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February 11, 2016
“Given the harm that Flint children and residents have had to endure for nearly two years, it is time for a forward-thinking response that not only ensures clean water but also helps residents recover wealth losses and gives Flint children the supports necessary to be successful in school and adulthood,” said Trina Shanks, associate professor of social work.
Huffington Post -
February 11, 2016
Martin Heller, research area specialist at the Center for Sustainable Systems at the School of Natural Resources and Environment, spoke about why some produce, such as asparagus, has greater climate impact than pork and veal.
National Geographic -
February 10, 2016
Comments by Bob Bain, associate professor of education and history, were featured in a story about better ways to teach history.
The Atlantic -
February 10, 2016
“Coaches and trainers are relying on their naked eye to improve performance. Now you have technology that can measure motion to the nearest millisecond. No pun intended, but it’s an eye-opening change,” said Noel Perkins, professor of mechanical engineering, describing his microsensor technology in footballs, golf clubs, tennis racquets and more that transmits data to explain performance.
Detroit Free Press -
February 10, 2016
Yeidy Rivero, professor of American culture and screen arts and cultures, was quoted in an article about why Turkey’s soap operas are captivating Latin America.
International Business Times -
February 9, 2016
“Voters know that Public Act 436 (Michigan’s emergency manager law) is an affront to democracy, but it’s also become a tool for perpetuating and deepening racial inequalities,” said Shawna Lee, associate professor of social work.
The Detroit News -
February 9, 2016
“Mobile cell phone users have reported experiencing ringing and/or vibrations associated with incoming calls and messages, only to find that no call or message had actually registered,” said Daniel Kruger, research assistant professor at the School of Public Health.
The Telegraph (U.K.) -
February 9, 2016
“Students want a diverse environment in which to learn. We know students learn better — in the long run — in an environment that’s diverse. Recruiters want a diverse workforce. All constituents want a diverse campus and they want diversity to be addressed in the curriculum,” said Alison Davis-Blake, dean of the Stephen M. Ross School of Business.
Times Higher Education -
February 8, 2016
Christian Lastoskie, associate professor of civil and environmental engineering, says that life-cycle assessment done in advance with computer modeling can be a useful guide to possible environmental concerns and help a company with its selection of materials.
The Economist -
February 8, 2016
“With nuclear power accounting for more than 60 percent of the country’s zero-carbon electricity and a new generation of technologically advanced reactors on the horizon, the power source is playing a crucial role in the battle to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions,” said Mark Perry, professor of finance at UM-Flint.
The Philadelphia Inquirer
