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June 3, 2015
Michael Traugott, professor emeritus of communication studies and political studies, said political spending by billionaires who also are political novices is no guarantee of victory.
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June 3, 2015
“Rich and poor students don’t merely enroll in college at different rates; they also complete it at different rates. The graduation gap is even wider than the enrollment gap,” said Susan Dynarski, professor of public policy, education and economics.
The New York Times -
June 2, 2015
Ethan Kross, associate professor of psychology, says that by using one’s first name when addressing oneself, social anxiety can be greatly reduced before, during and after a stressful event.
Huffington Post -
June 2, 2015
An op-ed article by Marina Whitman, professor of business administration and public policy, explains why the Trans-Pacific Partnership on trade and investment makes sense for America.
Detroit Free Press -
June 2, 2015
Research by Dr. Paul Cederna, professor of plastic surgery and biomedical engineering, suggests that emerging “sensory feedback” techniques will pave the way for the development of a prosthetic limb with the ability to feel.
Business Standard (India) -
June 1, 2015
Desmond Patton, assistant professor of social work and information, was interviewed about his study on social media and gang violence.
Michigan Radio -
June 1, 2015
Research by Julia Richards, professor of ophthalmology and visual sciences, and epidemiology, found that the diabetes drug metformin lowers the risk of developing the eye condition glaucoma.
HealthDay -
June 1, 2015
Ursula Jakob, professor of molecular, cellular and developmental biology, and biological chemistry, was quoted in a column about the return of chronic wasting disease found in a free-range deer near Lansing.
Detroit Free Press -
May 31, 2015
“Those who hope that the Justice Department’s intervention will be the broom that sweeps graft out of global soccer are in for a disappointment,” said Stefan Szymanski, professor of kinesiology, in an op-ed on the arrests of several FIFA senior officials on corruption charges.
The New York Times -
May 31, 2015
Debra Chopp, clinical assistant professor of law, and Jacqueline Kaufman, associate professor of physical medicine and rehabilitation, were interviewed for a story about a medical-legal partnership that provides legal assistance to improve child health.
Michigan Radio