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October 18, 2010
Old and new ethical problems in innovative stem cell research
The derivation and use of human embryonic stem cells has been highly controversial in the United States. An ongoing lawsuit calls for the halt of NIH funding for human embryonic stem cell research, but adult cells that have been genetically reprogrammed to an embryonic stem cell–like state known as induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) do… -
October 18, 2010
Regents Roundup
The following items were approved by the Board of Regents at its Oct. 14 meeting. Regents praise Coleman’s performance Regent Andrew Richner shared highlights of President Mary Sue Coleman’s annual review by the Personnel, Compensation and Governance Committee. Richner said Coleman had an outstanding year, and outlined her many accomplishments including keeping tuition rates low,… -
October 18, 2010
Intricate, curving 3-D nanostructures created using capillary action forces
Twisting spires, concentric rings and gracefully bending petals are a few of the new three-dimensional shapes that U-M engineers can make from carbon nanotubes using a new manufacturing process. The process is called “capillary forming,” and it takes advantage of capillary action, the phenomenon at work when liquids seem to defy gravity and travel up… -
October 18, 2010
Police Beat
September 2010 crime map > Information still sought in unarmed robbery at Hatcher Library A student told police Sept. 13 that she had been pushed down a flight of stairs inside the Hatcher Graduate Library at about 6:45 p.m. As she attempted to recover from the fall, the suspect jumped down, stole her iPhone and… -
October 11, 2010
Researcher: ALS stem cell trial shows potential
U-M researchers presented updates on groundbreaking clinical trials, new insights into basic stem cell biology and reported on some of the latest technical advances at the 2010 World Stem Cell Summit in Detroit.
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October 11, 2010
Faculty awards reception
Bruce Frier (left), the John and Teresa D’Arms Distinguished University Professor of Classics and Roman Law, speaks with President Mary Sue Coleman and Provost Phil Hanlon during a reception for faculty award winners. Twenty-four faculty members were recognized for their teaching, scholarship, service and creative activities during the reception and a dinner Oct. 5 at… -
October 11, 2010
JFK cousin to participate in celebration on the steps
Fifty years ago this week, Ann Arbor resident Marnee DeVine waited for her cousin on the steps of the Michigan Union and watched as he challenged students to work for global peace. Less than a month later, her cousin John F. Kennedy would be elected president of the United States and transform his ideal into the Peace Corps. U-M and the Peace Corps will celebrate those first moments on the steps and the great service they inspired with ceremonies on the steps of the Michigan Union at 2 a.m. and 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 14.
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October 11, 2010
Photo: Jerusalem Quartet at Rackham
The Jerusalem Quartet performs from 8-11 p.m. Oct. 21 at Rackham Auditorium. The group was formed in 1993, when its members were teenagers. “Musical electricity may be unfathomable, but one thing is for sure — they have it.” — The Strad. Sponsored by the University Musical Society. Photo courtesy Jerusalem Quartet. -
October 11, 2010
Six nominated for Rhodes, Marshall scholarships
The Provost’s Council on Student Honors has selected six top scholars to represent the university in competition for the prestigious Rhodes and Marshall Scholarships. The students hail from such diverse disciplines as violin performance, theatre, space science engineering, ancient civilizations and political science.
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October 11, 2010
Investment report update
Click for a pdf version of the June 30, 2010 U-M investment funds update >
