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U-M expert discusses national security concerns during 2024 election season
Every presidential election season brings national security concerns, and the 2024 campaign is no exception. The current environment is shaped by the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at a campaign event, threats of wider war in the Middle East, and ongoing cyberattacks.
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Study finds lip reading activates brain regions similar to real speech
Lip-read words can be decoded from the brain’s auditory regions similarly to heard speech, according to a new University of Michigan report that examined how vision supports verbal perception.
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Michigan transitional kindergarten shows promise for boosting academic performance
Children enrolled in transitional kindergarten (TK) programs in Michigan demonstrated improved performance in math and English by the time they reached third grade, according to a study conducted by the University of Michigan. The research found that these students achieved higher test scores compared to their peers who did not participate in the program.
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U-M economists predict US economic slowdown without recession
Despite a recent and rapid cooling of the labor market, the underlying momentum in the economy remains strong—indicating a slowdown is likely in the months ahead but not one that descends into a recession, according to University of Michigan economists.
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Study links vaping with increased likelihood of smoking and drug use among youth
A recent study by the University of Michigan has found that U.S. teens and young adults who vape are significantly more likely to start smoking cigarettes or using cannabis and other drugs over time. The research examined data from individuals aged 12 to 25 over an eight-year period, revealing a persistent risk for both adolescents and young adults.
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U-M experts address key issues as students return to school
University of Michigan experts are available to discuss a range of back-to-school topics, including pandemic learning loss, school bus pollution, education technology, teacher shortages, nutrition insecurity, vaccine hesitancy, and contagious illnesses.
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Michigan's local leaders show declining confidence in state and national democracy
Local leaders in Michigan are slightly less optimistic about the health of democracy at both state and national levels, according to an ongoing survey by the University of Michigan.
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University honors contributions to advancing global education
Fostering global perspectives, enhancing cultural understanding, and developing real-world skills among students are some of the strengths of this year’s recipients of the University of Michigan President’s Award for Distinguished Service in International Education.
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University of Michigan awards Nnimmo Bassey with Wallenberg Medal
Nnimmo Bassey, executive director of the Health of Mother Earth Foundation and a global environmental activist, will receive the 2024 Wallenberg Medal from the University of Michigan. The ceremony is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 10, at the Ross School of Business Robertson Auditorium.
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New nanoparticle treatment shows promise against tick-borne red meat allergy
Nanoparticles delivered intravenously in mice can block allergic reactions to red meat caused by the bite of the lone star tick, new research led by the University of Michigan shows.
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University of Michigan - Ann Arbor continues to mandate “COVID” mRNA injections
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor in Ann Arbor, Michigan, continues to require “COVID” mRNA injections for students to attend their classes.
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Student body in Washtenaw County universities comprised mostly of white students in 2022-23 school year
Enrollment data for the five universities in Washtenaw 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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Proactive measures urged as new laws complicate U.S. voting process
The 2024 presidential elections, according to several polls, are expected to be a close race, particularly in swing states where some votes could significantly impact the outcome.
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Study shows cash incentives boost Medicaid home visiting program participation
Offering small cash incentives can significantly increase participation in a Medicaid home visiting program for pregnant people, infants, and their families, according to a study by the Youth Policy Lab at the University of Michigan.
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Study highlights strategic use of green hydrogen in heavy-duty transport
Green hydrogen is emerging as a potential solution for decarbonizing transportation, but new energy efficiency findings indicate that it should be used strategically in heavy-duty road, rail, aviation, and marine transportation, according to a University of Michigan study.
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Mantis shrimp-clam association challenges established ecological theory
A recent study from the University of Michigan reveals that a unique association between mantis shrimp and clams defies a well-established ecological principle. The competitive exclusion principle posits that only one species can occupy a particular niche in a biological community at any one time. However, in nature, multiple species often appear to share the same niches simultaneously.
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Poll reveals insights into demographics and responsibilities of aging caregivers
A recent survey conducted by the University of Michigan National Poll on Healthy Aging reveals that more than one in four individuals aged 50 and older provide care for at least one family member or friend with a health issue or disability. The findings highlight significant demographic distinctions among caregivers.
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Ancient Persian gold coins found at Greek city site offer historical insights
A team of researchers led by a University of Michigan archaeologist has uncovered a hoard of gold coins, likely used to pay mercenary troops, buried in a small pot in the ancient Greek city of Notion in western Turkey.
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From Great Lakes Wire
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor listed among least affordable Michigan institutions for in-state students in 2023
College costs for in-state students at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, in Ann Arbor, were $17,228 in 2023, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.
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Washtenaw County's institutions spent $22,380,327 on basketball teams in 2023
Washtenaw County's basketball collegiate teams received $22,380,327 in funding for the 2023 season.