Author: Jim Lynch
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A fast method for measuring how well air disinfection works: see how it glows
Developed to measure the effectiveness of plasma-based air disinfection, the approach could eventually assess other techniques as well.
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Studying bird flu in the air to protect people and agricultural operations in Michigan and beyond
Understanding the virus that causes bird flu in livestock, and how to kill it, could help industrial farms prevent transmission.
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Michigan first-responders train on drone technology and use with experts at U-M
Two-day training, in realistic scenarios at Mcity, provides certification credits and helps communities plan for drone use in emergencies.
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Encapsulated ovarian donor tissue restores ovarian function in mice
Researchers hope protecting donated ovarian tissue from the immune system could help pediatric cancer survivors have natural hormone cycles.
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U-M’s Zhen Xu, co-inventor of histotripsy, named one of Time’s 100 most influential health leaders
Histotripsy provides a non-invasive treatment option for liver cancer, with the potential to treat many more tumor types.
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Storied U-M manufacturing research space opens after $4.45 million in upgrades
Revamped space clears the way for a new era of cognitive manufacturing.
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Building the moments that build futures
ECE alum is making sure that education works for all.
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Zurbuchen, formerly of U-M, NASA, honored by Center for Entrepreneurship
Honors recognize a career spent combining innovations and entrepreneurship.
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Treating cancer with sound waves
Zhen Xu (MS BME ’03, PhD ’05) co-invented the revolutionary cancer treatment histotripsy.
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Faster commutes in Oakland County—rollout underway for U-M-designed traffic flow system
Harnessing vehicle GPS data, the system offers a cost-efficient alternative to conventional timed signals.
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Hurricane outages: analysis details the where, and who, of increased future power cuts
A new analytical tool from U-M provides guidance for municipal and emergency planning.
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Becoming the helping hand
The impetus for the Holt family’s giving goes back to a time of need.