Even Virtual Audiences Can Trigger Stress in Public Speakers, Study Finds
New MSU research shows that virtual audiences can trigger real stress responses in public speakers. Even computer-generated avatars displaying negative feedback caused measurable increases in anxiety and physiological reactions.
New Microrobots Could Reduce Patient Risks, Speed Healing
MSU researchers have developed microscopic “TriMag” robots that could make medical treatments more precise and less invasive. The tiny devices can be guided through the body to deliver targeted therapies and destroy tumor cells.
How Cocaine Rewires the Brain To Drive Relapse
When a cocaine addict relapses, it isn’t a matter of personal failure — it’s the biological result of their brain’s rewiring, new research finds. Scientists found that cocaine changes how the hippocampus functions, contributing to the compulsion to seek out the drug.
Research Sheds New Light on Genetic Causes of Infertility
For years, most fertility research has focused on the embryo. But new research from Michigan State University and Rutgers Health suggests that the health of the uterus itself may be a key part of the puzzle.
Species in Crisis
MSU ecologists are using big data and advanced models to better understand why wildlife populations are declining worldwide. Their research analyzes environmental and species data to help develop more effective conservation strategies.
Researcher Drives Equine Safety, Welfare Forward Through Alliance–Backed Studies
MSU researcher Brian Nielsen is leading studies to improve horse safety and welfare. His work examines training practices and treatments to help protect horses and riders while giving the equine industry science-based guidance.
Why Chronic Pain Lasts Longer in Women: Immune Cells Offer Clues
Chronic pain lasts longer for women than men, and new research suggests differences in hormone-regulated immune cells, called monocytes, may help explain why.
Learning Medicine by Living It
MSU’s Intergenerational Living Program pairs medical students with older adults in a senior living community, blending education with real-world care. By living alongside residents with dementia, students gain empathy, clinical insight and hands-on experience beyond the classroom.
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