SPARK NS, an independent nonprofit dedicated to advancing discoveries in neuroscience, has announced that Kathy Steece-Collier, PhD, has been named a recipient of up to $2M to further her project titled “A Disease Modifying Gene Therapy for Parkinson’s Disease for Multimodal Patient Benefit.” Steece-Collier, a professor in the Department of Translational Neuroscience, is one of …
Michigan State University today officially announced G&G Project Sparta, LLC — a joint venture between Gillespie Group and Goldenrod Companies — as the developer for the much-anticipated Spartan Gateway District, a public-private partnership with far-reaching positive community impact. “At Michigan State, we are always looking toward the future — a future that fosters robust academic …
During its April 11 public meeting, the Michigan State University Board of Trustees focused on long-term fiscal planning and authorized the university to move forward with the construction of the Spartan Gateway District, a public-private campus community development project on the west side of campus along Harrison Road in East Lansing. “At Michigan State, we are investing in our …
Roughly 200 million women around the world suffer from endometriosis, a condition that causes tissue from the lining of the uterus to grow in places outside of the uterus. The condition can be exceptionally painful and contributes to infertility. Endometriosis is as common as Type 2 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and migraines in the U.S., although …
Identifying grape viruses helps growers make informed crop management decisions. Wine grapes are an important crop in Michigan. According to the National Association of American Wineries, the overall economic impact of Michigan’s grape and wine industry is estimated to be more than $6.3 billion annually. This includes the direct impact from vineyard and winery operations, …
EeroQ, a Chicago-based quantum computing company, has been recognized as Michigan State University’s 2025 Startup of the Year for its revolutionary approach to quantum computing. The company, co-founded by MSU Associate Professor Johannes Pollanen, utilizes a patented chip design featuring individual electrons floating on superfluid helium that works with existing chip fabrication technology. This innovation …
According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s latest data, cybercrime has increased 10% compared to the year prior. To address this increase in cybercrime, the Michigan State University Center for Cybercrime Investigation and Training held its inaugural training event last week, the first and only program of its kind in the nation. The training, which was …
When the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, collapsed on March 26, 2024, engineers and city managers around the U.S. and world scrambled to assess the safety of infrastructure in their communities. Michigan State University researchers have developed a “deploy-and-forget” system that combines sensors with artificial intelligence, or AI, to assess the health of …
Michigan State University has named nine recipients of the 2025 MSU International Awards, presented by International Studies and Programs. Now in its 35th year, the International Awards program recognizes individuals whose work and service embody MSU’s mission to advance knowledge and transform lives across the globe. “This year’s honorees reflect the many unique ways Spartans make …
The Pittsburgh Regional Health Initiative (PRHI) announced the winners of the 2025 Patient Safety Technology Challenge Grand Awards at CES® 2025 in Las Vegas, recognizing innovative solutions that enhance patient safety in healthcare. Among the notable runners-up was Reel Free, a team from Michigan State University that previously won a Challenge-sponsored award at ASU in …
