Anorexia Risk May Begin Outside the Brain, New Study Suggests
MSU researchers found that people with anorexia were nearly four times as likely to carry potentially damaging variants of a fat-storage gene, pointing to a new direction for research.
How to Survive a Drought
MSU plant biologist Thelma Madzima is studying how crops respond to drought, heat, and other stresses to help develop plants better equipped for extreme weather.
Underwater Sinkholes Could Reveal the Great Lakes’ Hidden History
MSU researchers are studying sediments from underwater sinkholes to uncover the Great Lakes’ past and help guide future restoration efforts.
Your Gut Makes a Molecule That Fights a Leading Cause of Food Poisoning
MSU researchers discovered that a molecule naturally produced by gut bacteria can inhibit a leading cause of food poisoning, pointing to potential new ways to fight infection.
25 Years of Sturgeon Research: MSU Celebrates Conservation Success at Black Lake
Twenty-five years of research at Black Lake have helped MSU scientists better understand lake sturgeon and develop strategies to restore populations across Michigan.
MSU Extension Helping Michiganders as Spotted Lanternfly Spreads in State
Through research, workshops, and hands-on resources, MSU Extension is helping Michigan communities prepare for and respond to the spread of spotted lanternfly.
Youth Voices Shape Researcher's Approach to Suicide Prevention in Juvenile Detention
An MSU-led study is adapting a national suicide prevention framework for juvenile detention, using insights from young people with lived experience to guide the approach.
2 MSU Undergraduates Named Voyager Scholarship Awardees
Two MSU undergraduates were selected for the prestigious Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship, recognizing their commitment to public service and community impact.
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