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Study identifies potential new treatment for food allergies using dietary fiber supplement
A study from the University of Michigan has identified a potential new treatment for food allergies in inulin, a naturally occurring plant fiber commonly used as a supplement, prebiotic in soda, and replacement for sweeteners. The paper published in Nature Materials describes inulin gel-based oral immunotherapy’s success in stopping allergic reactions in mice by targeting bacteria in the gut. The gel prevented severe allergic reactions during and after administration, including reactions to common triggers such as peanuts, egg whites, and milk.
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Study assesses feasibility of converting US coal plants to nuclear reactors
A recent study by University of Michigan researchers has assessed the feasibility of converting 245 operational coal power plants in the United States into advanced nuclear reactors. The findings aim to provide valuable insights for policymakers and utilities working towards decarbonization goals.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Momentum builds for agroecology as alternative US farming method
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.
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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.
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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.
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Study explores why young adult drinkers opt for non-drinking days
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.
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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.
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U-M experts discuss Supreme Court ruling's impact on Trump's legal proceedings
University of Michigan experts have provided insights and reactions to the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling that grants partial immunity to former President Donald Trump, while remanding the case to a lower court.
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Study traces origins & spread history for wine-producing grape ancestors
The ancestor of Vitoid grapes that gave rise to commercial grapes likely originated in the New World, specifically in the tropical belt of the Americas and the Caribbean, 60 million years ago. This conclusion comes from a study co-authored by a University of Michigan researcher.
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Using visible light enables synthesis of key pharmaceutical compounds
University of Michigan chemists have discovered a method to use visible light in synthesizing azetidines, compounds suitable for pharmaceuticals. The team, led by chemist Corinna Schindler, developed a process to produce monocyclic azetidines using visible light and a photocatalyst. Their findings are published in the journal Science.
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U-M study reveals lack of focus on climate change in US sociology
A recent University of Michigan study highlights a significant gap in the field of sociology: a lack of focus on climate change. According to Sofia Hiltner, a U-M doctoral candidate in sociology whose research is published in The American Sociologist, societies both fuel and face the consequences of this crisis, yet the discipline appears insufficiently engaged with the issue.
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2023: How much was spent on women’s basketball teams from Washtenaw County?
Women’s basketball teams from Washtenaw County received $7,603,892 during the 2023 season, up 7.7% from the previous year.
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2023 sees Washtenaw County investing $14,776,435 in men’s basketball teams
Men’s basketball teams from Washtenaw County received $14,776,435 during the 2023 season, up 11.4% from the previous year.
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Common surgeries linked to high number of opioid prescriptions
A handful of common surgical procedures account for large shares of all opioids dispensed after surgery in children and adults, according to two studies recently published by researchers at the University of Michigan. The studies, published this week in Pediatrics and JAMA Network Open, report that the top three procedures for children ages 0-11 account for 59% of opioids dispensed after surgery (tonsillectomies and adenoidectomies 50%, upper extremity fractures 5%, and removal of deep implants 4%). Among those ages 12-21, the top three procedures account for about a third of...
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University of Michigan leads $1.75M project on Great Lakes biodiversity
The University of Michigan is the lead institution on a new $1.75 million project that will explore biodiversity in the Great Lakes. A grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Integrated Ocean Observing System will establish a Great Lakes Biodiversity Observation Network to coordinate with and learn from biodiversity observation networks along the U.S. coasts, ocean waters, and other BONs in ocean and freshwater habitats worldwide.
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Study links low income areas to higher snack consumption
People living in lower-income neighborhoods and areas without local food stores consume more snacks and sweets than those in higher-income areas with many food stores, according to a new study. Researchers from the University of Michigan and the University of Alabama-Birmingham examined overall consumption of snacks and sweets, along with four subcategories: bakery sweets; candy and desserts; savory snacks and crackers; and nutrition bars and low-fat snacks.
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University of Michigan study reveals insights into perinatal suicide factors
A study conducted by the University of Michigan has revealed that suicide is a leading cause of death during pregnancy and in the months following delivery in the United States. Researchers assert that many of these deaths may be preventable.