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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.
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The Chemistry Behind Next-Gen Materials

MSU researcher Michael Hickner is developing next-generation materials for energy, water, and aerospace applications while helping prepare the next generation of engineers and innovators.
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New Study: DNA of Personality Linked to Life Outcomes

New research suggests that the genetics of personality are more relevant to human experience than previously thought.
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Past Extinctions Patterns Don't Predict Extinction Risk Today

MSU researchers partnered with other universities to combine wildlife camera images, fossil records, and species data from the past 130,000 years to identify species most at risk of extinction.
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MSU Receives $30M NSF Grant To Establish Turbulence Research Center

The National Science Foundation has awarded MSU a $30 million grant to establish the Transformative Explorations in Multi-Physics and Engineering of Scientific Turbulence Center.
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Michigan Universities Partner To Improve Beach Water Testing

Researchers from four Michigan universities are testing a portable device that can detect harmful bacteria at beaches in just 15 minutes, helping communities respond to water safety risks faster.
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Ask The Expert: How Does Cyclospora Make Its Way Into Our Food?

As cyclospora infections rise across the U.S., MSU's Joan Rose sheds light on how sewage contamination may be spreading the parasite through food and water.
Richard Vaia, National Security initiative Distinguished Speaker

Richard Vaia

Richard A. Vaia, Ph.D., Acting Chief Technologist for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), helps shape the strategic direction of the Department of the Air Force's $8 billion science and technology enterprise. A nationally recognized materials scientist, National Academy of Engineering member, and U.S. Air Force veteran, Vaia will share insights on advancing research and innovation to address future national security challenges.