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Research by Michigan State University astronomers has scientists re-thinking the fates of black holes, particularly in groups of stars known as globular clusters.

The United States Department of Agriculture has awarded Michigan State University $1.6 million to lead a national crop pollination research and extension project.

Genetics may make some women more vulnerable to the pressure of being thin, a study led by MSU researchers has found.

Michigan State University has received nearly $1 million in grants from the Environmental Protection Agency, funds that will be used to keep invasive species from entering the Great Lakes basin.

At a time when the value of gold has reached an all-time high, Michigan State University researchers have discovered a bacterium’s ability to withstand incredible amounts of toxicity is key to creating 24-karat gold.

Increasingly, U.S. firms are moving or considering moving their manufacturing operations back to domestic soil from overseas, finds a new study co-authored by an MSU supply chain expert.

The MSU HealthTeam Pediatric Primary Care Clinic waiting room received a literacy-oriented makeover through a partnership with Reach Out and Read Michigan, an early childhood literacy program, and the Michigan Education Association.

Michigan State University has announced a $1 million gift from Mark and Nancy Hollis to support an academic scholarship endowment, improvements to Spartan Stadium and arts programming at the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum and the Wharton Center for Performing Arts.

A leading scholar in adult stem cell science visited Michigan State University this month to deliver lectures about the role of adult stem cells in neurodegenerative diseases and regenerative therapeutics.

When it comes to the birds of South Asia, Pamela Rasmussen wrote the book on it. Literally. Twice.

Foreign policy has taken center stage in the presidential campaign, yet most voters pay little attention to this issue when electing a president, said Matt Zierler, associate professor of international relations.

Premed students have an opportunity to meet deans and admission directors from all six Michigan medical schools in one place at MSU from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 6.

As scientists from different disciplines and regions help design a world-class nuclear research facility at Michigan State University, a team of MSU researchers will conduct one of the first major studies of how teams work together.

With 50-plus years of engagement in Africa, Michigan State University will partner with The MasterCard Foundation on its $500 million education initiative, The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program, to provide talented, yet financially disadvantaged youth – especially those from Africa – with access to high-quality education.

ESPN College GameDay will visit East Lansing for the second year in a row when Michigan State University takes on Ohio State University on Sept. 29. Kickoff is at 3:30 p.m. in Spartan Stadium.

A pair of projects totaling $1.5 million and led by an MSU professor will help Michigan National Guard members and their families in the often stressful transition from battlefield to civilian life.

Michigan State University researchers have unlocked secrets in bone marrow that could lead to improved treatments for colitis and Crohn’s disease.

President Barack Obama holds a substantial lead in Michigan over Republican challenger Mitt Romney, although many of the state’s voters remain undecided, according to MSU's latest State of the State Survey.

A Michigan State University astronomer is part of an international team of scientists that has discovered a galaxy so far, far away that its light was emitted not all that long after the Big Bang occurred.

As scientists continue to map breast cancer’s complex genetic makeup, research at Michigan State University could lead to better diagnoses and new treatment targets.