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New Microscope Tool Delivers Online Alternative to In-Person Lab Experience

Faculty and student duo develop rock-solid method to provide lab experiences virtually.
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How Good is Your Sense of Smell?

For older adults, having a poor sense of smell may indicate a higher risk of pneumonia.
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How COVID May Reshape the Future of Autism Education

The shift to online learning in the past year has presented significant challenges for children and families, especially for autistic children who often struggle with changes in routine and the engagement required for remote instruction.
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A Silver Lining for Extreme Electronics

Michigan State researchers are building tougher circuits to help withstand the grueling demands of energy production, space exploration and more.
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New Poll Reveals Public Disconnect on Food and Climate Change

The spring 2021 MSU Food Literacy and Engagement Poll reveals public beliefs of how food production affects climate change, including a rising interest in meat alternatives.
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$3.7M Grant to Advance Early Intervention for Children with Autism

A multi-institution research team has earned more than $12 million total from the National Institute for Mental Health, or NIMH, to fund a multi-site clinical trial examining effective early intervention methods for toddlers with or at-risk for Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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MSU Earns Global Ranking for Impact on UN Sustainable Development Goals

Michigan State University has earned global accolades for its progress in working toward the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals — including being named No. 1 in a key area.
Announcements
MSU Research Foundation Designates $75M to Propel Michigan State’s Vision for a Far Better World
In a bold demonstration of philanthropic leadership and long-standing commitment to Michigan State University, the MSU Research Foundation has designated $75 million over the next eight years to support the university’s comprehensive campaign, Uncommon Will, Far Better World.
Michigan State University Ranked Among the Top 100 U.S. Universities for Utility Patents in 2024 by the National Academy of Inventors
The Top 100 U.S. Universities List is an annual ranking created to highlight and celebrate U.S. universities that play a large role in advancing innovation and invention in the United States.
Trifecta Announces Spring 2025 Projects
The Trifecta Initiative Facilitating Fund (TIFF) Awards are designed to provide investigators from the Trifecta Initiative colleges with resources towards federally funded NIH or NSF proposals.
Celebrating the 2025 Postdoctoral Excellence Awardees at MSU
Michigan State University proudly recognizes two exceptional postdoctoral scholars for their outstanding contributions to research. Selected through a highly competitive nomination and peer-review process, Dr. Miguel Chirivi, Ph.D., D.V.M., and Dr. Ajmir Khan, Ph.D., were honored with the 2025 Postdoctoral Excellence in Research Awards (PERA).
MSU Salutes Breakthroughs in Innovation and Entrepreneurship at 2025 Innovation Celebration
Michigan State University’s Innovation Center hosted the highly anticipated 2025 Innovation Celebration on April 1 at the Kellogg Center, honoring the trailblazers advancing research, entrepreneurship, and economic development in the region and beyond.
Xia Named MSU AgBioResearch Associate Director
Kang Xia has been named associate director of Michigan State University AgBioResearch. Her appointment begins April 14.