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MSU pioneers CRISPR-based genome editing technique for Nile grass rats

By Capitol News | Aug 14, 2024

A team of researchers at Michigan State University (MSU) has discovered a set of methods that enabled the first successful CRISPR-based genome editing in Nile grass rats. The study, published in BMC Biology, marks the first instance of genome editing in these diurnal rodents, which have sleep/awake patterns similar to humans. This similarity could be advantageous for preclinical or translational research.

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Study reveals potential underreporting of mild cognitive impairment in rural West Michigan

By Capitol News | Aug 14, 2024

Researchers from Michigan State University and Corewell Health analyzed de-identified electronic health records of over 1.5 million patients to examine the incidence rates and risk factors of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) in rural and urban areas of West Michigan. This study is the first in the state to employ this method.

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Wharton Center expands youth theater program with new camp at Fisher Theatre

By Capitol News | Aug 14, 2024

A long-running theater program for greater Lansing-area youth recently expanded to Detroit as part of a new partnership. Take It From The Top summer camps offer students the opportunity to practice singing, acting, and dancing while learning from Broadway professionals. Take It From The Top at Wharton Center began in 2008 and now hosts over 100 students ranging from second to 12th grade for a five-day intensive. The program also hosted an advanced workshop this year for rising eighth-grade to college students. Take It From The Top operates in other performing arts centers...

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Ingham County in week ending Aug. 3

By Capitol News | Aug 13, 2024

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Ingham County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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MSU experts discuss back-to-school challenges

By Capitol News | Aug 13, 2024

As K-12 students return to the classroom for the 2024-25 school year, Michigan State University experts are available to discuss a variety of topics such as student physical and mental health, academic success, sociopolitical issues, and more.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Ingham County in week ending Aug. 3

By Capitol News | Aug 13, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Ingham County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Joan Rose honored with International Water Association Global Water Award

By Capitol News | Aug 12, 2024

Michigan State University water microbiologist Joan Rose was honored for her lifetime of water research with the International Water Association Global Water Award. She was recognized on August 10 at the IWA World Water Conference in Toronto, Canada.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Eaton County in week ending Aug. 3?

By Capitol News | Aug 12, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Eaton County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Ingham County in week ending Aug. 3?

By Capitol News | Aug 11, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Ingham County was found at five gas stations in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Ingham County in week ending Aug. 3?

By Capitol News | Aug 10, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Ingham County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Capitol News area weekly mass times

By Capitol News | Aug 10, 2024

The following parishes in the Capitol News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in Eaton County in week ending Aug. 3?

By Capitol News | Aug 9, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Eaton County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Eaton County in week ending Aug. 3

By Capitol News | Aug 9, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Eaton County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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2 gas stations in cities throughout Eaton County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Aug. 3

By Capitol News | Aug 9, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Eaton County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Michigan: White students most represented ethnicity at Ingham County universities in 2022-23 school year

By Capitol News | Aug 8, 2024

Enrollment data for the five universities in Ingham County revealed white was the most common ethnicity among students in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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Experts from MSU comment on Google's antitrust lawsuit

By Capitol News | Aug 8, 2024

Earlier this week, a federal judge ruled that Google holds an illegal monopoly on search, violating U.S. antitrust laws. Google, the world’s most popular search engine, pays billions of dollars annually to be the exclusive search engine on Apple and Android devices.

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MSU's Indian Law Clinic receives $400K funding boost from NoVo Foundation

By Capitol News | Aug 8, 2024

The Michigan State University College of Law’s Indian Law Clinic has received funding to continue assisting tribes with law enforcement. The MSU clinic is the only law school clinic in the country that regularly represents tribes in both state and federal courts on Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) cases.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Eaton County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Aug. 3

By Capitol News | Aug 7, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Eaton County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Ingham County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Aug. 3

By Capitol News | Aug 7, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Ingham County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Student body in Eaton County universities comprised mostly of white students in 2022-23 school year

By Capitol News | Aug 7, 2024

Enrollment data for the three universities in Eaton County revealed white was the most common ethnicity among students in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.