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Editor's Note: Science communication can be tricky, and rewarding
Published on January 1, 2019
Communicating about science isn’t always easy. It requires a delicate balance between making the words understandable, while also scientifically accurate and respectful. But it’s certainly rewarding, as people entrust you with telling their stories. -
Helping fruit tree growers flourish
Published on January 1, 2019
Courtney Hollender is passionate about using research to improve harvesting practices and crop yields for fruit tree growers. She’s on a mission to keep Michigan’s tree fruit production thriving. -
Following a passion, from the bright lights of the stage to the forest
Published on January 1, 2019
Emily Huff is fascinated by the relationship between people and nature, and how people learn, talk about and make decisions about the environment. -
The new faces of MSU AgBioResearch
Published on January 1, 2019
To address a broad range of agricultural challenges, MSU AgBioResearch is partnering across the university to expand its network of researchers. -
Studying the impact of diversity in all forms
Published on January 1, 2019
Entomologist Will Wetzel is trying to understand the consequences of environmental variability for plants and insects, as well as how they cope and survive in the face of it. -
Safeguarding the foundation of life
Published on January 1, 2019
Almudena Veiga-Lopez, an assistant professor in the MSU Department of Animal Science, is exploring the relationship between chemical exposures during pregnancy and their potential effects on children later in life. -
Understanding the connections between what we eat and chronic diseases
Published on January 1, 2019
What people eat on a daily basis can increase their risks for certain chronic diseases. Ilce Medina Meza hopes her research can inform eating habits to reduce instances of disease. -
Enhancing dairy farm performance through a focus on calf health
Published on January 1, 2019
One area that needs more attention is calf health, according to Angel Abuelo, assistant professor in the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine. -
Exploring the possibilities of stem cell treatments in humans and animals
Published on January 1, 2019
Yuan Wang, an assistant professor in the MSU Department of Animal Science, believes stem cells may hold the answer to some of medicine’s biggest questions.