Event Notices From September 12
The latest event and meeting notices from Michigan's technology-focused companies and institutions
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The latest event and meeting notices from Michigan's technology-focused companies and institutions
A Wayne State University reseracher has won a $418,000 grant from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, part of the National Institutes of Health. Graham Parker, assistant professor of research in the Department of Pediatrics, will use the grant to study how a particular gene might be involved in the progression of spinal muscular atrophy, the No. 1 genetic killer of children younger than 2 years old.
Power outages darkened Wayne State University, the Detroit Public Schools and the Detroit Institute of Arts Thursday -- the second time that has happened in six months.
The lights went out at Wayne State University, the Detroit Institute of Arts, the main branch of the Detroit Public Library and multiple public schools.
Just days from the 10th anniversary of September 11th, Wayne State University is one of many organizations holding special ceremonies to mark the tragedy.
The latest personnel and boardroom news from Michigan's technology-focused companies and institutions
Wayne State University will host the kickoff workshop for "EcoCar 2: Plugging Into The Future," a one-of-a-kind engineering competition between teams representing 15 universities challenged to reduce the environmental impact of vehicles without compromising performance, safety or consumer acceptability.
Wayne State University has joined the Zipcar Inc. collegiate car sharing network.
NextCat Inc., a Wayne State University startup company, has received a Phase II Small Business Innovation Research award from the National Science Foundation in the amount of $498,830. This brings NextCAT's total grant funding to $1.3 million.
Efforts to improve traffic safety have been aided by mathematical models that allow researchers to better assess those factors that impact the degree of injury suffered as a result of traffic crashes, a Wayne State University researcher says.
Students from the Blackstone LaunchPad, Wayne State University's student entrepreneur program, and other colleges around the Metro Detroit area will showcase their business models at Wayne State's Get Launched event Tuesday, Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom, 5221 Gullen Mall, Detroit.
A Wayne State University Dean has recommended the closure of the school's Occupational and Environmental Health Sciences program, which is rated in the top 5 programs of its kind in the world.
After years of research and testing, a dietary supplement developed by a pair of Wayne State University professors will now be made available to the public through Meijer stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky.
The National Institute of General Medical Sciences of the National Institutes of Health recently awarded Lori A. Pile, assistant professor of molecular cell biology in Wayne State University's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, $1.39 million to research cellular division and growth. The study is intended to support the development of cancer treatments currently undergoing clinical trials.
Ashley St. Andrew hopes her chance to make history won't dry up as she tries to become the first woman to swim across Lake Michigan's mid-section.
Weiping Ren, associate professor of biomedical engineering in WSU's College of Engineering, has found a solution to the side effects of using erythromycin to treat bone wear in joint replacements.
Mark Ming-Cheng Cheng, assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering at Wayne State University, received a five-year, $475,000 Faculty Early Career Development grant from the National Science Foundation to study the potential of graphene, a novel carbon material, in the development of a reliable, high-performance, long-term implantable electrode system to improve quality of life using nanotechnology.
A $3 million grant will help fund a program that Wayne State University students say helps prepare them for careers in research.
The state has ruled Michigan State University and Wayne State University are in compliance with a policy aimed at keeping tuition increases for the 2011-12 academic year below 7.1 percent.
Regardless of the hot weather, nearly 100 baseball players took part in a two-day baseball camp on the campus of Wayne State University, ages ranging from elementary all the way up to the college level.
Wayne State University research on several fronts is exploring the biological mechanisms connecting obesity and diabetes -- research that could someday lead to improved treatments for diabetes and maybe even an obesity treatment that doesn't involve surgery.
The Wayne State University College of Nursing received a $200,000 grant from the Michigan Nursing Corps to enhance its simulation technology for teaching clinical nursing skills.
Governor Rick Snyder, along with NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg, will discuss how immigration could save Detroit at a conference next week at Wayne State University.
Seventeen participants in the Michigan Shifting Gears program will celebrate completion of the career transition program Thursday, June 30 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Guardian Building, 500 Griswold, Detroit.
Residents are concerned that a proposed project would remove several trees, while others say it is needed to prevent future flooding.
A former police officer in Lincoln Township, Michigan, was sentenced to 18 months of probation with the first 90 days in jail for falsifying salvage vehicle inspections, according to the Michigan Attorney General's office.
Kevin McGonigle drove in three runs, Drew Anderson tossed four innings of one-run ball in his fourth start of the year, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-4.
The Arab American Civil Rights League has filed a lawsuit against the federal government and military contractors on behalf of citizens impacted by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon.
A longstanding family-run cinema in Macomb County will shutter its doors for good next month.
A 13-year-old boy who was wanted by Detroit police for allegedly shooting his father on Tuesday was taken into custody in Ohio hours after fleeing.
Residents are concerned that a proposed project would remove several trees, while others say it is needed to prevent future flooding.
The Arab American Civil Rights League has filed a lawsuit against the federal government and military contractors on behalf of citizens impacted by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon.
A Michigan father charged in a fatal Thanksgiving Day head-on crash that resulted in the death of his 5-year-old daughter will stand trial.
Safety concerns continue in the city of Birmingham, Michigan, but this time they center on a big fight on the downtown street.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Dodge unveiled the return of the Super Bee on Thursday during a media preview for Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge at M1 Concourse in Pontiac.
As a special Goodyear Auto Service Center, the store will display the company's products, technology and heritage.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
A 23-year-old man who pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise in connection with a Metro Detroit vehicle theft operation that Michigan officials called "prolific" has been sentenced, according to online court records.
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.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
A major weekend in Ann Arbor as fans gear up to see country music star Morgan Wallen take over the University of Michigan Big House stadium on Friday and Saturday.
Kevin McGonigle drove in three runs, Drew Anderson tossed four innings of one-run ball in his fourth start of the year, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-4.
The Arab American Civil Rights League has filed a lawsuit against the federal government and military contractors on behalf of citizens impacted by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon.
The FDA has long fallen short of legally required inspection targets, and foreign inspections fell further last year amid agency layoffs.
No winning tickets were sold for Monday night's $905 million Powerball jackpot, so the estimated grand prize for Wednesday's drawing will be at least $1 billion, Powerball says.
The recalled products with jalapeño were distributed at national retailers, including Walmart, Target and Trader Joe's, in 26 states.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The fungus can live on surfaces, move from person to person and, in some cases, resist the drugs used to treat it. For people who are already sick, the fungus can become life-threatening and, in some cases, fatal.
State and federal health officials say cyclosporiasis cases are slowing down, and contaminated lettuce is no longer on the market.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says it has counted 12,218 cyclosporiasis cases in the state as of Aug. 5.
Despite more than 11,500 cyclosporiasis cases statewide, Michigan health officials say residents should continue eating fresh produce and follow washing and handling steps to reduce their risk of illness.
Kevin McGonigle drove in three runs, Drew Anderson tossed four innings of one-run ball in his fourth start of the year, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-4.
The Detroit Lions will be without starting center Cade Mays for a "significant" amount of time after the free agent addition suffered a wrist injury.
Hao-Yu Lee drove in the go-ahead run in the 10th inning with a pinch-hit single and the Detroit Tigers beat the San Francisco Giants 3-1 in the rubber game of their series.
The Detroit Lions are signing veteran quarterback Josh Dobbs, according to NFL media. The move comes after the team placed QB Teddy Bridgewater on the reserved/retired list on Sunday.
Detroit Lions Pro Bowl running back Jahmyr Gibbs finally got what he wanted. A record-setting contract brought financial security, but for Gibbs, it also ended an anxious wait that had kept him off the practice field.
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 Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
The Back To School Festival at Greater Grace Temple in Detroit gave the students free eye exams, dental care, vaccines and sports physicals.
While a few showers and some smaller storms are possible on Wednesday, the rain potential dries up to wrap up the week.
The University of Michigan has officially picked the site for a new controversial data center.
Hundreds of Dearborn residents gathered in Edison Park on Tuesday to seek clarity from their mayor. They're concerned that a future project would remove several trees, while others say the project is needed to prevent future flooding.
A 13-year-old boy who was wanted by Detroit police for allegedly shooting his father on Tuesday was taken into custody in Ohio hours after fleeing.