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Project Bridge Colorado

Science Comm group based at CU Denver dedicated to bridging the communication gap between researchers

Scientists often encounter difficulty expressing the excitement and importance of their work to non-scientist family and friends. This communication barrier is reflected in the growing cultural gap between researchers and the public, and the current dour funding climate that threatens our nation’s academic science industry. Unfortunately, traditional academic training often fails to adequately equ

ip scientists with the skills needed to communicate or confront these problems, valuing technical communication of data over the “big picture” impact of their work. Our mission is to bridge the communication gap between scientists and the public by giving researchers the tools to foster public interest in scientific research. Project Bridge was founded as a student group at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in February 2013, in the wake of a federal budget sequester that left many science funding agencies gutted. In the years since its inception, Project Bridge has organized dozens of events in and around Baltimore, Maryland, impacting hundreds to make science more accessible to the public. Project Bridge Colorado is the first outgrowth of the original Project Bridge organization. This expansion comes at a perilous time in science research, as fact-based reasoning further erodes in public and government discourse, and funding for science research, medical services, and educational programs continues to be threatened. Our grassroots approach, combined with advocacy efforts for research support in both Maryland and Colorado, will continue to battle these trends. More than ever, we are excited and motivated to push forward with our cause.

02/02/2024

Application deadline for STEM Poster day at the Capitol has been extended to Feb 5th. Make sure to apply for this exciting opportunity to share your research with CO legislators and the local community!

09/13/2023

Hi friends! We are looking forward to meeting you all the the CU Anschutz Block Party today. Stop by our booth from 11-2 to pick up some swag, meet our members, and learn more about Project Bridge!

01/20/2023

STEM Poster Day at the Capitol is off to a roaring start!
Young scientists from across Colorado are here today to share their research with our lawmakers.

12/16/2022

Watch our workshop on how to communicate your science to non-scientists for the upcoming STEM Poster Day at the Capitol!

11/30/2022

Calling all Colorado Scientists! We're hosting a special poster session at the CO State Capitol on Jan 20th, 2023 and are looking for presenters! Interested in chatting with your legislators about what you do? Apply today at tinyurl.com/COSTEMPosterDayApp !

01/15/2022

Check out the latest Science Simplified blog from the TESS Research Foundation!

Reading a scientific research article can be really daunting. Scientists who have studied a specific topic for many years are more likely to use “jargon” or very specific and complex terms that even scientists in other fields may not understand, let alone someone without a science background. So...

09/21/2021

Project Bridge CO takes on the Denver Metro Regional Science & Engineering Fair!
This past weekend, we met some incredibly intelligent and curious young scientists at the DMRSEF Kickoff. Here, we were lucky enough to present our research to these aspiring scientists and their parents in the form of a Gong Show, and we were all blown away by their questions and ideas. We can't wait to see them present their science fair projects in the spring!

08/01/2021

The RNA Day Gong Show is happening now at Ratio Beerworks! Unfortunately our connection wasn’t strong enough to Livestream the event, but NEVER FEAR! We’re recording video of all the speakers (except for when our phone overheated in the Denver sun)- and will be posting as soon as the show is over. Happy RNA Day!

07/27/2021

Come out and join us IN-PERSON at Ratio Beer Works in RiNO this Sunday, August 1 from 2-4PM for the RNA Day Gong Show! Learn about some exciting RNA science presented without jargon all while you enjoy a nice, cold beer!
Want to make it out but won't be around? Don't sweat it! We'll be streaming the show on Facebook Live!

06/25/2021

Go check out our friend Catherine's recent post for the TESS Research Foundation that provides a short and simplified explanation of Gene Therapy!

The TESS Research Foundation focuses on discovering treatments for childhood epilepsy caused by a specific hereditary gene mutation. If you're interested after reading Catherine's post, check out their website for more info on SLC13A5 deficiency.

This article will help explain why gene therapy may be a good option for diseases like SLC13A5 Deficiency and what is currently being done to provide a treatment for these patients.

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