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March 28, 2025

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This election is recognition for her important research in environmental microbiology as well as her leadership in the field.

A graphic promoting the MSU SciFest STEAM Expo Days World of Plants room. The graphic has a magenta background and features images around the border of plants, seeds, soil, a microscope, and other scientific equipment. There is a white circle in the center containing the following text, Michigan State University Science Festival STEAM Expo Weekend, April 5-6, 2025. Explore the World of Plants, 17 plant science booths for all ages, STEM Teaching and Learning Facility, room 2202.

March 24, 2025

MSU Plant Science Community showcases 'The World of Plants' at STEAM Expo Days

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Plant scientists from labs and research groups across MSU will present 'The World of Plants,' a showcase featuring 17 unique booths dedicated to different aspects of plant science, at the 2025 SciFest STEAM Expo Days.

March 11, 2025

Dr. Alexander Mela

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microbiology

Dr. Mela is an MGI Instructor. These are his answers to the Micro Biography questions.

A close-up of a beam-splitter cube among the Harel Group’s laser instrumentation. Using short pulses of light, Harel can produce a molecular movie that captures the vibrational motion of a biological object based off its “sound.”

February 12, 2025

MSU Expert: Using light to hear biology

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MSU researchers have developed a technique called BioSonic spectroscopy, using light to study the “sound” of viruses, providing new insights into nanoscale biological motion and potential applications for future pandemic preparedness.

Morgan Clark smiles at the camera. She has long brown hair and is wearing a short-sleeved black shirt, yellow earrings, and green glasses.

February 6, 2025

Morgen Clark

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microbiology

Morgen Clark is an MGI graduate student. These are her answers to the Micro Biography questions.

Lexi Vu is standing in a laboratory setting, smiling at the camera. She is wearing a white lab coat over a gray shirt. Behind her, a shelf is lined with various laboratory supplies, including bottles and containers in different colors, suggesting a well-equipped lab environment. There are sticky notes attached to the shelves, adding a touch of organization and personalization. The overall atmosphere is bright and professional.

February 3, 2025

Carving a pathway to understanding HPV-induced cancer treatment

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mgi, microbiology

MSU graduate student Lexi Vu has received a prestigious NIH fellowship to support her work investigating how HPV-induced head and neck cancer cells evade the immune system. Vu's research aims to uncover the mechanisms behind immune receptor disruption, bringing hope for more effective and less invasive cancer therapies.