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MSU Researchers Set New Standards and Show How a New Treatment Helps Patients with MS, ALS, Parkinson’s Disease

Researchers from Michigan State University say it is possible for nanoparticles to go through the digestive system and deliver medicine directly to the brain tissue.
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Research Suggests Darker Side of Being Politically Confident

New research from Michigan State University suggests that those who feel self-confident about their political abilities are more likely to discriminate against those who hold opposing political views.
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Looking at How Electrons Move Within Protein Nanocrystals

Researchers believe that understanding how electrons move within small, natural systems could power a more sustainable future for our energy grid.
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From Negative Results to New Discoveries

Photosynthesis is a complex process, involving many pathways and puzzle pieces working together to keep the organism alive.
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MSU Researchers Find More Action Needed to Prevent Arthritis

The prevalence of early knee osteoarthritis (OA) symptoms faced by patients after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is staggering, but not much is being done to address it.
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Financial News with a Political Slant? MSU Research Says Polarization Boosts Trading

Over the last decade, political polarization has reached new heights in the United States. But is it possible for such opposition to lead to something positive? According to new research from Michigan State University, yes — especially for the stock market.
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Blazing a New Trail in Drug Discovery

Xuefei Huang of is part of a national team of chemists doing cutting edge research on carbohydrates that could lead to new drug candidates for treating cancer, brain disease, autoimmune disorders and more.
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MSU Shows Ancient Isolation’s Impact on Modern Ecology

A new study led by Michigan State University researcher Peter Williams sheds light on the profound influence of deep geographic isolation on the evolution of mammals.
Announcements
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.
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.
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.
NIH Awards Multi-University Team Over $4M to Improve Women’s Health
A $4.6 million NIH award is supporting an MSU-led research team working to improve women’s health through advanced computer models that account for hormonal changes across the lifespan.
MSU Maintains High Ranking for Research by Washington Monthly
Washington Monthly ranked MSU among the nation’s top research universities, recognizing its research strength, doctoral education, and faculty accomplishments.