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2 MSU Undergraduates Named Voyager Scholarship Awardees

Two MSU undergraduates were selected for the prestigious Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship, recognizing their commitment to public service and community impact.
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Avian Flu During Pregnancy: Study Maps How Virus Reaches Offspring

As avian flu continues to spread among birds and mammals, MSU researchers are helping uncover how the virus may affect pregnancy, offspring development, and long-term health outcomes.
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The Research Behind Stanislav Khristenko's 24 Preludes

MSU pianist Stanislav Khristenko’s new album, 24 Preludes, combines performance and scholarly research to explore five centuries of music through works by 24 composers.
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MSU Researchers Work Toward Universal Flu, HIV Vaccines

MSU researchers are using a new NIH grant to study a viral process shared by influenza and HIV, work that could lead to broader vaccines and new antiviral treatments.
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Helping Wireless Devices Find Their Location Without GPS

MSU researchers have developed a new technology that allows wireless systems to synchronize and determine their position without GPS, improving performance in environments where satellite signals are unavailable.
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Researchers Show Adult Retinas Can Repair Themselves

New findings from MSU reveal that adult retinal cells retain an unexpected ability to repair and reconnect, opening new possibilities for treating inherited blindness.
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Iron Helped Scientists Trace Earth’s Oxygen. Now It’s Telling a Bigger Story

MSU researchers found that ancient iron records capture signals of Earth’s changing landscapes, offering a new tool for understanding the planet’s history.
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Why Ancient Grasslands, Once Plowed, Don’t Grow Back the Same

New research shows that ancient grasslands often fail to fully recover after being plowed, as fast-growing species replace the long-lived native plants that once defined these ecosystems.
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MSU AI Innovation Supports 2.2M U.S. Workers Exposed to Toxic Dust

MSU researchers have developed an artificial intelligence system to assist with more timely and accurate interpretation of X-ray images.
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MSU Scientist Receives $540K Grant from National Science Foundation to Advance Biodegradable Packaging

An MSU researcher received a $540,000 NSF grant to develop biodegradable, microplastic-free packaging materials using artificial intelligence and advanced materials science.