Scientists puzzled by big algae bloom Sep 21, 2008
Nine of 11 samples taken Sept. 3 near West Sister Island, northeast of Toledo, were more toxic than guidelines set by the World Health Organization, said Geoffrey Horst, a Michigan State University graduate student. The algae is not fatal to humans, but it can cause rashes. (Boston Globe)
Source of E. Coli Outbreak at Michigan State Unknown Sep 20, 2008
Source of E. Coli Outbreak at Michigan State University Unknown ... It's likely that more Michigan State University students than first thought were sickened in a recent E. coli outbreak. (Fox News)
The only way to help is through hope Sep 20, 2008
He came to the United States in 1998 for residency training at Michigan State University, and completed his three-year fellowship in hematology and medical oncology at the University of Vermont in Burlington. Gillani, 39, joined the C.R. Wood Cancer Center at Glens Falls Hospital in 2004, and last year he was awarded a three-year appointment as cancer liaison physician by the American College of Surgeons' Commission on Cancer. (Albany Times Union)
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The party also takes place at many local college campuses on Saturdays, including Michigan State University. The college atmosphere makes tailgating interesting, said MSU fan Kristin Barger. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
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Last summer she completed a 34-hour lake management course through Michigan Lakes and Streams and Michigan State University. "I know about wetlands, watersheds and weeds," Marchetti said. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Engineers Discover Nanoparticles Can Break On Through Sep 19, 2008
A Michigan State University chemical engineer has discovered that nanoparticles can stop thin polymer films from buckling and. (Mar. (Science Daily)
GM Crops Protect Neighbors From Pests? Sep 19, 2008
Mark Whalon, a Michigan State University entomology. (Aug. (Science Daily)
Anxiety-detecting machines could spot terrorists Sep 19, 2008
Even if machines accurately spot someone whose heart rate jumps suddenly, that may signal the agitation of learning a flight is delayed, said Timothy Levine, a Michigan State University expert on deceptive behavior. "What determines your heart rate is a whole bunch of reasons besides hostile intent," Levine said. (USA Today -- Tech)
Gold Key puts the world in exporters reach Sep 18, 2008
Country-specific business and economic information from Michigan State University s Center for International Business Education and Research ... Profiles of various global industries, including forecasts, trade statistics and risk assessments, from Michigan State University s Center for International Business Education and Research. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Tight end transfer helps fill needs Sep 18, 2008
Coming out of high school Linthicum considered Michigan State University as a possibe destination, even taking an unofficial visit over the summer to East Lansing. However, he made an early decision to commit to the Clemson Tigers over a host of scholarship offers which included Michigan State, Boston College, Cal, University of Virginia and Virginia Tech. (Michigan State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Miss Apple will reign over Niles festival Sep 18, 2008
She plans to attend Michigan State University with the goal of becoming a teacher or psychologist ... She plans to attend Southwestern Michigan College and Michigan State University to study agricultural law. (Niles Star, MI)
Don’t Leave Soybean Yield Behind at Harvest Sep 18, 2008
Harvest losses of 12 percent can easily occur if combine operators don t pay close attention to equipment adjustments and operation, agrees Michigan State University Extension educator Mike Staton, who suggests harvest management strategies to limit losses to 3 percent or less. Shatter losses at the header account for most of the harvest losses, says Staton in Van Buren County. (Agri-View, WI)
Dan wins 'Big Brother' 10 by unanimous vote Sep 18, 2008
M/SUNNY Thursday September 18, 2008. Today's most viewed articles. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
It's back! Hunter's Night Out returns Oct. 11 Sep 18, 2008
Come and join fellow hunters to receive the latest update from local experts; the Department of Natural Resources, the local Conservation Officer, and Michigan State University Extension. Learn about feral pigs and pseudo rabies in Cass County, chronic wasting disease update, hear about hunting water fowl and calling techniques, and the steps to processing your own deer for the freezer. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Linda Wade Vidosh/Stover Sep 18, 2008
Memorial contributions may be sent to Brian L. Vidosh Memorial Scholarship Fund, Michigan State University, Memo A11410-Vidosh, 300 Spartan Way, East Lansing MI 48824; or by phone, 517-884-1000, attn: Barbara McLure. No comments posted. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Weekend's heavy rain leaves farmers' fall crops to rot underwater Sep 17, 2008
For the third time this season, farmers in this fertile plain have been struck by flooding that's predicted to happen only once in a lifetime, said Michigan State University Extension director Paul Wylie. Harvey Leep, one of the owners of 4-L Farms in Martin Township, lost young plants in similar floods of June and July, he said. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
FAU Men's Soccer Prepares for Two Road Matches Sep 17, 2008
Buffalo sports a 4-2-0 record and is coming off a 1-0 loss at Michigan State University and a 2-1 loss at the University of Michigan. This will be the Bulls' first MAC match of the season and the second match between the two schools, with FAU winning the only other match in 1996. (Fausports.com)
Saltwater Solution To Save Crops Sep 16, 2008
But a Michigan State University partnership with DaimlerChrysler is looking at turning industrial. (June 23, 2005) The days of growing wheat every other year or two and leaving the ground bare the rest of the time are a thing of the past in the Great Plains states. (Science Daily)
Mother's Stress Linked To Her Child Becoming Overweight Sep 16, 2008
Lead researcher Craig Gundersen, a member of the agricultural and consumer economics faculty at the University of Illinois; and Joey Eisenmann, a member of the kinesiology and pediatrics faculty at Michigan State University, were also previous ISU faculty members on the research team. The researchers used mothers' responses to interview questions to determine their mental, physical, financial and family structure levels of stress -- producing a cumulative stress index. (Science Daily)
Geoff Johns Announced as Writer for Upcoming DC Universe(TM) Online Video Game Sep 16, 2008
Johns, 35, was born in Detroit and studied media arts, screenwriting, film production and theory at Michigan State University. After moving to Los Angeles, he worked as an intern and later an assistant for film director Richard Donner, whose credits include Superman: The Movie, Lethal Weapon 4 and Conspiracy Theory. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
School strategic plan calls for survey this year Sep 16, 2008
Gertners, who taught in Whitmore Lake from August 2002 to June 2007 and in Highland Park from August 1997 to June 2002, attended Michigan State University in 1975-1976, earned her bachelor's degree from Saginaw Valley State University in 1979 with an English major and history minor and a bachelor's degree in elementary education in 1995 from Oakland University in Rochester, where she also received her learning disabilities endorsement in August 2002. Three teachers received co-curricular... (Dowagiac News, MI)
Summer Olympics fire up Brevard gymnasts Sep 14, 2008
Harbor City recently sent Palm Bay High graduate Alyssa Brennan off to Michigan State University on a full gymnastics scholarship. Local gymnasts have been training for the start of the compulsory gymnastics season in Tampa on Saturday at the statewide Judges Cup competition. (Florida Today)
SORRY, CHARLIE BROWNNo `great' pumpkins at fair this year Sep 13, 2008
Powdery mildew, a fungal disease, ``has hit a number of vine crops quite hard,'' said Bill Steenwyk, Michigan State University Extension's district educator for commercial vegetables. Squash, pumpkins and cucumbers all took a hit, though there should be adequate numbers of normal-sized fruits for fall shoppers, he said. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Ronald Hall: Racism and Obama's Candidacy Sep 13, 2008
Michigan State University Social Work Professor Ronald Hall had a jump-start on that debate; he has been studying the social consequences of skin color for more than 20 years. He is the editor of a new scholarly book, Racism in the 21st Century: An Empirical Analysis of Skin Color (Springer). (Time.com)
Cern scientists rap is YouTube hit Sep 12, 2008
"A circle that crosses through Switzerland and France, sixty nations contribute to scientific advance. The video was shot by Kate MacAlpine - rap name Alpinekat - who is a trainee at Cern. "I did a science rap when I was working at the American Physical Society last summer, before coming to CERN," MacAlpine, from Lowell near Grand Rapids in Michigan and a graduate in writing and physics from Michigan State University told Reuters. "I wrote this on the bus on the way to and from work at CERN.... (VNUNet.com)
Woman Pleads Guilty In 1999 Michigan State Arson Sep 12, 2008
Text Size: (AP) A Detroit woman pleaded guilty Thursday to setting a New Year's Eve 1999 fire at Michigan State University, an act of eco-terrorism, and also admitted roles in 12 other incidents. Marie Mason, 46, and Frank Ambrose, 33, were accused of pouring gasoline and starting a fire to protest research on genetically modified plants. (CBS News -- US)
OUT THERE: Airline to Use Bald Heads as Billboards Sep 11, 2008
Mike Robell has found himself in B310 in Emmons Hall at Michigan State University the very same room occupied by his father in 1978. What are the odds. (Fox News)
Oil Seed Rape Grown For Biofuel Can Help Clean Up Toxic Soils Sep 11, 2008
But a Michigan State University partnership with DaimlerChrysler is looking at turning industrial. (June 25, 2005) Acidifying cadmium-contaminated soil can help a plant called alpine pennycress to remove even more cadmium and zinc from contaminated soil, Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and cooperating. (Science Daily)
Horse neglect, 3 found dead Sep 11, 2008
One of the horses was taken to Michigan State University for a post-mortem examination called a necropsy ... One of the horses was taken to Michigan State University for examination. (Pet-Abuse.com)
Large Hadron Collider Rap Video Is a Hit Sep 11, 2008
The 23-year-old Michigan State University graduate and science writer raps about the groundbreaking collider essentially a 17-mile (27-kilometer) circular tunnel at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) laboratory near Geneva, Switzerland. (See. (National Geographic)
Green Valley man tells tales of Nuremberg (365) Sep 10, 2008
As for Sgt. Jack Young, he was discharged and re-entered Michigan State University where he completed his studies and earned a degree in Social Studies. He worked at Dow Chemical until his retirement. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Discovery Challenges Fundamental Tenet Of Cancer Biology Sep 10, 2008
24, 2004) The discovery of a new compound by Michigan State University researchers could lead to improved chemotherapy treatments for different types of cancers potentially with fewer side ... 28, 2004) The discovery of a new compound by Michigan State University researchers could lead to improved chemotherapy treatments for different types of cancers potentially with fewer side. (Science Daily)
Motion City Soundtrack at 40 Watt on Friday Sep 10, 2008
"We've had a few things on TV and movies before, but it usually something that wasn't a big deal because the shows were bombs," says Thaxton during an interview on a tour stop at Michigan State University. "I didn't know anything about 'Gossip Girl,' but apparently that show is huge. Within a few days, we saw a big bump in iTunes sales. We thought that was very cool.". (Athens Banner-Herald)
All three specialize in internal medicine Sep 10, 2008
Dr. Wierman, married recently at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency in internal medicine at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit ... He completed his internal medicine residency through Michigan State University/Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies (MSU/KCMS). (Dowagiac News, MI)
Massive particle collider passes first key tests Sep 10, 2008
Kate McAlpine, 23, a Michigan State University graduate at the European Organisation for Nuclear Research, CERN, near Geneva, Switzerland, during an interview Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008. McAlpine has produced the Large Hadron Rap, a video clip which explains the biggest physics experiment in history at CERN when scientists hope to detect evidence of extra dimensions, invisible 'dark matter' and an elusive particle called the Higgs boson on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008. (Florida Times-Union)
'Big Bang Machine' Set to Start Up Wednesday Sep 9, 2008
Kate McAlpine, 23, a Michigan State University graduate at CERN, has produced the , a video clip that has attracted more than a million views on YouTube. "The things that it discovers will rock you in the head," McAlpine raps as she dances in the tunnel and caverns. (Fox News)
Information company moves beyond weather forecasts Sep 9, 2008
Testing by Michigan Sugar Company, along with pathologists from Michigan State University, have verified the accuracy of BeetCast. Weather Innovations also developed the output so growers can quickly get onto the Internet and get the information they need to make good decisions. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
What are the odds? Son gets same dorm room as dad Sep 9, 2008
Son moves into same dorm room his father had at Michigan State University ... -- Following in his father's footsteps at Michigan State University is one thing. (Albany Times Union)
New Stem Cell Screening Tool Takes Adult Stem Cell Research To New Level Sep 9, 2008
10, 2005) Michigan State University researchers have found that a certain gene, expressed within a human adult stem cell, could hold the key to not only offering new hope to cancer patients, but also to. (Sep. (Science Daily)
Tips for Nice Lawn: Avoid a Buzz Cut Sep 9, 2008
Good landscaping can increase a home s value by 5 percent to 11 percent, according to a Michigan State University study. Don t give the lawn a buzz cut, urges John Stier, professor of horticulture at the University of Wisconsin. (Realtor Magazine Online)
PSU lacks legal services Sep 8, 2008
"Both the University of Michigan and Michigan State University have [legal services]. Eastern Michigan University doesn't have one, and those students are frequently requesting the same services," he said. Previous article: Next article: More stories from The Daily Collegian Online. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Science: Most powerful atom smasher to go on line Sep 8, 2008
Kate McAlpine, 23, a Michigan State University graduate at CERN, has produced the Large Hadron Rap, a video clip that has attracted more than a million views on YouTube. The things that it discovers will rock you in the head, McAlpine raps as she dances in the tunnel and caverns. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Time Warner Cable adds Big Ten Network Sep 6, 2008
Michigan State University. University of Minnesota. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Summer construction projects begin to see end Sep 6, 2008
Some of the projects being worked on at the county level include the renovation of the former Michigan State Police post for the Michigan State University Extension office, the installation of a new roof and cooling unit at the courthouse and the installation of a backup generator for the courthouse. The county's central computer systems are housed at the courthouse, which could cause a problem if power is knocked out, accentuating the need for a generator. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Particle physicists' rap video Sep 6, 2008
The rap is the brainchild of Kate McAlpine, a graduate student of Michigan State University who is on assignment to CERN, as the European Organisation for Nuclear Research is called. Next Wednesday, CERN will switch on the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), a massive underground laboratory that will smash protons together and analyse the sub-atomic debris that results. (iAfrica.com)
Young honored with Bush Award Sep 6, 2008
He earned bachelor's and master's degrees from Michigan State University. He was nominated for the Bush Award by the Lakeland Conference. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Easy Cell: Mobile Phones for the Hearing Impaired Sep 5, 2008
"You want as little motion as possible because motion affects the amount of time it takes to process the data and requires more bandwidth," says a Michigan State University professor of telecommunication, information studies and media. Heeter was part of the school's research team that in 1996 launched the , a Web site that offers thousands of videos that translate words into ASL signs. (Scientific American)
Big 10 Opponents, Trip To Los Angeles Highlight Women's Basketball Non-Conference Schedule Sep 5, 2008
Stony Brook, N.Y. - Games against the Big 10's Michigan State University and Penn State University and a tournament in Los Angeles highlight the Stony Brook women's basketball's non-conference schedule, head coach announced on Thursday. The 2008-09 season starts at home against Quinnipiac University on November 14 at 5 pm followed by the men's team taking on Maryland-Eastern Shore. (Goseawolves.org)
Lush lawn - higher home value Sep 5, 2008
Good landscaping can increase your home's value by 5% to 11%, according to a Michigan State University study. And by far the biggest component of your landscape is the grass. (CNN -- Money)
Global Warming Lends Strength to Storms and Hurricanes Sep 5, 2008
McAlpine, a 23-year-old Michigan State University. A study conducted by a researcher from Florida State University has concluded that the theory according to which the global warming led to stronger hurricanes in the Atlantic is not just. (eFluxMedia)
Back-to-school food safety Sep 5, 2008
Recommended food temperatures to insure food safety can be found at or by calling Michigan State University Extension in Cass County at (269) 445-4438. When packing hot foods in a lunch, use an insulated container. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Metro's new North Terminal Sep 3, 2008
"I don't know what we'll do when Michigan plays MSU (Michigan State University)," he said. A key feature of the design is that the plan is expandable, Conway said. (The News-Herald)
Missouri battling bug that kills ash trees Sep 3, 2008
Michigan State University, File / AP Photo. An adult emerald ash borer is shown in this photo released by Michigan State University. (Anchorage Daily News)
Train Safety: Season Of Mists And Leaves On The Line Sep 3, 2008
(May 7, 2007) A new variety of corn developed and patented by Michigan State University scientists could turn corn leaves and stalks into products that are just as valuable as the golden kernels. Right now, most. (Science Daily)
Study links mother's stress to childhood obesity Sep 3, 2008
Along with Garasky and Lohman, Susan Stewart, an ISU associate professor of sociology, collaborated on the research team, which was led by Craig Gundersen, of the University of Illinois, and Joey Eisenmann, of Michigan State University. Gundersen and Eisenmann are former ISU faculty members. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
A little effort can save a lot of tractor fuel Sep 3, 2008
Taking some time to make sure a tractor is set up properly and using fuel-saving practices can help producers keep money in their pockets, according to Michigan State University (MSU) Extension. "One estimate that I've seen is that U.S. farmers could potentially save up to 150 million gallons of fuel each year," says Mike Staton, MSU Extension agriculture and natural resources educator based in Van Buren County. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Grad Student's Physics Rap a YouTube Hit Sep 2, 2008
The 23-year-old Michigan State University graduate and science writer's particle physics rap is a hit on YouTube with half a million views and counting. She focused the rap's lyrics on the Large Hadron Collider at the CERN laboratory near Geneva, Switzerland. (Fox News)
40 ash trees in Chenoa park likely will fall victim to ash borer Sep 2, 2008
(David Cappaert, Michigan State University). Video. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Physics rap is high-energy hit on YouTube Sep 2, 2008
The 23-year-old Michigan State University graduate and science writer raps about the Large Hadron Collider, the groundbreaking particle accelerator that has been built in a 17-mile circular tunnel at the CERN laboratory near Geneva. McAlpine raps that when the collider goes into operation on Sept. 10, "the things that it discovers will rock you in the head.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Study examines relationship between low birth weight and psychiatric problems in children Sep 2, 2008
D., of Michigan State University, East Lansing, examined the long-term association between low-birth-weight and psychiatric problems among 413 children from a socially disadvantaged community in Detroit and 410 children from a middle-class Detroit suburb. Children's psychiatric disturbances were rated by mothers and teachers at ages 6, 11 and 17. (EurekAlert!)
Stressed mothers raise fat children Sep 2, 2008
Gundersen and colleagues at Iowa State University and Michigan State University looked at data on 841 children in families living below the poverty line who were part of a government nutrition survey conducted from 1999 to 2002. "We found that the cumulative stress experienced by the child's mother is an important determinant of child overweight," the research team reported in a study published in the September issue of Pediatrics. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Spartans to Test Depth Early Sep 1, 2008
net covers Michigan State University athletics, including recruiting, basketball, football and more. You must enable client-side scripting on your browser via"Tools > Options" to use this site. (SpartansInsider.com)
Dreisbach, Kostenko to wed Aug 31, 2008
A Juneau-Douglas High School graduate of the class of 1998 as well as a graduate of Michigan State University, she is a licensed veternary technician at the Animal Eye Clinic of Spokane. The groom is the son of Brian and Charlene Dreisbach. (Juneau Empire)
Palin's son attended Portage Central High Aug 30, 2008
And although the sons have gone their separate ways since high school graduation -- with Track entering the U.S. Army and Dan beginning classes this week as a freshman at Michigan State University -- Dave Holmes and Palin's husband, Todd, remain in friendly contact. I've kept in contact with Todd off and on since then,'' Holmes said. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
A Review of Kellogg Hotel & Confere... Aug 30, 2008
A Review of Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center: Lodging on the Campus of Michigan State University ... Lodging on the Campus of Michigan State University ... The Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center is a wonderful, boutique style hotel located on the campus of Michigan State University. (Suite101.com)
