University of Rochester

@UofR

A University of thinkers, makers, researchers, performers, healers—pushing boundaries to Make the World #EverBetter.

Rochester, NY

Joined May 2008

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jul 7

At Rochester, our research is done with purpose, and that’s to make everyday life better: solving our most pressing challenges, adding that next piece to the puzzle, offering hope Follow #URochesterResearch here on X for more on our groundbreaking work | rochester.edu/research/

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jul 15

Each year, over 30 million people have cataract surgery—and Rochester leads the field in developing new approaches to one of the most important procedures for restoring sight #URochesterResearch | uofr.us/40UgKOi @CvsUor @FlaumEye @RochesterOptics @ur_engineering

UofR's tweet image. Each year, over 30 million people have cataract surgery—and Rochester leads the field in developing new approaches to one of the most important procedures for restoring sight

#URochesterResearch | uofr.us/40UgKOi

@CvsUor @FlaumEye @RochesterOptics @ur_engineering

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jul 24

From celebrity headliners and unforgettable performances to inspiring panels and engaging social gatherings, Meliora Weekend—September 18–21—is packed with experiences you won’t want to miss. Register now: rochester.edu/melioraweekend #MelioraWeekend

UofR's tweet image. From celebrity headliners and unforgettable performances to inspiring panels and engaging social gatherings, Meliora Weekend—September 18–21—is packed with experiences you won’t want to miss.

Register now: rochester.edu/melioraweekend

#MelioraWeekend

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jul 20

Happy Pride, Rochester! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jul 18

We're proud to be recognized as an emerging center for artificial intelligence by @BrookingsInst! At Rochester, faculty, staff, and students are integrating and leveraging #AI in their work to enhance how we learn, discover, heal, and create—rochester.edu/ai/

BBrookings Metro@BrookingsMetro · Jul 16

Which U.S. cities are the most ready to adopt AI into their economies? New @BrookingsInst research out now--> brookings.edu/articles/mappi…

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jul 17

Rochester has always had its own sound 🎵 Music and technology have long shaped its culture, and Soundspace aims to carry that legacy further: a hub where engineering meets performance and the future of sound is imagined—and built #EverBetter | uofr.us/4lZq9MI

UofR's tweet image. Rochester has always had its own sound 🎵

Music and technology have long shaped its culture, and Soundspace aims to carry that legacy further: a hub where engineering meets performance and the future of sound is imagined—and built

#EverBetter | uofr.us/4lZq9MI

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jul 16

In a Rochester story spanning four decades on campus, Stephen Dewhurst reflects on the life-changing research he's seen here, from the development of LASIK eye surgery to the first vaccines for cancer. #MyRochesterStory #URochesterResearch rochester.edu/newscenter/my-…

UofR's tweet card. How the University of Rochester’s Vice President for Research built a career on curiosity, collaboration, and access.

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jul 15

The University is now one of only eight Nathan Shock Centers of Excellence in the Basic Biology of Aging by @NIH, attracting new researchers to Rochester to explore why some species live longer—and what that means for human health #URochesterResearch uofr.us/4eQCY9J

UofR's tweet card. The NIH-funded center will allow researchers to explore why some species live longer—and what that could mean for human health.

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jul 14

Congrats to @AdamFrank4 for being recognized as a research innovator by @Scicoalition! His work in astrophysics at the University of Rochester, supported by @NASA, @NSF, and @ENERGY, has a profound impact on innovation and American scientific leadership sciencecoalition.org/2025/07/01/dr-…

UofR's tweet card. Dr. Adam Frank: How Sustained Federal Funding Fuels Innovation and American Leadership From an early age, Dr. Adam Frank was captivated by the mysteries

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jul 11

No mountain lion sightings here but we did spot a suspicious tiger... @RITTigers #ROC

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jul 11

At Rochester, the bar isn’t raised. It’s reimagined. #EverBetter begins here. 📍 You can make the world Ever Better: rochester.edu/everbetter

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jul 10

A team of Rochester chemical engineers developed a new algorithm that opens the door for using #ArtificialIntelligence and #MachineLearning to study the interactions that happen on the surface of materials #URochesterResearch rochester.edu/newscenter/new…

UofR's tweet card. A new algorithm opens the door for using artificial intelligence and machine learning to study the interactions that happen on the surface of materials.

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jul 9

Our first Commencement was held on this date in 1851 in Corinthian Hall in Rochester. That first class consisted of ten seniors. Chancellor Ira Harris advised the men of the Class of 1851 to “cherish a lively interest in everything that relates to human welfare” #URochester175

UofR's tweet image. Our first Commencement was held on this date in 1851 in Corinthian Hall in Rochester. That first class consisted of ten seniors.

Chancellor Ira Harris advised the men of the Class of 1851 to “cherish a lively interest in everything that relates to human welfare”

#URochester175

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jul 8

The @UofR Institute of #Optics is a semifinalist in @NSF’s Engines competition for its STELLAR initiative. Learn more about the Institute's work to advance #laser tech and applications in the ROC and Finger Lakes region: rochester.edu/newscenter/ste…

UU.S. National Science Foundation@NSF · Jul 8

NSF announces the 29 semifinalists of the second NSF Engines competition, spanning critical technologies and applications ranging from energy grid security to maximizing the yield of critical minerals mining to advanced optical sensors. nsf.gov/news/nsf-advan…

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jul 5

Fireworks over the Genesee, just off our beautiful River Campus 🎇 Happy 4th of July from Rochester, New York! #ROC

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University of Rochester-Warner School of Education@UR_WarnerSchool · Jun 27

🌟The @UofR and @EastEpo EPO was a decade of partnership, progress, and purpose. The University and East came together to reimagine what’s possible—and created lasting change, together.🤝 #UREastEPO Watch the full video: uofr.us/ThankYouEast

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jun 27

Meliora Weekend #MW2025 is back Sept. 18-21! Sensational lineup features #1 NYT bestselling author & neuroscientist Lisa Genova @GenovaWrites, bestselling author & historian Erik Larson @exlarson, comedian & former Daily Show host Trevor Noah @Trevornoah uofr.us/4noApzw

UofR's tweet image. Meliora Weekend #MW2025 is back Sept. 18-21! Sensational lineup features #1 NYT bestselling author &amp; neuroscientist Lisa Genova @GenovaWrites, bestselling author &amp; historian Erik Larson @exlarson, comedian &amp; former Daily Show host Trevor Noah @Trevornoah

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Rochester Coherence and Quantum Science Conference@CCQS_UofR · Jun 26

Join us today for the free public lecture by @nicoleyh11 at @UofR (7-8 PM) #CQS12

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jun 23

Welcome to everyone on campus this week for CQS-12, the Rochester Conference on Coherence and Quantum Science! #CQS2025 #IYQ2025 #URochesterResearch

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University of Rochester@UofR · Jun 19

Today is a University holiday as we celebrate Juneteenth, or "Freedom Day!" #Juneteenth2025

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