EAST LANSING, MI — A bipartisan group of lawmakers in Lansing has introduced three new bills to establish the Michigan Innovation Fund that would provide critical funding support to Michigan’s existing early-stage evergreen venture funds and entrepreneur ecosystem. Michigan House Bills 5651, 5652 and 5653, sponsored by Representative Alabas Farhat (D-Dearborn), Jason Hoskins (D-Southfield) and …
Like many great honors, it began with a missed phone call and an email asking if there was time to chat. Soon enough, Michigan State’s Melanie Cooper had gotten the good news — she’d been elected to the National Academy of Education. “It was a thrill and honor,” said Cooper, a professor of chemistry and …
Michigan State University has officially launched its effort to modernize its research greenhouse facilities supporting leading-edge plant research and education. “MSU is a world-leading center for plant sciences research that drives innovation in the agricultural economy and addresses the impacts of a changing climate and emerging diseases, pests and contaminants,” said Phil Duxbury, dean of …
Agriculture is a significant economic driver in Michigan, contributing more than $104 billion annually to the state’s economy. While many people know Michigan for its tart cherries or apples, potato production plays a significant role in Michigan’s economy. With more than $200 million of potatoes harvested in 2020 alone, Michigan ranks as the most significant …
EAST LANSING, MI — The Michigan State University Research Foundation announces 17 new investment transactions in startup companies through its Red Cedar Ventures and Michigan Rise Pre-Seed III investment subsidiaries for the period from January through March of 2024. The Michigan State University Research Foundation’s captive venture program was established to develop and nurture high-tech, …
In a new paper appearing in Science Advances, Michigan State University researchers have unraveled a surprising genetic mystery centered on sugars found in what gardeners know as “tomato tar.” Anyone who has pruned tomato plants barehanded has likely found their fingers darkened with a sticky, gold-black substance that won’t quite wash off. This tomato tar is …
Tom Dietz, who retired last year as a University Distinguished Professor of Sociology, was elected to the esteemed National Academy of Sciences this week. Dietz was one of only 120 members and 24 international members elected to NAS in recognition of their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research. “I am profoundly honored by being …
Reforestation efforts to restock depleted forests are important for addressing climate change and for both capturing and restoring carbon from the Earth’s atmosphere. These types of solutions to mitigate carbon emissions are critical after 2023 proved to be the warmest year on record. However, some models have been found to be inaccurate. New research from …
Jun-Hyun Kim, Ph.D., ASLA, has been named director of the Michigan State University (MSU) School of Planning, Design and Construction (SPDC), which is jointly administered by the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the College of Social Science. His five-year appointment as director will begin on June 1, 2024. “Dr. Kim is an experienced leader, distinguished scholar and award-winning …
On April 19, 2024, members of the Mechanical Engineering Design capstone course at Michigan State University presented their design for a portable swarm trap lifter. The equipment was created for AgrAbility client and Heroes to Hives program instructor, Gary Brown, who has a back injury that limits his ability to climb a ladder or move heavy equipment. “We chose …
