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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.
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AI Influencers Are Not Real. So Why Do Consumers Connect With Them?

AI influencers may not be real people, but new research from MSU shows they can still build trust, create social connections, and affect what consumers buy.
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Ask the Expert: How Journalists Can Strengthen Trust With Communities

Building trust takes more than accurate reporting. An MSU researcher explores how care, humility, and long-term engagement can strengthen connections between journalists and communities.
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Ask the Expert: Could Precision Nutrition Change the Way We Eat?

From smart food packaging to personalized meal recommendations, MSU experts explore how precision nutrition could make food systems healthier, safer, and more efficient.
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MSU Scientists Developing Tools That Help Farmers Improve Irrigation, Energy Efficiency

New MSU irrigation tools are giving farmers real-time data and recommendations to improve yields, conserve water, and lower operating costs.
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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.
Announcements
MSU, Michigan Tech Partner to Advance Dual-Use Technologies That Improve Everyday Life
MSU and Michigan Tech are partnering to advance technologies that address national security challenges while benefiting areas such as health, energy, and manufacturing.
North Wind Leaders Join MSU to Explore Dual-Use Innovation and National Security
From AI and advanced computing to workforce development and technology transfer, leaders from North Wind and MSU explored how collaboration across academia, industry, and government can accelerate dual-use innovation and strengthen national security.
Agnieszka Sorensen Receives NSF CAREER Award to Study Dense Nuclear Matter
Using machine learning, theoretical modeling, and experimental data, MSU researcher Agnieszka Sorensen is working to better understand dense nuclear matter and the universe’s strong force.
MSU Scientist Bruno Basso to Be Honored for Outstanding Contributions to Agronomic Research
MSU scientist Bruno Basso is being recognized for pioneering precision agriculture research that helps farmers improve yields, reduce costs, and protect the environment.
15 MSU Faculty Receive Research Foundation Postdoctoral Scholars Program Awards
The Michigan State University Office of Research and Innovation has selected 15 faculty members to receive support through the inaugural MSU Research Foundation Postdoctoral Scholars Program. The program supports health-related research while providing postdoctoral scholars with mentorship and training opportunities to advance their development as independent investigators.
USDA Awards More Than $16.2M for MSU Greenhouse Renovations
New USDA funding will help MSU upgrade its research greenhouses with advanced lighting, environmental controls and other technology to support cutting-edge plant research.