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October 9, 1995
By Sally Pobojewski News and Information Services Everything you always wanted to know about physics, but were afraid to ask, will be covered in a series of multimedia lectures to be presented by U-M research fellows starting Saturday (Oct. 14). Designed for general audiences, the lectures are an opportunity to hear physicists discuss their work…
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October 9, 1995
By Jared Blank “How does mass media look at large universities?” ABC’s Good Morning America host Charles Gibson asked rhetorically of those attending the second lecture of the “Changing in a World of Change: The University and its Publics” series last Monday at Rackham Amphitheatre. “They don’t,” he said. “And I would contend that I’m…
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October 9, 1995
By Rebecca A. Doyle More than 100 people found temporary shelter there. Programs and facilities helped 300 families in Washtenaw County spend time together in relaxing family activities. At least 35 families found affordable child care there during times of family transition. More than 300 youth took advantage of day or overnight camping programs this…
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October 9, 1995
Fifteen faculty members will be recognized this afternoon for their teaching, research, service and creative activities at a presentation ceremony at 4 p.m. in Rackham Amphitheater. A reception will follow at 5 p.m. in the Assembly Hall. Two will receive Amoco Foundation Faculty Teaching Awards, which recognize “demonstrated excellence in instruction at the undergraduate level”…
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October 9, 1995
An internationally recognized authority in the field of photosynthesis, Charles F. Yocum also is a gifted teacher and an unusually effective administrator. Professor Yocum’s research has focused on how plants use the process of photosynthesis to liberate oxygen from water. All oxygen-requiring organisms depend on this reaction. It was Professor Yocum’s biochemical breakthrough that ruptured…
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October 9, 1995
A leading authority in the area of sensor technology and its application to bioelectrical systems, automated semiconductor manufacturing, and micro-elector-mechanical systems, Kensall D. Wise has been a pioneer in the field of solid-state sensors and integrated microsystems. He launched and has made significant contributions to this new, rapidly growing field of research and science from…
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October 9, 1995
By Jane R. Elgass The appointment of two faculty task forces and the pending appointment of a third, the first in a series of activities related to the University’s new “transformation agenda, Vision 2017,” have been announced by President James J. Duderstadt. The task forces will focus on: The Faculty Contract. The Organization of the…
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October 9, 1995
A man of high intelligence, great creativity, and unquenchable enthusiasm for almost everything he touches, James A. Winn is a talented teacher, writer, and musician, and a dedicated administrator. Professor Winn has directed the Institute for the Humanities since its founding seven years ago. Under his leadership, the Institute has become an exciting and powerful…
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October 9, 1995
An internationally renowned scholar in bioinorganic and biophysical chemistry, Professor James Penner-Hahn has established himself as a leader in applications of X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS) to biological systems. XAS has become a standard tool in bioinorganic chemistry for the examination of metals in biological systems. The significance of metals in the structure and function of…
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October 9, 1995
An inspired and dedicated teacher of undergraduate and graduate students, Scott G. Paris offers a rare blend of passion for the excitement of teaching coupled with an infectious enthusiasm for the ideas, concepts, and research he helps students encounter and master. Professor Paris regularly receives high ratings from appreciative students for his introductory course in…
