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Every day 944 house fires occur in the United States. Fires in the home are common and can spread quickly once they start, causing substantial structural, physical and emotional damage.

My Michigan State University story starts in the summer of 2022, when I was a third-year math major at Virginia Tech, curious about how computer science could be applied in the real world. A friend from MSU recommended I apply to the Engineering Summer Undergraduate Research Experience program and that’s how I found myself in East Lansing that May.

For consumers worried about the risks associated with using lithium-ion batteries —which are used in everything from phones to laptops to electric vehicles — Michigan State University has discovered that a natural material found in wood can improve battery safety while also improving the battery’s life.

Ten undergraduate students from around the country are having an immersive research experience this summer at Michigan State University (MSU) College of Engineering to prepare them for the rapidly evolving semiconductor industry.

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Michigan’s proximity to the Great Lakes provides access to roughly 20% of the world’s surface fresh water. From agriculture to tourism, water is a key driver of the state’s economy and the well-being of its residents – making protection of this resource a major priority.

Some of the most impactful technologies often aren’t the ones you see. They seamlessly make their way into our day, making life safer, healthier and more sustainable.

The 2025 Engineering Graduate Research Symposium (opens in new window)at Michigan State University (MSU) is set for Thursday, May 8, in the Engineering Building. The 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. event showcases the work of graduate students from across all college units. It is free and open to the public.

Michigan State University’s Innovation Center hosted the highly anticipated 2025 Innovation Celebration on April 1 at the Kellogg Center, honoring the trailblazers advancing research, entrepreneurship, and economic development in the region and beyond. Two College of Engineering faculty members and a student entrepreneurial team were recognized.