Science
It pays to be a learning assistant
The CU Teach Program is now accepting applications for physics, chemistry, math, astronomy and molecular, cellular and developmental biology learning assistants. Learning assistants must have taken and passed the science or math class with an A or B. Students will be paid $1500 for the semester to attend the classes daily, meet with the professor weekly and attend another weekly class about learning styles and techniques. Applications will be accepted until March 10th and can be found on www.stem.colorado.edu.
“Frozen Dead Guy” celebrates his 20th year being frozen
The small mountain town of Nederland, Colorado has always been known for their eccentricities. The weirdest of them all is Bredo Morstoel, better known as Grandpa Bredo, the “Frozen Dead Guy.”
Websites boast ability to match couples based on genetics
Match.com and eHarmony.com are common relationship sites, but a new trend has entered the dating scene that is getting a little scientific.
Big thighs can be good for your body
Body image is an issue among young men and women. "Problem areas" like your thighs might not be such a problem after all. A recent study in the British Medical Journal says that big thighs could reduce your risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Construction begins on new biotech building
CU's Flagship 2030 project is bringing lots of changes and construction to the Boulder campus.