Big Lessons from Little Fish
Spartan researchers publish the complete genome of the Rio pearlfish, a ‘superhero’ species. All of this new information strengthens the Rio pearlfish’s potential as a model organism that can further understanding of human health.
How a Biofuel Crop Can Help Mitigate Climate Change
New Michigan State University research details how switchgrass, a biofuel crop, can mitigate effects of climate change when grown on marginal land — agricultural land of little value. For farmers, it may also provide economic returns in these otherwise unproductive spaces.
New Galleries at MSU Museum Focus on Faculty and Student Research
Two new galleries at the MSU Museum are dedicated to student and faculty research at MSU. Exhibitions in The Sandbox gallery will highlight more experimental exhibitions while the New Horizons space will feature research from the National Science Foundation Broader Impacts, art-science residencies and a rotation of other student and faculty research.
Reproductive Health Researchers Among World’s Elite
Michigan State University is emerging as a leading institution in reproductive health research as indicated by the number of its faculty members who are ranked among the world’s top fertility experts.
Light Therapy Found to Improve Breast Cancer Survivors’ Sleep
Many breast cancer survivors deal with lingering symptoms of fatigue and sleep disturbances long after their cancer has gone into remission. Researchers found that personalized time for light therapy improved breast cancer survivors’ sleep.
Broad Research Moves the Needle for Health Care
Faculty across the Broad College of Business strive to positively impact organizations and society through their scholarly work — and the health care industry is no exception. Whether it helps to advance health care management, address business issues in the industry or protect patients, Broad research moves the needle.
MSU Named Top Producer of Fulbright Scholars
Michigan State University has again been named a top producer of Fulbright U.S. Scholars — establishing MSU as the only research institution in the U.S. to achieve this status for the last eight years. With 11 Scholars, MSU is also notably the second-highest-producing institution this year.
The Quest to Recycle the Unrecyclable
Thirty percent of plastic ends up in products that can’t be recycled even if collected. DOE is investing in Spartan research to help fix that.
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