ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 20 -- The University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center issued the following news release: Michigan Medicine will launch a new era in comprehensive breast cancer care, thanks to a generous donation from the Weiser Charitable Foundation. The foundation's $25 million gift will support establishing the Weiser Family Center for Breast Cancer at the University of Michigan Health Rogel Cancer Center. The funding will assist in improving treatment experiences through the creat  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 17 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: Thinner than a human hair, the device amplifies and converts near infrared light into visible light with the potential for low power consumption and long battery life Raju Lampande, postdoctoral researcher in Giebink's lab, positions an OLED that leverages positive feedback to amplify the conversion of near infrared light into visible light in front of a microscope imaging system. credit: Marcin Szczepanski,  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 17 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: Data suggests the switch to EVs may not mean the loss of assembly jobs some predicted Ford workers, at the all-electric F-150 Lightning plant, move among the chassis on the assembly line. credit: Brenda Ahearn, Michigan Engineering Study: Higher labor intensity in US automotive assembly plants after transitioning to electric vehicles (DOI: 10.1038/s41467-024-52435-x) U.S. auto plants producing battery elec  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Sept. 18 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news on Sept. 17, 2024: Pete Souza, former Chief Official White House Photographer for Presidents Ronald Reagan and Barack Obama will give a presentation on leadership and legacy at Central Michigan University on Monday, September 30. Hosted by CMU's School of Communication, Journalism, and Media, Souza's talk will give audiences a behind-the-scenes look at life in the White House through the lens of his came  more

ALLENDALE, Michigan, Sept. 20 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: By Brian Vernellis A showcase of cutting-edge tech, computing and engineering projects by faculty and students headlined GVSU's Tech Week GR event, "The Blue Dot Experience," on September 19. GVSU leadership, along with Grand Rapids tech and business executives, explored the diverse innovations presented by faculty and students at the Eberhard Center, the future home of Blue Dot. President Philomena V.  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 18 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: Study: Leveraging body-worn camera footage to assess effects of training on officer communication during traffic stops Training police officers on effective communication through body-worn camera analysis can improve their interactions with community members, a new University of Michigan study suggests. In an analysis involving the Oakland (California) Police Department, officers who received procedural tra  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Sept. 18 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Connecting with fellow alumni is essential in supporting the CMU community * * * By Jason Fielder The Central Michigan University Alumni Board of Directors has appointed six new members to its ranks. The new members are: * Chris Cantrell, '99 B.S. (Geography) * Kelly Eldracher, '11 B.A.A. (Integrative Public Relations) * Griffith Gatewood, '13 B.S. Business Administration (Marketing) * Ke  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Sept. 17 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: By Eric Baerren Major Gen. Darren Werner came to Central Michigan University from a small, rural town in Michigan's Thumb in 1985 to prepare for a military career as part of its ROTC program. He remembers his hometown fondly and said he wouldn't change a thing about his childhood. After receiving his commission in 1989, he joined an Army full of people from every part of the diverse nation he defended  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Sept. 21 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Programs include fitness, fall risk assessments * * * By Eric Baerren A fitness program tailored to reduce falls among older people in mid-Michigan is the latest effort by Central Michigan University researchers to improve the lives of older people. The program puts undergraduate students to lead residents in exercises intended to help them maintain their strength and balance. It incorporates  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Sept. 21 (TNSres) -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Advanced methods use light-based therapies for brain health improvement * * * By Conner Leslie Ute Hochgeschwender in the College of Medicine has been awarded several recent NIH grants for her studies to better understand how the brain functions. The grants build on her team's development of novel research methods funded by The BRAIN Initiative. A collaborative grant "Targeted Circui  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Sept. 20 (TNSres) -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: By Liberty Guilmette Central Michigan University Professor of English Jeffrey Weinstock had a summer filled with professional and academic successes. Professor of such courses as Monsters and Their Meanings, Fantasy and Science Fiction, and others, Weinstock was recently recognized for his outstanding research and contributions to the academic field of American Gothic and Horror, earning both   more

SOUTHFIELD, Michigan, Sept. 17 -- Lawrence Technological University issued the following news: Brandon Martin loves football. He played in high school and junior college in Texas and California. And his brother and business partner played at NCAA Division III powerhouse University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. But after seeing a 13-year-old football player become paralyzed from a dangerous head-down hit, Brandon Martin was dismayed--and inspired. The incident, Martin said, gave him an idea for a new  more

BIRMINGHAM, Michigan, Sept. 17 -- Clark Hill, a law firm, issued the following news on Sept. 16, 2024: Clark Hill announced today that Mario Barrera has joined the firm's Mexico City office as a Member of its Corporate practice group. Barrera brings more than 25 years of Mexican tax law experience to Clark Hill. He represents clients from a wide variety of industries as lead tax counsel on mergers and acquisitions, financings, and real estate matters, as well as cross-border transactions. He a  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Sept. 21 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: By Jaime Griffis Central Michigan University Online is excited to announce a renewed partnership with the United States Postal Services, offering a significant educational opportunity to over 600,000 USPS employees nationwide. This collaboration, which revives a relationship from 2014, brings forth new benefits and reaffirms CMU Online's commitment to supporting professional development and lifelong le  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 19 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: Nationally recognized expert known for his 'spirit of continuous improvement' to take the helm in 2025 David C. Miller--a urologist, surgeon and nationally recognized expert in urological oncology, quality improvement and health services research--will become executive vice president for medical affairs at the University of Michigan and chief executive officer of Michigan Medicine. The appointment, which th  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 21 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release: Tom Barrett's anti-abortion voting record is on full display in Michigan's 7th Congressional District, as a new ad highlights the dangers his agenda presents to women and families in Michigan. Barrett has a lengthy history of anti-abortion extremism, including a bill he introduced "which creates penalties for individuals" and includes "up to two years imprisonment and a fine of up to $50,  more

DETROIT, Michigan, Sept. 19 -- DTE Energy issued the following news release on Sept. 18, 2024: * * * Energy Efficiency Makeover Contest runs Sept. 18 - Nov. 8 * * * DTE Energy, Michigan's largest provider of energy efficiency savings, announced today that the company's annual Small Business Energy Efficiency Makeover Contest is now open for entries. The contest will award three businesses $5,000 in energy efficiency improvements and can be entered at DTEEnergy.com/makeover. Businesses that i  more

ALLENDALE, Michigan, Sept. 18 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: By Julianna Schrier GVSU earned a Gold Seal from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge as a result of high nonpartisan democratic engagement work in the 2022 Midterm Elections when 46% of Grand Valley students voted. "Providing the tools to become active, global citizens is part of our ongoing commitment to civic engagement and empowering student voices," said President Philomena V. Mantella. "Earning a   more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 20 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: An artist's rendering of what's called an active galactic nucleus at the center of NGC 4151. The galaxy's black hole sits at the center, immediately surrounded by an accretion disk shown in blue. credit: JAXA Some of the first data from an international space mission is confirming decades worth of speculation about the galactic neighborhoods of supermassive black holes. More exciting than the data, though,   more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 18 -- The University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy issued the following news: The Ford School's fall event series kicked off with more than 115 people in attendance for Immigration on the Ballot, a panel discussion about the policy landscape and implications for the upcoming election, hosted by the Center for Racial Justice. "Americans named immigration the single most important problem facing the U.S. for three straight months this year," explained poli  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 18 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: Sarah M Oliver at USITT Conference. The University of Michigan is addressing long-standing equity issues in the performing arts by offering a free, open course in stage makeup and hair for all skin tones and hair textures. Available to anyone in the world on demand, this rigorous course is taught by career professionals and leaders at U-M School of Music, Theatre & Dance, including associate professor Sarah  more

LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 17 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release on Sept. 15, 2024: Governor Gretchen Whitmer is recognizing September 15 through October 15 as Hispanic Heritage Month in Michigan, celebrating the rich history, culture and contributions of Hispanic Americans in shaping Michigan's diverse communities. "Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the legacy and vibrant culture that Hispanic Americans bring to our nation and state," said Gove  more

ALLENDALE, Michigan, Sept. 19 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: By Julianna Schrier As part of Tech Week Grand Rapids, GVSU co-hosted a screening of the documentary "Show Her the Money" on September 18. The film tells the story of women entrepreneurs and the challenges they face owning and financing their businesses in the world of venture capitalism. "I'm super excited to see the film, to be hosting and to be a part of the conversation," said GVSU President Philomen  more

OLIVET, Michigan, Sept. 20 (TNSres) -- The University of Olivet issued the following news: Grass Lake Community Schools students will now be automatically admitted to The University of Olivet, thanks to Olivet Direct!, a program that makes the admissions process faster and easier for qualified students. President Steven M. Corey, Ph.D., and Grass Lake Community Schools Superintendent Nicholas Angel, Ed.D., signed the Olivet Direct! agreement recently at Grass Lake High School. The University o  more

ALLENDALE, Michigan, Sept. 17 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: By Brian Vernellis Hospitality and tourism students from around the world will get the opportunity to listen and connect with some of the industry's top executives and insiders, thanks to a no-cost, online event, courtesy of Grand Valley State University. The inaugural International Hospitality Students Day, an all-day livestream event, will unite students, educators, professionals and anyone interested   more

ALLENDALE, Michigan, Sept. 19 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: By Michele Coffill More than 200 high school students across Michigan are earning college credits through established partnerships among Grand Valley, intermediate school districts, technical education centers and high schools. While these students can take their direct credits to any college, Grand Valley leaders said the students are getting a jump start on their post-high school plans while enhancing   more

HOLLAND, Michigan, Sept. 18 -- Hope College issued the following news: Hope College continues to hold a STARS Gold rating in recognition of its sustainability achievements from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). The college has also been recognized for being among the top colleges and universities in the nation for research related to sustainability. STARS, the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System, measures and encourages sustainab  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- House Majority PAC, an organization that says it focuses on electing Democrats to the House of Representatives, issued the following news release: House Majority PAC is launching new television ads across 4 districts in Arizona and Michigan. AZ-01 House Majority PAC is launching two new television ads, "No Exceptions" and "Defend", highlighting Amish Shah's work to protect abortion rights, and David Schweikert's troubling record of trying to ban abortion nationwide and  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 17 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: EXPERT Q&A Elizabeth Kuzma Elizabeth Kuzma, clinical associate professor at the University of Michigan School of Nursing, talks to her young patients regularly about reproductive and sexual health in a digital age. She tailors these conversations so they are age-appropriate, but topics can include pornography, consent, body autonomy and sexting, among others. Since many of her patients' parents aren't talk  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 17 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: The system produces ethylene, an important ingredient of many plastics, with much higher efficiency, yield and longevity than competing systems The experimental setup in Zetian Mi's lab where his team prepared an artificial photosynthesis device that can turn carbon dioxide and water into ethylene, in a step toward making solar fuels. Yuyang Pan shines a light on the device. credit: Sylvia Cardarelli and Jer  more

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Sept. 19 -- The Indiana Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission issued the following weekly hearing schedule: * * * Monday, September 23, 2024 CAUSE NO.: 46083; ALJ: PAGONIS; TIME: 9:30 A.M.; COMMISSIONER: VELETA; ROOM: PNC, Room 224 VERIFIED PETITION OF INDIANA MICHIGAN POWER COMPANY (I&M) FOR APPROVAL OF CAPACITY PURCHASE AGREEMENT (CPA) AND ASSOCIATED ACCOUNTING AND RATEMAKING TREATMENT INCLUDING TIMELY RECOVERY OF COSTS THROUGH I&M'S RESOURCE ADEQUACY RIDER (RAR) OF   more

MIDLAND, Michigan, Sept. 20 -- Northwood University issued the following news: Northwood University is bringing together automotive industry leaders and experts for a one-day automotive summit featuring insightful discussions and networking opportunities on Oct. 3 in Midland, Michigan. Organized by the Center for Automotive & Mobility Studies (CAMS) at Northwood University, the CAMS Industry Summit will cover a range of key topics facing the automotive industry today, including retail trends,   more

BATTLE CREEK, Michigan, Sept. 19 -- Kellogg Community College issued the following news release: Kellogg Community College this summer began installing 11 new sculptures on its campuses as part of the College's ongoing KCC Biennial Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition. The project is supported via the KCC Foundation's Art on Campus initiative, which exists to provide art experiences on KCC's campuses. All sculptures are located outdoors and are free and open to the public for viewing. A reception for  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 17 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: Concerns about hiring and keeping law enforcement officers have skyrocketed among local government officials in Michigan in the past decade. Local law enforcement officials themselves are even more pessimistic about recruitment and retention within their ranks. The findings, which come in the latest Michigan Public Policy Survey conducted by the University of Michigan's Center for Local, State, and Urban Po  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Sept. 18 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: By Robert Wang The Mathematics Assistance Center at Central Michigan University is a resource for students seeking help in mathematics or statistics across various disciplines. Serving students from a range of math backgrounds, the MAC primarily assists those enrolled in 100- or 200-level math and introductory statistics courses. However, support is also available for students in more advanced classes,  more

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 19 -- The city of Albany issued the following news on Sept. 18, 2024: Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan and Albany Police Chief Eric Hawkins announced today the Chief will be departing the Albany Police Department at the beginning of December to continue his career as the Police Commissioner in the Warren Police Department in the state of Michigan. Since being appointed Chief of the APD in September 2018, Chief Hawkins has made a significant impact, including leading the Depart  more

LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 19 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release on Sept. 18, 2024: Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is encouraging residents to utilize MiEJScreen, an environmental justice resource recently launched by the Office of the Environmental Justice Public Advocate (OEJPA) in the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). MiEJScreen, developed by the OEJPA with stakeholder and community input, is an interactive enviro  more

LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 20 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release on Sept. 19, 2024: Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex and upon all public buildings and grounds across the state of Michigan to be lowered to half-staff on Friday, September 20, 2024, to honor the life and service of Motor Carrier Officer Daniel M. Kerstetter, who passed away in the line of duty. "Officer Daniel M. Kerstetter was a prou  more

LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 21 -- The Michigan Public Service Commission announced the following electric application (Case No. U-21796) on Sept. 20, 2024: * * * In the matter of the application of CONSUMERS ENERGY COMPANY for Ex Parte Approval of Amendments to the Distributed Generation Program tariff. APPLICATION Consumers Energy Company ("Consumers Energy" or the "Company") requests that the Michigan Public Service Commission ("MPSC" or the "Commission") issue an order approving amendments t  more

LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 21 -- The Michigan Public Service Commission announced the following electric application (Case No. U-21798) on Sept. 20, 2024: * * * In the matter of the ex parte compliance submission of DTE Electric Company concerning the Rider 18 distributed generation tariff DTE ELECTRIC COMPANY'S EX PARTE COMPLIANCE APPLICATION DTE ELECTRIC COMPANY ("Applicant" "DTE Electric" or "Company"), a corporation organized and existing under and by virtue of the laws of the State of Mic  more

LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 21 -- The Michigan Public Service Commission announced the following electric application (Case No. U-21795) on Sept. 20, 2024: * * * In the matter of the ex parte application of INDIANA MICHIGAN POWER COMPANY for approval of its revised distributed generation tariff consistent with Public Act 235 of 2023. EX PARTE APPLICATION Indiana Michigan Power Company ("I&M" or the "Company") requests the Michigan Public Service Commission ("MPSC" or the "Commission") approve,   more

LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 20 -- The Michigan Public Service Commission announced the following electric application (Case No. U-21791) on Sept. 19, 2024: * * * In the matter of the application of UPPER PENINSULA POWER COMPANY for ex parte approval of revisions to distributed generation tariff provisions. APPLICATION Upper Peninsula Power Company ("UPPCO" or the "Company") files this ex parte application and respectfully requests that the Michigan Public Service Commission ("MPSC" or the "Comm  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 16 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: Tony Reames, associate professor at the University of Michigan School of Environment and Sustainability, just returned to campus from two years at the U.S. Department of Energy working on energy justice. The Tishman professor of environmental justice and director of the SEAS Detroit Sustainability Clinic joined us on the Michigan Minds Podcast to share his thoughts on how energy justice could manifest in the  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 19 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: Photo Courtesy of Weldon Brewster Photography for the Grand LA The University of Michigan Board of Regents approved a long-term lease to establish a new location for the Ross School of Business in downtown Los Angeles. Plans are for the Michigan Ross Los Angeles campus to be located at The Grand LA, in the Grand Ave Arts Corridor, known as the city's epicenter of culture with iconic art, theater and enterta  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 18 (TNSres) -- Michigan State University's College of Osteopathic Medicine issued the following news: Terrie E. Taylor, D.O., University Distinguished Professor and MSU Research Foundation Professor at the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, is president-elect of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. She will begin her one-year term at the society's annual meeting later this November; in November 2025, she will become preside  more

OLIVET, Michigan, Sept. 15 -- The University of Olivet issued the following news: The Michigan Veteran-Friendly Schools Program recognizes academic institutions committed to supporting the needs of veterans and military-connected students. The University of Olivet (UOlivet) has been named a Gold-Level Veteran-Friendly School, the highest-ranking level for the eighth consecutive year. "We thank these brave men and women for their service in the Armed Forces, and now we are grateful to serve the  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 20 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: Throughout 2024, consumers have repeatedly expressed that their expectations for the economy hinge on the results of the upcoming presidential election. Joanne Hsu Consumer views of the economy incorporate who, at the moment, consumers expect the next president will be. Some consumers say that if their election expectations don't come to pass, their expected trajectory of the economy would be entirely diffe  more

ALLENDALE, Michigan, Sept. 18 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: By Michele Coffill Grand Valley will create and embed Anishinaabe teachings into several undergraduate courses, following a $63,500 grant from the Native American Heritage Fund. The pilot program will begin in the winter 2025 semester and include bringing in community Indigenous knowledge keepers to collaborate and co-teach with Grand Valley faculty members who lead these courses. Belinda Bardwell, ass  more

MIDLAND, Michigan, Sept. 17 (TNSres) -- Northwood University issued the following news: Northwood University is bringing together automotive industry leaders and experts for a one-day automotive summit featuring insightful discussions and networking opportunities on Oct. 3 in Midland, Michigan. Organized by the Center for Automotive & Mobility Studies (CAMS) at Northwood University, the CAMS Industry Summit will cover a range of key topics facing the automotive industry today, including retail  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 17 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: Hallowe'en Card from Grandpa T.R. The University of Michigan Clements Library and the Ford School of Public Policy will dive into the work of Pulitzer Prize-winning political cartoonist Pat Oliphant. The Clements exhibit puts Oliphant's cartoons in conversation with historic examples of political satire from America's past, exploring the role that art plays in democratic culture. Within the display are cari  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 19 (TNSres) -- The University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy issued the following news: Significant racial and gender disparities exist in U.S. crime victim compensation programs, revealing Black and Indigenous people as well as survivors of gender-based violence face unique challenges in obtaining financial support, according to a new report from the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy at the University of Michigan. Despite intentions to alleviate the  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 18 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: Significant racial and gender disparities exist in U.S. crime victim compensation programs, revealing Black and Indigenous people as well as survivors of gender-based violence face unique challenges in obtaining financial support, according to a new report from the University of Michigan. Study (PDF): Inequality in Crime Victim Compensation Despite intentions to alleviate the financial burden for crime vict  more

NEW YORK, Sept. 18 -- Savills Inc., a real estate firm, issued the following news release: * * * Savills arranges a long-term office relocation on behalf of the behavioral health organization as it recommits to Michigan Avenue * * * CHICAGO - Savills represented The Family Institute at Northwestern University in lease negotiations for its new downtown offices. The organization will move from its current office at Willboughby Tower on South Michigan Avenue to a nearly 15,000-square-foot full   more

PARSIPPANY, New Jersey, Sept. 21 -- Sun Chemical, a member of DIC Group, issued the following news release: * * * Michigan Provides Additional $25 Million to Fund Inflation Reduction Act-Compliant Electric Vehicle Battery Production in State * * * WASHINGTON -- September 20, 2024 -- In a groundbreaking move to bolster America's clean energy future, the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains and the state of Michigan's Competitiveness Fund have sele  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 18 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: EXPERT Q&A Michelle Bellino Drawing on her research with displaced communities, Michelle Bellino, associate professor of education at the University of Michigan, argues that universities should care about refugees, asylum-seekers and displaced communities as part of their mission to prepare students for a more just and egalitarian society. Bellino urges institutions of higher education to join Welcome Corp  more

ALLENDALE, Michigan, Sept. 19 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: By Brian Vernellis Some of Grand Rapids' most innovative tech executives, CEOs and entrepreneurs gave a glimpse into their cutting-edge projects that are shaping the future of the region's tech industry. The Tech Week GR event -- "Tech Talks: AI & Data," presented by GVSU and The Right Place -- drew a sold-out crowd to the Consumers Energy John G. Russell Leadership Center on September 18 to hear seven   more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 16 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: It uses magnetic fields to display images at the same resolution as a squid's color-changing skin Study: Janus swarm metamaterials for information display, memory, and encryption (DOI: adma.202406149) A flexible screen inspired, in part, by squid can store and display encrypted images like a computer--using magnetic fields rather than electronics. The research is reported in Advanced Materials by University  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 17 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: Research led by University of Michigan faculty and researchers generated a record-breaking 615 new inventions last year--a feat rarely achieved by any research commercialization office in the country. Additionally, 28 startup companies were launched to support the commercialization of U-M research discoveries. These new companies are advancing technologies across an array of disciplines, ranging from novel b  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 16 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT DATE: 5 p.m. Sept. 19, 2024 EVENT: As the 2024 presidential election looms, the University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy is teaming up with the Brookings Institution to examine how current U.S. climate policy is working and what the next few years could look like. Climate policy has been a significant focus at the federal level over the past three years, notably with the pas  more

FLINT, Michigan, Sept. 19 -- The University of Michigan-Flint issued the following news: By Helen Garbarino With an innovative skillset and mission to serve, Miranda Crummey--an occupational therapy doctorate student from Laingsburg--is making a difference in the lives of veterans. Inspired by her father's military background and the foundational roots of occupational therapy, Crummey combines empathy and expertise to offer veterans a holistic, client-focused path to wellness and recovery. "  more

DEARBORN, Michigan, Sept. 18 -- The University of Michigan's Dearborn Campus issued the following news: * * * The Intelligent Systems Club finds success at their first competition with a new vehicle-focused autonomous project. * * * By Kathryn Bourlier After multiple years of success building and competing with autonomous snowplows, Intelligent Systems Club members wanted a new challenge. Looking to transition to a project with a larger scope, increased potential for connecting with industr  more

DEARBORN, Michigan, Sept. 20 (TNSres) -- The University of Michigan's Dearborn Campus issued the following news: * * * The Summer Undergraduate Research Experience had another record year, serving 49 students in 2024. We check in with students and their faculty mentors in each of the colleges, starting with CECS and CEHHS. * * * In just a few short years since its founding in 2018, the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience has grown into a mainstay of the campus' burgeoning research cultu  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 18 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: Helping out the quad muscles kept study participants lifting safely despite fatigue, with an algorithm that smoothly shifts between lifting and carrying tasks Emily Keller, a doctoral student in robotics at the Locomotor Control Systems Lab, University of Michigan, demonstrates the knee exoskeletons on the steps outside of the Ford Robotics Building at U-M. credit: Jose Montes-Perez, Robotics, University of   more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 15 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: Story by Fernanda Pires | Photos and Video by Eric BronsonPortugues BRAZIL--It is early morning when a group of University of Michigan students embark on the boats in northwestern Brazil. The sun's intensity is still low, but its rays pierce the immense tree branches and reflect in the flooded forest's waters, one of the largest in the world. The sky already shines blue. "Shhh!" says native guide Tito Jonas  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 16 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: U-M research finds it's not due to Asians becoming more Western and individualistic, but collectivism that enhances luxury consumption Study: Unpacking collective materialism: how values shape consumption in seven Asian markets The Asia-Pacific region is the largest consumer of personal luxury goods in the world. Asian consumers shop at home and overseas in cities like New York, Milan and Paris, contributin  more