Research
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February 15, 2019
New technique reveals cellular repair crew plugging leaky biological barrier
Using a novel live-imaging technique they developed, University of Michigan researchers have achieved the first direct detection of short-lived leaks in epithelial tissues as they occur.
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February 15, 2019
Massive star helped create Earth’s solid surface, life-inclined climate
Earth’s solid surface and moderate climate may be due, in part, to a massive star in the birth environment of the Sun, according to new computer simulations of planet formation.
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February 15, 2019
Relationship counseling encourages couples HIV testing
It’s long been known that couples HIV testing and counseling is an effective way to mutually disclose HIV status and link to health care –– unfortunately, couples don’t use it even though it’s widely available.
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February 15, 2019
Israeli, Palestinian youth exposed to deadly conflict become antisocial
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict, which spans many decades, has left numerous youths who see the violence around them struggling with their own behavior and mental health outcomes.
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February 13, 2019
Teaching self-driving cars to predict pedestrian movement
U-M researchers are teaching self-driving cars to recognize and predict pedestrian movements with greater precision than current technologies.
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February 11, 2019
Perceptions play big role in how residents feel about wind energy
When local residents feel the planning process for building wind turbines is fair and open, their perceptions of the energy source remain steady or improve with time, according to a U-M study.
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February 8, 2019
How air conditioners could advance a renewable power grid
A $2.9 million federal grant will help researchers at U-M determine if strategic control of air conditioners could improve the overall efficiency and reliability of the power grid.
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February 8, 2019
More light needed on medical ‘shadow’ records, ‘black box’ tools
Every American has official medical records, locked away in the computers and file cabinets of their doctors’ offices and hospitals, and protected by strict privacy laws.
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February 8, 2019
Fostering social change at work takes more than money
More workplaces are being asked to use their considerable economic impact to address social issues from health care to the environment, and how management is asked to help makes a difference, says a University of Michigan researcher.
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February 8, 2019
Are disclosure laws the cure for pharma conflicts?
A law meant to shame doctors who receive payments and gifts from drug companies in exchange for prescribing their medications to patients has given rise to some unexpected consequences.
