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New $1.95M USDA grant to support training of diverse agriculture professionals in soil organic carbon assessment

A research team led by Michigan State University soil scientist Bruno Basso has received a $1.95 million U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) grant to develop and disseminate educational information on soil organic carbon evaluation. The trainings will be geared toward underserved agriculture professionals in Maine, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York, and Vermont. The project is funded …

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The hidden complexity of the Montmorency tart cherry genome

Since Michigan is the nation’s leading producer of tart cherries, Michigan State University researchers were searching for the genes associated with tart cherry trees that bloom later in the season to meet the needs of a changing climate. They started by comparing DNA sequences from late-blooming tart cherry trees to the sequenced genome of a …

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Detecting concussion injuries using novel neck ‘bandages’

Sensors used to detect head impacts in athletes who play high-impact sports like football traditionally have been placed inside their helmets, which can lead to false or incomplete readings. Michigan State University researchers have created a thin sensor that instead can be worn on an athlete’s neck to identify concussion injuries. Each year, 20% of …

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Easier way to test for PFAS could help detect dangerous levels earlier

A recent study conducted by Michigan State University suggests that an improved method of self-collecting blood samples for testing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) could lead to early detection of health issues related to these “forever chemicals.” PFAS are persistent chemicals found in various products and environments, with detrimental effects on human health. The study …

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Ask the expert: Exploring the latest digital health trends

Roger Jansen, Ph.D., is the Chief Innovation and Digital Health Officer for MSU Health Care. He discusses some of the current digital health trends and how MSU Health Care is utilizing these trends to provide high-quality care to patients. What does a Chief Innovation and Digital Health Officer do? As part of my role, I’m …

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Burgess New Venture Challenge announces 2023 winners

The Burgess New Venture Challenge, an early-stage pitch competition bringing together Michigan State University student entrepreneurs and business leaders, announces the winners of its fifth annual contest. On April 13 at the Graduate East Lansing, fifteen Spartan student teams pitched their startup ideas to a panel of expert judges. All were competing for their share of …

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MSU hits record $759M in research expenditures in 2022

Michigan State University (MSU) has achieved a record-breaking $759.2 million in research and development expenditures for fiscal year 2022. This marks a $49 million increase from the previous year and signifies progress towards the university’s strategic plan goal of reaching $1 billion in research expenditures by 2030. The growth was primarily driven by federally funded …

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Prominent cancer researcher joins MSU to lead biochemistry and molecular biology department, establish Center for Cancer Health Equity Research

Renowned cancer researcher Olorunseun “Seun” Ogunwobi is set to join Michigan State University (MSU) as the chair of the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and the co-director of the upcoming Center for Cancer Health Equity Research. Ogunwobi’s expertise lies in the study of solid tumors, particularly focusing on the disparities in tumor mechanisms and …

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