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May 26, 2015
Melissa Duhaime, assistant research scientist in ecology and evolutionary biology, and colleagues collected and identified more than 5,000 ocean viruses, which scientists believe alter the chemistry of the world’s oceans and may influence the planet’s climate.
Quanta Magazine -
May 26, 2015
Stewart Thornhill, professor of business administration and executive director of the Zell Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies, was quoted in an article about the challenges faced by entrepreneurs when they get successful quickly.
The Wall Street Journal -
May 26, 2015
John Laitner, professor of economics and research professor at the Institute for Social Research, was quoted in a column about the biggest problems facing those saving for or living in retirement, and how to solve those problems.
USA Today -
May 25, 2015
Despite concerns, medical marijuana users don’t appear to increase their risk for drug or alcohol abuse if they also take prescription painkillers, said Brian Perron, associate professor of social work.
Forbes -
May 25, 2015
“Modi has used social media successfully to shape his public image as a tech savvy leader, aligning himself with the aspirations of a younger generation in India,” said Joyojeet Pal, assistant professor of information, referring to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s immense popularity on Twitter.
The Economic Times (India) -
May 25, 2015
Comments by Michael Barr, professor of law, are featured throughout a column on the debate of a controversial fast-track trade bill that many believe could ultimately undo U.S. laws such as the Dodd-Frank banking regulations.
Bloomberg -
May 21, 2015
Dr. Eugene Ko, clinical assistant professor of dentistry, was quoted in a story about the causes of tooth sensitivity.
Time -
May 21, 2015
Research by Bing Ye, assistant professor of cell and developmental biology, and research assistant professor at the Life Sciences Institute, suggests certain drugs to treat leukemia may be able to prevent brain disorders, including Down syndrome and Fragile-X syndrome.
Business Standard -
May 21, 2015
Dr. Philip Zazove, professor of family medicine, beat the odds to become one of the first deaf physicians certified in the U.S.: “When I was about 4, (an) expert told my parents that I would be lucky to be able to be a janitor.”
CNN -
May 20, 2015
J.J. Prescott, professor of law, says sex offender registry laws and public shaming of sex offenders makes it almost impossible to re-assimilate them into the community as a productive citizen.
Detroit Free Press
