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MSU School of Packaging professor Muhammad Rabnawaz stands in front of the Michigan State University School of Packaging sign

MSU Scientist Receives $540K Grant from National Science Foundation to Advance Biodegradable Packaging

An MSU researcher received a $540,000 NSF grant to develop biodegradable, microplastic-free packaging materials using artificial intelligence and advanced materials science.
Two Michigan State University psychologists, Dr. Jae Puckett and Dr. Aldo Barrita

$65K Grant to Assess LGBTQ+ Health Disparities Across Michigan

MSU researchers received a $65,000 grant to study health disparities and healthcare access among LGBTQ+ residents across Michigan.
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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.
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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

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.
Solar panels with a city skyline in the background

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

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 with a beach in the background

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.
Announcements
Stabenow Shares Vision for Future of Food and Farm Policy at MSU
Two-time MSU graduate Debbie Stabenow returned to campus to deliver the Stuckman Lecture, reflecting on decades of public service and her vision for the future of food and farming.
MSU Museum Celebrates 25 Years as Michigan’s First Smithsonian Affiliate
The MSU Museum is celebrating 25 years as Michigan’s first Smithsonian Affiliate, a partnership that has connected communities with nationally recognized exhibitions, educational programs, and research opportunities.
Nwando Achebe Elected Overseas Fellow of the Nigerian Academy of Letters
MSU historian Nwando Achebe has been elected an Overseas Fellow of the Nigerian Academy of Letters which is one of the highest honors bestowed by Nigeria's premier scholarly organization for the humanities, arts, and literature.
Q&A with Nick Miller, Director of Business Connect at the MSU Innovation Center
In this Q&A, Nick Miller, director of Business Connect at the MSU Innovation Center, shares insights on the value of industry-sponsored research, resources available to help faculty connect with corporate partners, and steps researchers can take to initiate successful collaborations.
NIH Awards Multi-University Team Over $4M to Improve Women’s Health
A $4.6 million NIH award is supporting an MSU-led research team working to improve women’s health through advanced computer models that account for hormonal changes across the lifespan.
MSU Maintains High Ranking for Research by Washington Monthly
Washington Monthly ranked MSU among the nation’s top research universities, recognizing its research strength, doctoral education, and faculty accomplishments.