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CSU leads interdisciplinary research into antibacterial material for internal medical devices
Researchers at Colorado State University and the University of St. Andrews in Scotland have developed an effective and flexible antimicrobial material that could be used to coat medical devices placed inside the body.
Study examines links between socioeconomic status, sleep and brain development in children
Researchers at Colorado State University are making advances in understanding the links between socioeconomic status, sleep and brain development in children. Their approach combines MRI scans of brain structure and function with family surveys on aspects like household income and economic hardship, which can often influence children’s sleep patterns.
Insights from the EnviBayes Workshop on Complex Environmental Data
The 2023 EnviBayes Workshop at CSU explored innovative approaches within environmental statistics, aiming to address challenges in handling complex environmental data while promoting collaboration and the exchange of knowledge.
CSU students lead polymer research into more recyclable plastics
Researchers at Colorado State University have developed a new class of recyclable polymers that could replace common single-use plastics with a large environmental footprint like grocery bags.