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Researchers Partnering to Advance Equitable Urban Clean Energy

A new collaboration between MSU and U-M will explore how residents can play a greater role in shaping clean energy projects in their neighborhoods.
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Bacteria That Change Their Diet to Survive Inside the Body

By uncovering how staph bacteria use sulfur as both fuel and protection, MSU scientists are identifying potential vulnerabilities that could make antibiotic-resistant infections easier to treat.
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Monkeyflowers Thrive in Salty Spray That Kills Other Plants

MSU researchers have uncovered how coastal monkeyflowers survive salty ocean spray, a discovery that could help scientists develop more salt-resilient crops.
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AI Influencers Are Not Real. So Why Do Consumers Connect With Them?

AI influencers may not be real people, but new research from MSU shows they can still build trust, create social connections, and affect what consumers buy.
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Ask the Expert: How Journalists Can Strengthen Trust With Communities

Building trust takes more than accurate reporting. An MSU researcher explores how care, humility, and long-term engagement can strengthen connections between journalists and communities.
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Ask the Expert: Could Precision Nutrition Change the Way We Eat?

From smart food packaging to personalized meal recommendations, MSU experts explore how precision nutrition could make food systems healthier, safer, and more efficient.
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MSU Scientists Developing Tools That Help Farmers Improve Irrigation, Energy Efficiency

New MSU irrigation tools are giving farmers real-time data and recommendations to improve yields, conserve water, and lower operating costs.
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Security Flaws Could Block Devices From Cellular Networks

MSU researchers identified six security vulnerabilities that could enable fraudulent reports to block smartphones and other connected devices from accessing cellular service.
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How Studying at a Research University Can Shape Your College Experience

Research is changing the college experience at MSU, giving students opportunities to learn from experts, make discoveries, and build skills employers value.
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Rediscovering a Beetle Species First Documented by a Spartan Scientist 100 Years Ago

A rare bark beetle species first documented by an MSU scientist over 100 years ago has been rediscovered in the Philippines.