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Colorado State University researchers are studying forest restoration after the Cameron Peak Fire, the largest wildfire in Colorado's history, which burned over 200,000 acres in 2020. The team is analyzing seedling survival challenges, particularly at lower elevations, and testing treatments like nitrogen supplements and hydrogel to improve reforestation success. Their work aims to guide land managers in prioritizing areas for replanting while preserving naturally regenerating regions.

Colorado State University researchers are studying forest restoration after the Cameron Peak Fire, the largest wildfire in Colorado's history, which burned over 200,000 acres in 2020. Seedlings struggle more at lower elevations, and treatments like nitrogen supplements and hydrogel are being tested to improve survival rates. The work aims to guide land managers in replanting efforts while balancing ecological and cultural values of forests.

MIT researchers have developed a wristband with an ultrasound sticker to capture real-time muscle and tendon movements, enabling precise control of robotic hands and virtual objects. The device uses AI to translate ultrasound images into hand gestures, allowing wireless manipulation of robots for tasks like playing piano or shooting basketball.