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"You always think the closest water is like a lake or a river or stream, but the closest water is beneath your feet."
Princeton's @reedh2o.bsky.social talks about new research that maps out groundwater below the surface — a vital tool during times of drought.
Princeton's @reedh2o.bsky.social talks about new research that maps out groundwater below the surface — a vital tool during times of drought.
Scientists create the most detailed groundwater map yet — with big implications for the West
As much of the Mountain West faces another dry winter, researchers are turning their attention underground to the water many communities rely on but rarely see.
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February 9, 2026 at 5:46 PM
"You always think the closest water is like a lake or a river or stream, but the closest water is beneath your feet."
Princeton's @reedh2o.bsky.social talks about new research that maps out groundwater below the surface — a vital tool during times of drought.
Princeton's @reedh2o.bsky.social talks about new research that maps out groundwater below the surface — a vital tool during times of drought.
🔥 First-year wrestler Dale O'Blia '29 had an Olympic moment of his own last week, representing the Daniels Fund, Utah 2034, and his hometown of Denver, CO by joining the Olympics torch relay in Bergamo, Italy: https://bit.ly/3O1FeSq
📸: Claudia Isabela Saud Mino | #MilanoCortina2026
📸: Claudia Isabela Saud Mino | #MilanoCortina2026
February 8, 2026 at 5:34 PM
🔥 First-year wrestler Dale O'Blia '29 had an Olympic moment of his own last week, representing the Daniels Fund, Utah 2034, and his hometown of Denver, CO by joining the Olympics torch relay in Bergamo, Italy: https://bit.ly/3O1FeSq
📸: Claudia Isabela Saud Mino | #MilanoCortina2026
📸: Claudia Isabela Saud Mino | #MilanoCortina2026
A project led by the Princeton Plasma Physics Lab is pioneering ways to speed up the design of twisty fusion facilities known as stellarators by using artificial intelligence to sift through data more quickly.
Bringing fusion energy to the grid using artificial intelligence
AI tools could allow researchers to find ways to get fusion-generated electricity to the grid in less time
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February 6, 2026 at 8:15 PM
A project led by the Princeton Plasma Physics Lab is pioneering ways to speed up the design of twisty fusion facilities known as stellarators by using artificial intelligence to sift through data more quickly.
This February, the Princeton community is recognizing Black History Month with a range of events and educational programs spanning the month, all open to the public.
Black History Month 2026: Books, arts and studies for all
The University community is recognizing Black History Month with scholarly programs spanning the month, opening with a Princeton Public Library book talk and closing with a daylong symposium hosted by...
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February 6, 2026 at 3:14 PM
This February, the Princeton community is recognizing Black History Month with a range of events and educational programs spanning the month, all open to the public.
Today in Nassau Hall's Faculty Room, Lt. Governor Dale Caldwell '82, Speaker Craig Coughlin, members and staff of the New Jersey Assembly and Senate, dignitaries, and Princeton administrators gathered to commemorate the first-ever meeting of the New Jersey Legislature 250 years ago.
#America250
#America250
February 5, 2026 at 8:48 PM
Today in Nassau Hall's Faculty Room, Lt. Governor Dale Caldwell '82, Speaker Craig Coughlin, members and staff of the New Jersey Assembly and Senate, dignitaries, and Princeton administrators gathered to commemorate the first-ever meeting of the New Jersey Legislature 250 years ago.
#America250
#America250
🚨 WATCH LIVE — An anniversary event held at Nassau Hall commemorating the first official meeting of the New Jersey Legislature that was held on August 27, 1776: https://bit.ly/46iKqHK
#America250
#America250
February 5, 2026 at 5:59 PM
🚨 WATCH LIVE — An anniversary event held at Nassau Hall commemorating the first official meeting of the New Jersey Legislature that was held on August 27, 1776: https://bit.ly/46iKqHK
#America250
#America250
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Today, the New Jersey Legislature will return to Nassau Hall at Princeton University, once again gathering where it first met in 1776. This year, as we mark 250 years of our nation and Legislature, we’re reminded that democracy is not a chapter in a history book, it is a living promise.
Speaker Coughlin Marks 250 Years of NJ’s Legislature
YouTube video by New Jersey Assembly Democrats
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February 5, 2026 at 4:23 PM
Today, the New Jersey Legislature will return to Nassau Hall at Princeton University, once again gathering where it first met in 1776. This year, as we mark 250 years of our nation and Legislature, we’re reminded that democracy is not a chapter in a history book, it is a living promise.
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Combining direct measurements with artificial intelligence methods, the new map from researchers at Princeton University and the University of Arizona estimates groundwater depth across the continental United States at a resolution of around 30 meters (98 feet).
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Princeton Engineering - Detailed map reveals groundwater levels across the U.S.
Combining direct measurements with artificial intelligence methods, researchers at Princeton and the University of Arizona have created a map that estimates groundwater depth across the continental Un...
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February 4, 2026 at 6:10 PM
Combining direct measurements with artificial intelligence methods, the new map from researchers at Princeton University and the University of Arizona estimates groundwater depth across the continental United States at a resolution of around 30 meters (98 feet).
Read more: https://bit.ly/4a0WGO8
Read more: https://bit.ly/4a0WGO8
🎉 Nobel Prize laureate and Princeton chemistry professor David MacMillan has been named an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry, the highest honor bestowed by the oldest chemical society in the world: https://bit.ly/4rrnT3A
February 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM
🎉 Nobel Prize laureate and Princeton chemistry professor David MacMillan has been named an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry, the highest honor bestowed by the oldest chemical society in the world: https://bit.ly/4rrnT3A
A team of cancer biologists led by Princeton's @yibinkang.bsky.social has resolved a confounding paradox about retinoids and cancer cells and found a potential new avenue for thwarting many cancers.
#WorldCancerDay
#WorldCancerDay
Yibin Kang’s team identifies new path to potential cancer treatments
A team of cancer biologists led by Princeton’s Yibin Kang has resolved a confounding paradox about retinoids and cancer cells and found a potential new avenue for thwarting many cancers, including pan...
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February 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM
A team of cancer biologists led by Princeton's @yibinkang.bsky.social has resolved a confounding paradox about retinoids and cancer cells and found a potential new avenue for thwarting many cancers.
#WorldCancerDay
#WorldCancerDay
Princeton scientists Xinning Zhang and Ashley Maloney have discovered that a geology technique shows promise in detecting cancer-like cells — which could mean earlier diagnosis and better outcomes: https://bit.ly/4rwJUhE
#WorldCancerDay
#WorldCancerDay
February 4, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Princeton scientists Xinning Zhang and Ashley Maloney have discovered that a geology technique shows promise in detecting cancer-like cells — which could mean earlier diagnosis and better outcomes: https://bit.ly/4rwJUhE
#WorldCancerDay
#WorldCancerDay
A Princeton research team examined how major AI image‑generation platforms handled political deepfake risks during the 2024 U.S. election and found that images can significantly shape how users judge harmful content online.
Research Record: Moderating Text-to-Image Content | Princeton School of Public and International Affairs
Princeton SPIA’s Research Record series highlights the vast scholarly achievements of our faculty members, whose expertise extends beyond the classroom and into everyday life.If you’d like your work c...
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February 3, 2026 at 6:39 PM
A Princeton research team examined how major AI image‑generation platforms handled political deepfake risks during the 2024 U.S. election and found that images can significantly shape how users judge harmful content online.
A novel antibiotic called KCB, discovered in the lab of Princeton biological chemist Mohammad Seyedsayamdost, is safe and effective against C. diff and preserves the gut microbiome.
C. Diff Bacteria Can Weaken the Sick, But a Princeton Chemist Found a Fix
Biological chemist Mohammad Seyedsayamdost found the antibiotic KCB is safe and effective against C. diff and preserves the microbiome
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February 3, 2026 at 4:10 PM
A novel antibiotic called KCB, discovered in the lab of Princeton biological chemist Mohammad Seyedsayamdost, is safe and effective against C. diff and preserves the gut microbiome.
A new study led by Princeton's Gerald Carter found that vampire bats, like humans, use similar sounds as their social connections grow tighter, another step towards uncovering "how mammals build lasting friendship networks."
When Vampire Bats Become Close Friends, They Start ‘Talking’ Like Each Other
New research shows that just like humans, vampire bats with deep social relationships use similar sounds as one another to communicate
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February 2, 2026 at 8:30 PM
A new study led by Princeton's Gerald Carter found that vampire bats, like humans, use similar sounds as their social connections grow tighter, another step towards uncovering "how mammals build lasting friendship networks."
Today, President Eisgruber sent his 10th annual State of the University letter, titled “From Growth to Focus,” to faculty, students and staff.
President Eisgruber's State of the University letter, 2026
Eisgruber’s 10th annual State of the University letter is titled “From Growth to Focus.”
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February 2, 2026 at 5:39 PM
Today, President Eisgruber sent his 10th annual State of the University letter, titled “From Growth to Focus,” to faculty, students and staff.
Commemorating America's semiquincentennial, Princeton University Library hosts "Nursery of Rebellion: Princeton and the American Revolution," running April 15 through July 12.
Princeton hosts Revolution-era exhibit to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary
Among the artifacts are copies of the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution, as well as a cannonball.
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February 2, 2026 at 4:27 PM
Commemorating America's semiquincentennial, Princeton University Library hosts "Nursery of Rebellion: Princeton and the American Revolution," running April 15 through July 12.
Congratulations to Princeton's Donnacha Dennehy, Professor of Music and Director of Princeton Sound Kitchen, whose "Land of Winter" as performed by conductor Alan Pierson and @alarmwillsound.bsky.social has won Best Chamber Music/Small Ensemble Performance at #GRAMMYs2026! 👏
February 2, 2026 at 2:43 AM
Congratulations to Princeton's Donnacha Dennehy, Professor of Music and Director of Princeton Sound Kitchen, whose "Land of Winter" as performed by conductor Alan Pierson and @alarmwillsound.bsky.social has won Best Chamber Music/Small Ensemble Performance at #GRAMMYs2026! 👏
Congratulations to Princeton's @toddbashore.bsky.social, Director of the Creative Large Ensemble and Lecturer in Jazz Composition and Arranging, who has won Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album at the #GRAMMYs for “Without Further Ado, Vol 1” with Christian McBride Big Band! 👏
February 2, 2026 at 2:11 AM
Congratulations to Princeton's @toddbashore.bsky.social, Director of the Creative Large Ensemble and Lecturer in Jazz Composition and Arranging, who has won Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album at the #GRAMMYs for “Without Further Ado, Vol 1” with Christian McBride Big Band! 👏
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The Center for Health and Wellbeing at @princeton.edu proudly announces its Class of 2027 Health Scholars! The six students will receive financial support for internships and research related to domestic and international health care and health policy.
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Meet the Class of 2027 Health Scholars
CHW has selected its Class of 2027 Health Scholars, all of whom will receive funding for health-focused internships and research
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January 28, 2026 at 8:49 PM
The Center for Health and Wellbeing at @princeton.edu proudly announces its Class of 2027 Health Scholars! The six students will receive financial support for internships and research related to domestic and international health care and health policy.
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Computer scientists at Princeton helped build a globally distributed system of servers that was instrumental in the development of cloud computing and streaming.
Princeton Engineering - How a band of engineers anticipated the cloud and remade the internet
A globally distributed system of servers run by a consortium of professors and tech companies created a way to test ideas and build new computer systems, paving the way for cloud computing, video stre...
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January 30, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Computer scientists at Princeton helped build a globally distributed system of servers that was instrumental in the development of cloud computing and streaming.
Princeton seniors Sukaina Shivji and Laura Zhang, and @ox.ac.uk student Darina Andriychenko Leonenko have been named recipients of the Daniel M. Sachs Class of 1960 Graduating Scholarship, one of Princeton University’s highest awards.
Two Princeton seniors and one Oxford student named Sachs Scholars
Sukaina Shivji, Laura Zhang and Darina Andriychenko Leonenko have been named recipients of the Daniel M. Sachs Class of 1960 Graduating Scholarship.
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January 29, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Princeton seniors Sukaina Shivji and Laura Zhang, and @ox.ac.uk student Darina Andriychenko Leonenko have been named recipients of the Daniel M. Sachs Class of 1960 Graduating Scholarship, one of Princeton University’s highest awards.
Congrats to faculty member Dyane Harvey-Salaam, recent Princeton Arts Fellow yuniya edi kwon, and current & recent Caroline Hearst Choreographers-in-Residence Omari Wiles, Shamel Pitts, Amy Hall Garner, and Ronald K. Brown — each were winners at The New York Dance and Performance “Bessie” Awards.
Lewis Center Faculty, Fellows, and Guest Artists Win 2024 & 2025 Bessie Awards
Lewis Center faculty member Dyane Harvey-Salaam and many fellows & guest artists Win 2024-2025 Bessie Awards.
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January 28, 2026 at 8:51 PM
Congrats to faculty member Dyane Harvey-Salaam, recent Princeton Arts Fellow yuniya edi kwon, and current & recent Caroline Hearst Choreographers-in-Residence Omari Wiles, Shamel Pitts, Amy Hall Garner, and Ronald K. Brown — each were winners at The New York Dance and Performance “Bessie” Awards.
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Scientists from the University of Miami and Princeton are using new technology to track butterflies.
Scientists from UM, Princeton use new technology to track monarch butterflies’ migration - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
CORAL GABLES, FLA. (WSVN) - Two scientists are using new technology to track butterflies.Dr. Neil Rosser from the University of Miami and Isla Duporge fromRead More
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January 28, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Scientists from the University of Miami and Princeton are using new technology to track butterflies.
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Why does poverty persist in wealthy societies?
On 18 March, Matthew Desmond (@princeton.edu & @evictionlab.bsky.social) joins the AISSR for a public lecture on poverty, housing, and inequality. Pulitzer Prize–winning author of 𝘌𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘥 & 𝘗𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘺, 𝘣𝘺 𝘈𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘢 📚
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On 18 March, Matthew Desmond (@princeton.edu & @evictionlab.bsky.social) joins the AISSR for a public lecture on poverty, housing, and inequality. Pulitzer Prize–winning author of 𝘌𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘥 & 𝘗𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘺, 𝘣𝘺 𝘈𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘢 📚
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Accommodating Poverty: The Rising Costs of the American Welfare State - AISSR
AISSR Lecture by Pulitzer Prize–winning sociologist Matthew Desmond on poverty, housing and welfare policy. Discover how rising housing costs undermine anti-poverty programs in the US.
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January 28, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Why does poverty persist in wealthy societies?
On 18 March, Matthew Desmond (@princeton.edu & @evictionlab.bsky.social) joins the AISSR for a public lecture on poverty, housing, and inequality. Pulitzer Prize–winning author of 𝘌𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘥 & 𝘗𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘺, 𝘣𝘺 𝘈𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘢 📚
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On 18 March, Matthew Desmond (@princeton.edu & @evictionlab.bsky.social) joins the AISSR for a public lecture on poverty, housing, and inequality. Pulitzer Prize–winning author of 𝘌𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘥 & 𝘗𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘺, 𝘣𝘺 𝘈𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘢 📚
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It's Data Privacy Day. A reminder to slow down before you click. No one at Princeton will ever call, text, or email you asking for sensitive information such as logins, passwords, or access to Duo. Here are more tips on how to stay vigilant: https://bit.ly/3Zad2yN
January 28, 2026 at 1:49 PM
It's Data Privacy Day. A reminder to slow down before you click. No one at Princeton will ever call, text, or email you asking for sensitive information such as logins, passwords, or access to Duo. Here are more tips on how to stay vigilant: https://bit.ly/3Zad2yN