering directed evolution of target-degrading antibodies using human cells.

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CU Boulder and CSU: Rivals on the field, partners in innovation

Sept. 14, 2023

CU Boulder Today—While Buffs and Rams gear up for the best in-state football rivalry going, the Rocky Mountain Showdown on Sept. 16, it’s a good time to reflect on the incredible work both institutions do to solve an array of global and local challenges.

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How to build a climate-friendly skyscraper: start small, petri-dish small

Sept. 14, 2023

Forbes—Prometheus Materials, a CU Boulder spinout, has a solution for replacing one of the biggest contributors of greenhouse gasses, financial backing from Microsoft and an aggressive plan to scale up quickly.

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International award recognizes Karolin Luger's contributions to life science

Sept. 14, 2023

College of Arts and Sciences—CU Boulder researcher Karolin Luger, a distinguished professor of biochemistry and Jennie Smoly Caruthers Endowed Chair of Biochemistry, has been awarded the 2023 World Laureates Association Prize in Life Science or Medicine.

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National Academy of Inventors announces University of Colorado is #14 on the Top 100 US Universities List

Sept. 12, 2023

National Academy of Inventors (NAI)—The Top 100 U.S. Universities List is an annual ranking created to highlight and celebrate US universities that play a large role in advancing innovation and invention in the nation.

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DOE announces Latimer Controls as winner of the America-Made Solar Prize

Sept. 12, 2023

U.S. Department of Energy—Latimer Controls, a CU Boulder spinout, is developing intelligent control software that enables utility-scale photovoltaics (PV) to provide power reliably and on demand. This will replace grid reliance on fossil fuels, drive higher profitability for PV operators and generate revenue increases for solar asset owners with low capital cost.

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