A new study from the Institute for Social Research (ISR) shows ethnic political violence has a cascading effect, stimulating violence within communities, schools, peers, and families.

In 1925, an idealistic group of conservationists dubbed the Society of Les Voyageurs set about constructing a cabin on the Huron River. It may well be the only home of a student organization built by the members who would use it.

University of Michigan professors will offer free online courses on such diverse topics as finance, electronic voting, computer vision, and fantasy and science fiction using a new web-based platform called Coursera.

Former Wolverines tight end Chris McLaurin, ’09, takes his experience as a Fulbright Scholar and White House intern to Asia. He’s the recipient of a prestigious Luce Fellowship.

For the second straight year, the University of Michigan ranks first in research and development spending among the nation’s public universities, according to the latest numbers from the U.S. National Science Foundation.

Video: Since purchasing the ex-Pfizer research campus in Ann Arbor nearly three years ago, the University of Michigan has accelerated its research infrastructure and capabilities. Today, the North Campus Research Complex is home to new programs, labs, institutes, and entrepreneurial ventures.

Well-preserved woolly mammoth reveals insight into ancient human behavior; U-M doctor tapped to head $10 million research project on cancer drugs; student-led Social Venture Fund invests in education provider; U-M researcher pushes to distribute findings on bird flu; Glee Club delights local diners; shifting focus on chronic diseases may reduce healthcare spending.