Bacteria Versus Viruses
As antibiotic resistance challenges scientists to find new ways to treat bacterial infections, researchers at Michigan State University have discovered a new way for bacteria to defend themselves against viral infection.
How Prairies Can Help Farms and Nature
An MSU study 30-plus years in the making shows that converting strips of farmland to prairie brings environmental benefits without sacrificing crop yields.
A Targeted and Personalized Approach to Fighting Cancer
Kurt Zinn and his team are researching and using radioisotopes to help reduce and treat cancer.
Giving Non-Speaking Autistic Individuals a Voice
Mariam Sayed is passionate about using her skills to help underserved francophone populations, and her current research helps autistic individuals communicate.
Immunotherapy Research Sees Promising Results in Shrinking Treatment-Resistant Cancer Tumors
Advancements in cancer research and treatment have resulted in great improvements in survival rates.
Reducing the Amount of Spilled Milk Caused by a Toxin
Researchers at Michigan State University have won a $750,000 grant from the U.S. Agency for International Development to determine what level of aflatoxin M1 is safe to ingest from milk to prevent unnecessary waste.
Evaluating the Best Method for Monitoring Wildlife to Understand Biodiversity Changes
Alex Wright is helping conservationists optimize data collection to answer complex biodiversity questions at large scales.
MSU Researchers Create Method for Breaking Down Plant Materials for Earth-Friendly Energy
With energy costs rising, and the rapidly emerging effects of burning fossil fuels on the global climate, the need has never been greater for researchers to find paths to products and fuels that are truly renewable.
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