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Why is #AI so powerful? It can learn as it goes. After it ran 25,000 experiments, a robot at @BU_Tweets learned to make an ideal material for absorbing crushing impacts, now being field tested in next-gen @USArmy helmets: bit.ly/3DuEoYW. 📹: KABlab, Boston Univ.

BU President Melissa Gilliam joined @MassGovernor to announce the launch of the Massachusetts AI Hub. The AI strategy outlined today will support innovation, drive economic growth, and fuel life changing research! #TeamMassachusetts 💻🤖

Proud to see @BUCollegeofENG Prof. Irving Bigio's skin cancer detection device featured in this @UMR4NIH fact sheet about the amazing things made possible through investments in @NIH

The Newbury Center, established in 2021, along with FLIP@BU and the First Generation Students Support Group, offers a space for BU's first-generation students to connect. Watch this video of first-gen students sharing their experiences.

Four @bualumni running for reelection, including @AOC, @JenKiggans, @RepLoisFrankel, and @RepPressley, won their races Tuesday night. With the House and Senate likely to be under GOP control, they will continue serving their constituents. Keep reading ➡️ spr.ly/6010SoonA

Thrilled to see @BUMedicine Prof. Dennis Jones (@DJonesLab) has been honored as a Cancer Moonshot Scholar through @theNCI! Learn more about his work and the work of fellow Cancer Moonshot Scholars here ➡️ whitehouse.gov/ostp/news-upda…

@BUCollegeofENG's Alexander Green has won the 2024 NIH Director’s Transformative Research Award, which will fund his project aimed at enhancing cancer treatments and therapies. #ProudtoBU Learn more ➡️ spr.ly/6017Uokgh

Our research is growing, and so are we! You can now follow us on LinkedIn for groundbreaking discoveries, important news for researchers, and opportunities to engage with our mission to do research that matters. Find us on LinkedIn ➡️ linkedin.com/showcase/bu-re…

Don’t forget to vote, whether you live in Massachusetts or any other state! No excuses. We have a guide with everything you need to know, whether you’re voting by mail or in person, including deadlines and links for how to register. Read on ➡️spr.ly/6011U3Wgh

As an estimated 2,000 people looked on, Melissa L. Gilliam was installed as Boston University’s 11th president at an inauguration ceremony at Agganis Arena on September 27. The historic event was marked by pageantry, music, and a nod to BU’s rich history. ❤️🐾 Take a look 👀⬇️

Great to see this group of university, patient advocacy, an industry leaders -- including @BUCollegeofENG Dean @EliseFMorganPhD -- meeting with @NIHDirector Dr. Bertagnolli yesterday.

It was great meeting @BU_Tweets’ new President Dr. Melissa Gilliam to share my experience as a proud BU alumna and hear more about BU’s efforts to meet today’s challenges, including combating antisemitism on campus and promoting a more inclusive community. Go Terriers!

@WhipKClark @BU_Tweets A delightful meeting between @BU_Tweets President Melissa Gilliam and BU alumna @RepLoisFrankel (D-FL and @BU_CAS) on Capitol Hill today. (3/3)

Thank you to @WhipKClark for a great conversation with @BU_Tweets President Melissa Gilliam today (2/3)

Today @BU_Tweets President Melissa Gilliam met with wonderful friends on Capitol Hill, including @RepAuchincloss (1/3)

Check out the BU Today Close-up on the 2024 Conference of New England Governors and Eastern Canadian Premiers hosted by @BU_Tweets! 🌟 Learn more ⬇️ spr.ly/6010WWCLM

This year, BU welcomes 76 new Menino and Community Service scholars to campus. The scholarships are awarded annually to eligible @BostonSchools graduates. Read their inspiring stories and hear about financial aid's impact on their lives. Details ➡️spr.ly/6010WywM2

What does it take to run a city of 650,000 residents? BU City Scholars Summer Fellows dive deep into city governance! Rising juniors and seniors, who are @BostonSchools alumni and Menino or Community Service Award recipients, intern with @CityOfBoston departments and City Councilors. This year, 10 students served as interns. Check out the article ➡️ bu.edu/articles/2024/… to hear from this year’s interns!

More than 3,300 new students officially joined BU during the University’s Matriculation ceremony and events. 🐾 ❤️ “Class of 2028: Today is the first day of a great adventure. Have a wonderful time along the way, and take care of each other while you do.” - President Gilliam

Boston University's Move-in has started with the new president, Melissa L. Gilliam, welcoming students at Kilachand Hall on Bay State Road. She plans to greet more students at Warren Towers and have lunch with new students and their families this week. 📸: Jackie Ricciardi