Building for the Future of Space and Semiconductors
A new NSF-funded facility at MSU will help researchers develop and test advanced semiconductor technologies designed to withstand the extreme conditions of space.
New Study: Personality Is Key in Hiring Effective Leaders
A new MSU study found that the personality traits that help people become leaders are not always the same traits that make them effective leaders.
Unlocking the Cosmic Recipe for Strontium
MSU researchers helped uncover how stars produce strontium, a discovery that brings scientific models closer to matching observations of some of the universe’s oldest stars.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.