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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.
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The Chemistry Behind Next-Gen Materials

MSU researcher Michael Hickner is developing next-generation materials for energy, water, and aerospace applications while helping prepare the next generation of engineers and innovators.
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New Study: DNA of Personality Linked to Life Outcomes

New research suggests that the genetics of personality are more relevant to human experience than previously thought.
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Past Extinctions Patterns Don't Predict Extinction Risk Today

MSU researchers partnered with other universities to combine wildlife camera images, fossil records, and species data from the past 130,000 years to identify species most at risk of extinction.
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MSU Receives $30M NSF Grant To Establish Turbulence Research Center

The National Science Foundation has awarded MSU a $30 million grant to establish the Transformative Explorations in Multi-Physics and Engineering of Scientific Turbulence Center.
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Michigan Universities Partner To Improve Beach Water Testing

Researchers from four Michigan universities are testing a portable device that can detect harmful bacteria at beaches in just 15 minutes, helping communities respond to water safety risks faster.
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Ask The Expert: How Does Cyclospora Make Its Way Into Our Food?

As cyclospora infections rise across the U.S., MSU's Joan Rose sheds light on how sewage contamination may be spreading the parasite through food and water.
Announcements
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.
College of Law Launches Health and Life Sciences Law Program
MSU’s new Health and Life Sciences Law program brings together students, researchers, and experts to study the evolving role of law and policy in health care and AI.
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.
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.
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.