Research News

  1. 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.

  2. Dig this

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

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

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

  4. Treating pain without feeding addiction

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

  5. Biomechanics and … bionics?

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

  6. Hacking into homes

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

  7. A new way to combat PTSD?

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

  8. Technology rules

    Study reveals kids’ expectations of parents: Put your phone away when I’m talking to you; don’t text and drive; and stop posting my photo without my permission!

  9. Just in time

    New smart technologies could revolutionize the way people cope with medical and behavioral problems.