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New MSU report examines impact and outcomes under Read by Grade Three law
The Education Policy Innovation Collaborative (EPIC), in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Education and the Center for Educational Performance and Information (CEPI), has released a new report on Michigan's Read by Grade Three law. This study examines the implementation and outcomes of the policy over four years, focusing on retention and exemption decisions for students who scored 1252 or below on the end-of-year state test in English language arts (ELA) from 2020 to 2023.
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MSU report reveals leaks affecting diversity in Michigan's teacher pipeline
New research from Michigan State University’s Education Policy Innovation Collaborative (EPIC) examines the changing pool of prospective Michigan teachers as candidates move through the preparation pipeline from K-12 education into the workforce. The report highlights how Michigan loses potential teachers even before they enter the workforce, representing "leaks" in the pipeline.
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Public-health strategies key focus for preventing gun violence
This story refers to the violence the Michigan State University (MSU) community experienced in February 2023. Resources for students, faculty, and staff are available from the Office for Resource and Support Coordination.
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Impact of early presidential debates under scrutiny
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are set to participate in the first of two scheduled presidential debates on June 27. This year's debates, scheduled earlier than usual and planned unconventionally, along with early ballot access in key states, have raised questions about their potential impact.
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Ingham County's universities spent $49,428,661 on football teams in 2023
Ingham County's collegiate football teams received $49,428,661 in funding for the 2023 season.
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Experts discuss defining and measuring personal happiness
Given the many sources of stress and anxiety individuals encounter each day, it is not surprising that people often wonder if they are happy or not. Yet, how do people define happiness and well-being? What are some ways to view and conceptualize happiness? Michigan State University researchers address these questions.
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Study finds insecticides primarily responsible for Midwest butterfly decline
Insecticide use is the single largest factor contributing to a decline in total butterfly abundance and species diversity in the Midwest, according to a newly released study published by the journal PLOS ONE from Michigan State University.
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Supreme Court's impending decision on City vs Johnson could redefine homeless rights
The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to rule soon on City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson, which concerns laws regulating camping on public property that could drastically affect the rights of people experiencing homelessness. The case will address whether laws punishing homeless individuals for sleeping outdoors with basic protections such as a pillow or blanket, when no safe and accessible shelter options are available, violate the Eighth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. This amendment protects against excessive bail, fines, and cruel and unusual punishment.
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Race car driving requires rigorous physical fitness akin to traditional athletic sports
Ricky Taylor in the race car simulator in the Ferguson Lab, Michigan State University.
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Michigan State professor leads project addressing legacy of slavery in U.S. law
Since founding the Citing Slavery Project in 2020, Michigan State University Professor Justin Simard and his students in the College of Law have collected more than 12,000 cases involving enslaved people and over 40,000 cases where judges and lawyers cited these cases as precedent.
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Supreme Court decisions may redefine regulation boundaries for social media
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to deliver a decision in a pair of cases that could help define the government’s role in regulating social media companies and their freedoms. The cases of NetChoice v. Paxton and Moody v. NetChoice could shape how speech is governed on the internet and social media for years to come.
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MSU receives $1.1M grant for study on supporting mesothelioma caregivers
Michigan State University’s School of Social Work has received a grant worth over one million dollars to co-lead a study aimed at improving psychosocial support for mesothelioma caregivers. The grant, totaling $1,125,417, was received from the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) in partnership with the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation.
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Supreme Court reviews potential overhaul of Chevron deference
A U.S. Supreme Court case brought by a group of commercial fishermen could exacerbate government power struggles. For decades, the legal test known as “Chevron deference” has been used to evaluate executive government agencies’ authority, often allowing government bureaucrats to carry out many forms of regulation.
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Henry Ford Health partners with MSU for new Detroit-based research center
Researchers, community members, students, and officials marked a pivotal moment as work commenced on the 335,000-square-foot research facility in Detroit.
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New 'Organ Adventure' exhibit opens at Impression 5 Science Center
Big things are coming to Impression 5 Science Center this summer. "Organ Adventure: Exploring the Human Body" is an interactive experience designed to educate visitors about human anatomy and health. This is the exhibit’s debut appearance, and it will be open from June 15 to Aug. 18.
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Michigan experts address bacterial contamination leading to beach closures
As tourists head to Michigan beaches this summer, some may encounter a “closed” sign. Bacterial contamination has already shut down at least eight beaches around the state, according to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy. While some have since reopened, closures are expected to affect other beaches throughout the summer.
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MSU researcher highlights new method for improved oral cancer screening
In the U.S., oral cancer constitutes 3% of all cancers, with approximately 54,000 new cases diagnosed annually, according to the National Institutes of Health’s dental and craniofacial research. Given that oral cancer can spread rapidly, early diagnosis is crucial.
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MSU researchers find honeybees can detect biomarkers linked to lung cancer
Michigan State University researchers have discovered that honeybees can detect biomarkers or chemical concentrations associated with lung cancer in human breath. The researchers have also shown that the honeybees can distinguish between different lung cancer cell types using only the ‘smell’ of the cell cultures. These findings could be used as a model for developing new tests to diagnose lung cancer early.
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Michigan State University recognized among top global institutions for sustainability
Michigan State University (MSU) has been ranked among the top 25 universities globally for sustainability by the Times Higher Education 2024 Impact Rankings.
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New ‘Organ Adventure’ exhibit opens at Impression 5 Science Center
The Impression 5 Science Center in downtown Lansing is set to unveil its new summer exhibit, "Organ Adventure: Exploring the Human Body." This interactive experience aims to engage visitors of all ages in exploring human anatomy and health. The exhibit marks the first appearance of this highly interactive traveling collection.