Tag: Michican Public
Michigan scientists concerned about proposed rule to politically control research funding
A new rule proposed by the White House’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) would fundamentally change the way that federal funding is managed for scientific research — but for now, the Senate has blocked it.
Belle Isle Bee Fest educates public on pollination, environment
Michigan Bee Fest educated public audiences on bee conservation and pollination.
Michigan set to buy nearly 4,500 acres in Keweenaw Peninsula for conservation, recreation
The state of Michigan is set to start phase one of two of a land acquisition in the Keweenaw Peninsula. The Department of Natural Resources said the plan will help protect the state’s natural resources.
DTE-funded group sues Ann Arbor after it approves November ballot question for city-owned utility
The city of Ann Arbor, and its clerk, Jacqueline Beaudry, are being sued by a DTE Energy-funded group over Beaudry’s certification of petitions to place a ballot question on the November ballot and begin the process of creating a city-owned electric utility.
MSU researchers working to increase algae growth for use in products
Algae can be used for sustainable products but there has to be a lot of it — enough biomass — to make that work. Researchers at Michigan State University say they have developed a way to increase growth.