Research News

  1. Research at a glance

    The total volume of research at U-M reached a record high $1.39 billion in fiscal year 2016, marking ambitious partnerships and innovations.

  2. Into the woods

    From bobcats to badgers and fawns to foxes, U-M camera-trap project captures hundreds of thousands of Michigan wildlife selfies.

  3. Fighting the opioid epidemic

    A U-M team is striking back at a key factor in the opioid epidemic: prescriptions for patients, pre- and post-surgery.

  4. Dig this

    Thumb-area teachers help U-M paleontologists excavate prehistoric mastodon bones, which could be 13,000 years old.

  5. U-M to build $75-million robotics hub

    Lab will feature fly zone for autonomous aerial vehicles, outdoor course for walking robots, and more.

  6. Treating pain without feeding addiction

    Study shows promise of non-drug pain management, combining behavioral therapy and social support.

  7. Biomechanics and … bionics?

    A revolution in motorized prosthetics has potential to improve quality and motion for people living with limb loss.

  8. Hacking into homes

    Cybersecurity researchers find alarming “smart home” flaws in popular systems that boast automated and remote features.

  9. A new way to combat PTSD?

    Researchers say mindfulness therapy could help veterans reduce symptoms of combat-related post-traumatic stress disorder.