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March 17, 2008
It began as a mother’s tribute. Within a few short weeks, it had become the seed of inspiration that grew into a scholarship endowment for the Michigan Community Scholars Program (MCSP). MCSP is a diverse, residential learning community that brings together students and faculty who have a commitment to community service, social justice and academic…
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March 17, 2008
Like a smart highlighter, immunofluorescent labeling can zero in on a specific protein, helping scientists understand the structure of a cell and how diseases affect that structure. Current techniques have disadvantages, though. Scientists developed a non-toxic, organic nanoparticle for immunofluorescent labeling that makes a bright, longer-lasting glow. “We’ve demonstrated the promising application of organic nanoparticles…
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March 17, 2008
The U-M Weather Dance game during the NCAA college basketball tournaments gives armchair forecasters a chance to shine. Weather Dance, based on teams in the men’s and women’s tournaments, lets players predict which team’s city will be hotter or colder on game day in each round of the Big Dance. Beginning March 17, players can…
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March 17, 2008
Thomas Zurbuchen, professor in the Department of Atmospheric, Oceanic and Space Science, testifies before a hearing of the Aerospace States Association in Washington, D.C. Zurbuchen and others discussed problems facing academic institutions because of federal rules that restrict access to space and other technologies for foreign nationals at U.S. universities. He told officials that these…
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March 17, 2008
Following months riddled with recalls for lead-tainted toys and kids’ over-the-counter cough and cold medications, many Americans now wonder: Are consumer alerts enough to protect children from serious health threats? Since most recalls occur after a product already has been purchased and possibly used, the majority of Americans want the government to step in to…
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March 17, 2008
In an effort to improve campus life and school spirit, U-M-Flint is in the beginning stages of selecting a mascot to represent its campus. While the campus has expanded over the years with club sports and student organizations, outsiders often have referred to U-M-Flint as the “Wolverines” or “Michigan Flint.” When the campus holds its…
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March 17, 2008
Does food served on a paper plate taste worse than the same food served on china? Does a drink served in a glass taste better than the same drink in a plastic cup? For some of us, the answer is yes, a U-M researcher says. “Although the paper plate and plastic cup may be less…
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March 17, 2008
Learn about pediatric endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism services > More about childhood obesity, go to the Pediatric Comprehensive Weight Management Center > The rate of childhood obesity in the United States has more than doubled in the past 20 years, bringing with it more children at risk for developing type 1 and even type 2…
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March 17, 2008
Information about fibromyalgia at the Chronic Pain and Fatigue Research Center > Researchers at the U-M Health System have found a key linkage between pain and a specific brain molecule, a discovery that lends new insight into fibromyalgia, an often-baffling chronic pain condition. In patients with fibromyalgia, researchers found pain decreased when levels of the…
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March 17, 2008
Early in the PBS documentary “Unnatural Causes … is inequality making us sick,” a public health researcher notes “we carry our history in our bodies.” And it is this history, including socio-economic status, education, stress level and access to money, that determines our health status and longevity. “Part of good health is empowering the community,”…
