UM Startup Offers New Twist On Restaurant Reviews
A new Web startup from a group of University of Michigan graduates and students says it has a better method of finding useful information in restaurant reviews.
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A new Web startup from a group of University of Michigan graduates and students says it has a better method of finding useful information in restaurant reviews.
When I'm on my Fall Tech Tour around Michigan and I ask university tech transfer officials to see their four or five coolest "science projects" that have economic development potential, they always say they have so many it's a tough choice. But try to imagine the tough choices faced by the University of Michigan, which has a research budget of a staggering $1.2 billion-plus a year, consistently among the top five in the nation. How the heck do you pick?
The University of Michigan men's basketball team announced that it will unveil its 2012 regular-season Big Ten Championship banner prior to the Big Ten/ACC Challenge game against N.C. State on Nov. 27 at Crisler Center.
Researchers with the U-M School of Natural Resources and Environment are leading a five-year, $4 million study of disparities in access to healthy food across the state.
The University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance received an $8 million donation from philanthropists William and Delores Brehm that will go toward a $23 million effort to renovate and expand the music and performance school's original campus home.
A judge has ruled that former Michigan assistant attorney general Andrew Shirvell, fired for misconduct, should receive unemployment benefits.
Brady Hoke will make sure his players stay humble as they head into Saturday night's road matchup with dangerous Nebraska.
A new mobile phone app, the first of its kind, helps concussion patients track their activities and symptoms, and share that information with their healthcare team. The app from the University of Michigan, is called Return2Play.
The Department of Veterans Affairs Ann Arbor Healthcare System has leased 24,600 square feet of space at the University of Michigan's North Campus Research Complex, the former Pfizer Inc. research campus on Ann Arbor's northeast side. The move will bring 50 VA health researchers onto the UM campus.
There are more than 2,200 four-year colleges in the United States. This year, seven Michigan schools have been included in the resource that millions of parents, counselors, and college-bound students have turned to for more than 25 years -- the Fiske Guide to Colleges.
The University of Michigan men's basketball team will begin the 2012-13 ranked fifth following the release of the preseason ESPN/USA Today Coaches Poll today
A $5.2 million federal grant awarded to the University of Michigan is the largest for research into birth-related pelvic floor injuries and their relationship to pelvic floor disorders like urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse.
The University of Michigan continues to make progress to lower energy consumption and boost recycling on its Ann Arbor campus as a result of ongoing efforts by the Planet Blue Operations team.
The U.S. Supreme Curt heard verbal arguments Wednesday in the case of Fisher v. the University of Texas at Austin, where affirmative action is still used in admissions.
There's an Ann Arbor connection to this year's Nobel Prize in chemistry, awarded to American researchers Robert Lefkowitz and Brian Kobilka.
Emissions from new vehicles are down a record 20 percent in the last five years, according to researchers at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute.
Beringea Managing Director Jeff Bocan's latest Huffington Post blog entry, "The Scientific 'Antiques Roadshow': Hidden Tech-Driven Gems Make America a Richer Nation," recaps his experiences as a venture capital faculty member at the National Science Foundation's Innovation Corps program, delivered in partnership with the University of Michigan.
The Institute of Gerontology at Wayne State University in partnership with the University of Michigan received a $2.7 million grant renewal from the National Institutes of Health's National Institute on Aging to continue the work of the Michigan Center for Urban African American Aging Research.
The latest event and meeting notices from Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups.
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.
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.
The latest industry awards and certifications earned by Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups
A part of the brain usually thought to control movement also may cause people to overeat, say University of Michigan researchers.
The operation also resulted in the seizure of 2,500 counterfeit prescription pills, 142 guns and $2.6 million in cash and assets, according to the DEA.
Waterford police are pushing back against what they call misinformation and online distortion surrounding their use of the technology.
A Warren, Michigan, man is charged after authorities say searches of his home and cellphone uncovered child pornography and drugs.
A woman is facing charges in connection with a double shooting at a Detroit birthday party that left one person dead.
Detroiters are getting their say on the future of the Renaissance Center and the East Riverfront. That process started Tuesday night with the first community benefits meeting for the $1.6 billion redevelopment plan.
Amy Doukoure, an attorney with CAIR, said Wednesday that the rhetoric displayed during Tuesday night's events went beyond anti-Muslim sentiment and reflected a broader message about race and who belongs in America.
Michigan Secretary of State and Democratic gubernatorial nominee Jocelyn Benson has named Michigan Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks as her running mate.
Police made 22 misdemeanor arrests Tuesday during the "Christian Crusader March" near a Dearborn City Council meeting, with no injuries reported.
Michigan is reporting its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as EEE, since 2021.
The operation also resulted in the seizure of 2,500 counterfeit prescription pills, 142 guns and $2.6 million in cash and assets, according to the DEA.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
The Gordie Howe International Bridge has been open for nearly a month, and it is celebrating with a new commemorative patch.
Progressive momentum has been a prominent storyline as Democrats look to flip control of the House and Senate next year. But how far will it go?
Police made 22 misdemeanor arrests Tuesday during the "Christian Crusader March" near a Dearborn City Council meeting, with no injuries reported.
Federal officers found a moving pillowcase in a car that was seized at the U.S.-Mexico border. A collection of stolen exotic reptiles was inside.
Eligible soldiers must reenlist for a minimum of two years and up to six years.
Michigan is reporting its first human case of Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as EEE, since 2021.
A second Metro Detroit library has reported detecting bedbugs, resulting in a temporary closure of the branch for treatment and cleaning.
Large bags and shopping carts are banned from the Royal Oak Public Library as staff attempt to prevent a bedbug resurgence.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says a human case of influenza A H1N2 swine flu was detected in a person who was a participant at the Kent County Youth Fair.
A new executive order from President Trump is reshaping federal childhood vaccine recommendations and encouraging states to review their school immunization requirements, a move that comes as Michigan families prepare for the new school year.
Brandon Lowe homered off Detroit closer Kenley Jansen with two outs in the ninth inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Tigers.
Michigan faces a challenging season with six opponents in the preseason AP Top 25.
Braxton Ashcraft allowed five hits over eight efficient innings, Oneil Cruz homered in his return from the injured list, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Detroit Tigers 4-1.
Kevin McGonigle hit a two-run homer, and the Detroit Tigers held off the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-5 on Monday night and moved into a three-way tie for the final AL wild-card spot.
LIV Golf is ending its season one tournament early.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The Drug Enforcement Administration's Detroit Field Division says it seized more than 17 kilograms of fentanyl — enough to make about 8.5 million potentially deadly doses — during a recent enforcement surge targeting drug trafficking across the region.
We remain dry until the weekend, when showers and storms will likely scatter through the region on Saturday.
As the conversation around Flock cameras continues to intensify around the country and in Metro Detroit, Waterford police are now pushing back against what they call misinformation and online distortion surrounding their use of the technology.
We are weeks away from the NFL regular season, but the Lions are preparing for their second preseason game this weekend. Wide receiver Jameson Williams returned to the field on Wednesday after missing practice due to an injury.
Meijer celebrated the opening of its new store in Livonia on Wednesday at Seven Mile and Farmington roads. This is the company's 129th store in Michigan.