Innovation
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They see dead people
As a 3-D hologram-like cadaver floats in space, students “operate” using joysticks and special glasses.
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What can stem cells teach us about bipolar disorder?
Research breakthrough may transform treatment, solve mysteries about disorder.
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Color solar cells fuse energy, beauty
New technology invented at U-M brings colorful design element to solar panels.
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Manufacturing 10,000 jobs
U-M plays key role in $148-million research institute opening in metro Detroit.
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Innovative algae research keeps students in state
Greenest of the green movements attracts brightest of the bright PhD students.
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Science as performance art
What happens when a biologist, choreographer, composer, and illustrator collaborate to convey a complex cellular process? Watch and learn.
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The future is now
U-M researchers are teaching cars, roads, traffic lights, and other roadside devices to talk to each other. Their conversations just might make driving easy, save lives, and generally improve road conditions. Connected vehicles will inform each other out about such things as traffic tie-ups, icy roads, disabled vehicles, and lane closures. And drivers will Read more
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Stem cell research at U-M: A five-year progress report
Five years ago this month, Michigan voters opened the door for a full range of stem cell research in the state. Today, that effort is well under way at U-M, and yielding results that are expanding knowledge of a wide range of diseases.
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Engineers making a difference
Creativity, design, and customer service take precedence in a unique course, as freshmen “tinker” their way to real results.