HR Notices From October 4
The latest staffing, leadership and boardroom news from Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups
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The latest staffing, leadership and boardroom news from Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups
Merit Network Inc. announced the installation of the first telecommunications hut as part of the REACH-3MC II broadband stimulus project. The hut was successfully deployed on the campus of Bay de Noc Community College.
Patient-led advocacy has created a shift in the way the United States government prioritizes funding for medical research and has significantly changed the way policymakers think about who benefits the most from these dollars, says a public health researcher at the University of Michigan.
Michigan's tech professionals can soon add a new skill to their resume: iPhone and iPad app development. This October, Develop Detroit will launch its second semester of courses, expanding upon its successful summer session. Entrepreneurs, programmers, or designers can enroll in one of two course tracks: iOS App Programming or Design.
Traffic deaths have fallen dramatically since 2005, but estimates for 2012 suggest that the trend may be ending, says a University of Michigan researcher in a new report.
Washtenaw Community College has been awarded a $2.9 million grant from the United States Department of Labor through its Trade Adjustment Assistance for Community Colleges Career Training program.
Texting while driving is a serious threat to public safety, but a new University of Michigan study suggests that we might not be aware of our actions.
Women who begin snoring during pregnancy are at strong risk for high blood pressure and preeclampsia, according to research from the University of Michigan.
Using mobile devices to provide healthcare offers many benefits. However, there can be considerable security risks and points of potentially unauthorized access that companies must protect themselves from or risk serious penalties. That's one of the reasons why ForaCare, a provider of chronic disease management products, is partnering with Ann Arbor-based Online Tech for HIPAA compliant managed cloud hosting.
An inkless wet paint that changes color. A reusable heat pack you boil to recharge. A wireless sensor that could one day fit inside a blood vessel. These are three of the technologies that could move closer to market thanks to a unique new Master of Entrepreneurship program at the University of Michigan.
When The Annual Register debuted in 1758, libraries were still scarce around the world and protective of their holdings, which were often chained to desks as a safeguard. During the ensuing 254 years, the chains were broken; libraries evolved even further by pushing content outside their walls, providing patrons with around-the-clock remote access via computers. That "liberation" continues as the 253rd edition of The Annual Register, one of libraries' most trusted references, makes its debut as an e-book via ProQuest business unit Ebrary.
NanoBio Corp. announced Monday it will present data from three preclinical studies at the 8th Annual International Respiratory Syncytial Virus Symposium taking place Sept. 27-30 in Santa Fe, N.M.
As a symbol of gratitude and recognition of the vision of Penny and E. Roe Stamps, the University of Michigan Board of Regents approved Thursday the renaming of the art-and-design school to the Penny W. Stamps School of Art and Design.
With a name like Ahmed Ahmed, this Arab-American stand-up comedian was told he would never make it in the comedy world.
Major health care problems associated with noncommunicable diseases like heart disease, cancer, diabetes and chronic respiratory conditions are not unique to the United States. In fact, NCDs are a concern across the globe, and are growing at an alarming rate in some developing regions like Latin America.
CIMdata, the leading global Product Lifecycle Management consulting and research firm announces a new paper advising CAD users on the importance of tools that allow them to deal with complex, freeform shapes.
What's it like to be three kids from Ann Arbor starring in a national TV show? WWJ's Kathryn Larson meets up with Ariel, Zoey and Eli just in time for their third season on PBS.
MichBio, the statewide bioscience industry trade association, announced the launch of MichBio Intel, a new advanced service to help emerging bioscience companies with their product development planning and commercialization efforts.
Medical and pharmacy costs for employees and their dependents rose 4.6 percent from 2010 to 2011, the smallest increase in the past five years, according to Truven Health Analytics, formerly the health care business of Thomson Reuters.
Synthetic Biologics Inc., a developer of synthetic biologics and innovative medicines for serious diseases and unmet medical needs, today announced that it has initiated efforts to develop a monoclonal antibody (mAb) therapy for the treatment of acinetobacter infections.
The Michigan Department of Transportation has begun a major traffic improvement and non-motorized transportation project at Washtenaw Avenue and US-23, part of the ReImagine Washtenaw project
The latest event and meeting notices from Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups
Ann Arbor Fire Department officials want to restructure, leaving the city with three fire stations, instead of five.
Strong customer satisfaction prevails across three durable goods industries in 2012, with nearly all companies showing improvement compared with a year ago, according to a report released today by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.
The Center for Healthcare Research & Transformation Monday released an issue brief showing that through the end of the 2011 federal fiscal year, Michigan organizations have received more than $82.5 million in grant funding under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, placing Michigan among the top 15 states.
Severe weather is possible again this week as a parade of fronts rolls through Southeast Michigan.
Colt Keith hit three home runs and the Detroit Tigers took down the Houston Astros 9-3 on Monday night.
More than 100 people showed up to the party in Birmingham, Michigan, and residents are wondering why it wasn't shut down before it got out of hand.
Longtime Michigan State University basketball coach Tom Izzo calls the latest leadership shakeup "self-inflicted."
Hamtramck Mayor Adam Alharbi and the city council are facing yet another legal battle as Alharbi filed a lawsuit challenging the recent firing of City Manager Adel Al-Adlani.
More than 100 people showed up to the party in Birmingham, Michigan, and residents are wondering why it wasn't shut down before it got out of hand.
Severe weather is possible again this week as a parade of fronts rolls through Southeast Michigan.
Longtime Michigan State University basketball coach Tom Izzo calls the latest leadership shakeup "self-inflicted."
Hamtramck Mayor Adam Alharbi and the city council are facing yet another legal battle as Alharbi filed a lawsuit challenging the recent firing of City Manager Adel Al-Adlani.
Colt Keith hit three home runs and the Detroit Tigers took down the Houston Astros 9-3 on Monday night.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
The United Auto Workers announced on Wednesday a tentative agreement with American Axle in Three Rivers, Michigan, ending a 10-day strike.
American Axle, which is headquartered in Detroit, is a Tier 1 supplier to General Motors. UAW members have launched a strike at its Three Rivers site.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
A well-known jazz club in Detroit is hitting a new high note. After going dark in May for renovations, Baker's Keyboard Lounge is reopening to the public.
The United States is co-hosting the World Cup for the first time in more than 30 years, and organizations and businesses in Metro Detroit are making sure sports fans have a place to watch the competition.
The project, called "The Stories of Us," invites communities across the country to reflect on their past, present, and future.
With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.
Colt Keith hit three home runs and the Detroit Tigers took down the Houston Astros 9-3 on Monday night.
The Golden Knights had taken a two-games-to-one lead in the Stanley Cup Finals, but Carolina came roaring back, winning three straight to take home their first championship since the 2005-2006 season.
Sen. Mitch McConnell was admitted to the hospital Sunday morning, a spokesperson for the Republican confirmed to CBS News.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol said the fatal crash occurred near the Butler Memorial Airport, about 60 miles south of Kansas City.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
Following claims of toxic mold at the Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility, the Michigan Department of Corrections says testing did not show "evidence of systemic black or toxic mold conditions."
The victim may have had a medical emergency before the vehicle went underwater, Grand Blanc Township police said.
New data from Flint's Rx Kids program shows an 18% reduction in preterm births and a 27% drop in low birth weights, and Detroit officials say they expect similar results as enrollment nears 3,000 families.
Feldman Automotive and the Wahlberg family teamed up to launch the outing six years ago, growing it into one of the region's top charity golf events.
Now out of the hospital, Tavaun Clark says he's focused on recovering and getting back to what he loves most, playing football this summer.
Colt Keith hit three home runs and the Detroit Tigers took down the Houston Astros 9-3 on Monday night.
Longtime Michigan State University basketball coach Tom Izzo calls the latest leadership shakeup "self-inflicted."
The Rocket Classic will be teeing off at the Detroit Golf Club this summer for the eighth and final time.
On Monday, Kentucky named J Batt as its new athletic director and CEO of Champions Blue LLC.
The Golden Knights had taken a two-games-to-one lead in the Stanley Cup Finals, but Carolina came roaring back, winning three straight to take home their first championship since the 2005-2006 season.
We're in the throes of the 100 most dangerous driving days of the year as more folks take to the road for vacations.
Four leaders appear in one-on-one conversations on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday to discuss their political futures and the road ahead in the 2026 midterms.
Bob Riney, president and CEO of Henry Ford Health, headlines Michigan Matters this Sunday, along with three other community champions who discuss important issues dissected at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
This week on Michigan Matters, the roundtable talks about the governor's race and the impact of former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
Longtime Michigan State University basketball coach Tom Izzo did not shy away from speaking out after the university's president and athletic director departed within a month of each other, calling the leadership shakeup "self-inflicted."
Two Adopt-a-Road signs in West Bloomfield, Michigan, have been removed after controversy over where those signs were located.
Police are searching for an individual who was caught on camera breaking into a Sterling Heights store and stealing several lottery scratch off tickets.
Hamtramck Mayor Adam Alharbi and the city council are facing yet another legal battle as Alharbi filed a lawsuit challenging the recent firing of City Manager Adel Al-Adlani.
People in Birmingham, Michigan, are outraged after a massive pool party prompted a police response.