Announcements
MTRAC AgBio Starter Grant Applications Now Open
The Michigan Translational Research and Commercialization (MTRAC) AgBio Innovation Hub has announced the opening of its Fall 2024 MTRAC AgBio Starter Grant request for proposals.
Henry Ford Innovations Davidson Fellowship Open for Applications
The Davidson Fellowship is now open for applications. Submissions are due by end of day Friday, August 9, 2024.
MSU Earns Top-50 Ranking Among US Patent-Granting Universities
MSU ranks in top 100 worldwide for eleventh straight year. The National Academy of Inventors has also honored Michigan State University with a top-50 ranking in the United States for the second year in a row.
MTRAC AgBio Innovation Challenge Open for Application
The MTRAC AgBio Innovation Hub at MSU is pleased to announce the 2024 AgBio Innovation Challenge for Spring 2024.
Wu Selected to Serve on World Health Organization’s Risk-Benefit Assessment Technical Group
Felicia Wu, John A. Hannah Distinguished Professor and University Distinguished Professor in Michigan State University’s College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, was selected to serve on the World Health Organization’s, or WHO’s, Risk-Benefit Assessment Technical Group to make recommendations on dietary guidelines.
Exploring New Frontiers in Educational Research and Generative AI
With recent developments in generative AI, five faculty from the Colleges of Education and Natural Science presented a series of flash talks that explore ways AI can enhance learning environments and education research.
Chen to be Awarded Scientific Achievement Award by International Union of Forest Research Organizations
Jiquan Chen will receive a Scientific Achievement Award from the International Union of Forest Research Organizations, or IUFRO. Through various awards, IUFRO honors those who advance science and promote international cooperation in all fields of research related to forestry.
Dietz Elected to National Academy of Sciences
Tom Dietz, who retired last year as a University Distinguished Professor of Sociology, was elected to the esteemed National Academy of Sciences.
Akmon Appointed as Vice Chair and Secretary for the American Alliance of Museums
The American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the only organization representing the entire scope of the museum community, today announced new board members and board officers, including MSU Museum’s Director, Devon Akmon, who will be serving as Vice Chair and Secretary.
Whitaker Elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences
Rodney Whitaker, University Distinguished Professor of Jazz Bass and director of Jazz Studies in the Michigan State University College of Music, is among the class of new members elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.