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The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Washtenaw County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Astronomers identify promising ice world candidate using James Webb Space Telescope data

A team of astronomers, including a University of Michigan researcher, has identified the exoplanet LHS 1140 b as a promising super-Earth ice or water world. The findings, led by Université de Montréal, suggest that this habitable zone exoplanet is unlikely to be a mini-Neptune—a small gas giant with a thick hydrogen-rich atmosphere. Located approximately 48 light-years away in the constellation Cetus, LHS 1140 b emerges as one of the most promising candidates for harboring an atmosphere and potentially even a liquid water ocean.

Cost of living tops list in new DMACS survey

Detroiters have identified the cost of living and inflation as their primary concerns for U.S. government action, according to a recent report from the University of Michigan’s Detroit Metro Area Communities Study (DMACS), supported by Poverty Solutions. This finding comes as Michigan is set to play a crucial role in the 2024 presidential election.

Wearable device blocks 99.8% aerosols offering new protection option

An air curtain emitting from the brim of a hard hat can prevent 99.8% of aerosols from reaching a worker’s face, according to recent findings by Taza Aya, a startup originating from the University of Michigan. This technology offers a potential new protection option for workers in industries concerned with respiratory disease transmission.

1 gas station in cities throughout Washtenaw County had the cheapest diesel in week ending July 6

By Ann Arbor Times | Jul 7, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Washtenaw County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor continues to mandate “COVID” mRNA injections

By Ann Arbor Times | Jul 6, 2024

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor in Ann Arbor, Michigan, continues to require “COVID” mRNA injections for students to attend their classes.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Washtenaw County in week ending June 29?

By Ann Arbor Times | Jul 5, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Washtenaw County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 29, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Momentum builds for agroecology as alternative US farming method

By Ann Arbor Times | Jul 5, 2024

Agroecology is gaining momentum as a way to improve healthy food access and affordability, according to a University of Michigan researcher. Grounded in the principles of sustainability, resilience, and fairness, agroecology represents a shift toward a more integrated and ecological approach to agriculture.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Washtenaw County in week ending June 29?

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Washtenaw County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 29, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

U-M study explores increasing women's representation in leadership roles

Since the early 1970s, there has been a global commitment to support women in achieving positions of authority in U.S. corporations. However, this promise remains largely unfulfilled. Cindy Schipani, professor of business law at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business, examines some limiting factors and opportunities for improvement in her recent research.

Study finds economist retweets boost visibility for doctoral job seekers

A recent study from the University of Michigan examines the impact of social media on job market success for doctoral candidates in economics. The research suggests that retweets from prominent economists can significantly enhance visibility and recognition for job seekers.

1 gas station in cities throughout Washtenaw County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending June 29

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Washtenaw County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 29, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Eastern Michigan University professor joins White House roundtable on gun violence impact

By Ann Arbor Times | Jul 2, 2024

Tsu-Yin Wu, professor and director of the Center for Health Disparities Innovations and Studies at Eastern Michigan University, was recently invited by The White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention and Office of Public Engagement to participate in a pivotal in-person roundtable on June 25, 2024. The discussion focused on assessing and addressing the impact of gun violence on Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities.

Study explores why young adult drinkers opt for non-drinking days

By Ann Arbor Times | Jul 2, 2024

Understanding the reasons why young adults choose not to drink on certain days may inform prevention and intervention programs aimed at reducing the harms associated with alcohol consequences. Although alcohol use is declining among young adults, rates of hazardous drinking and its harmful consequences remain high. Current research has examined motivations to drink, but a new University of Michigan study suggests that focusing on the reasons young adults choose not to drink could enhance strategies to prevent negative consequences associated with alcohol use.

How many companies in cities in Washtenaw County received FDA inspections in June?

There was one company in a city associated with Washtenaw County that received an FDA inspection in June, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Washtenaw County in week ending June 29

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Washtenaw County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 29, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Study links prolonged exposure to traffic-related pollution with loss of independence in elderly

A recent study from the University of Michigan has found that long-term exposure to air pollution can lead to a loss of independence for older adults. Published in JAMA Network Open, the research highlights traffic-related air pollution as a significant risk factor for older adults losing their ability to care for themselves without assistance.

U-M experts discuss Supreme Court ruling's impact on Trump's legal proceedings