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One of Michigan State University’s most significant medical breakthroughs happened somewhat by chance when researchers discovered the cancer-fighting properties of platinum in 1965. This led to the breakthrough creation of cisplatin, one of the world’s most widely used cancer-fighting drugs that continues to change lives to this day.

When an art education student at Michigan State University, was paired with an OCAD University student from Toronto, for a unique cross-border art project, they noticed how much they had in common despite being separated by an international border.

As returning Spartans know, your time here goes by faster than you think it will. Don’t forget to pause and appreciate the moments — big and small. Someday you’ll miss it all.

MSU study calls for more than 66,600 new EV chargers around the state: Michigan needs about $998 million worth of new electric vehicle chargers around the state to meet current and future demand for EV drivers, a study by Michigan State University researchers found.

Former K-9 Maple is busy as a bee sniffing out threats to Michigan State University colonies: Researchers at MSU facility dedicated to protecting honey bees are enlisting a four-legged ally to sniff out danger to the prized pollinators.

Books better than digital games for teaching kids ABCs, MSU study findsWhen it comes to teaching early literacy skills to preschoolers, cracking open a book appears to be much more effective than powering up a digital learning game, according to a new study by Michigan State University researchers.

MSU used an inclusive and comprehensive strategic planning process to create a shared vision for the future and a common set of principles and values to guide our work.

Michigan State University and partners across the state work to create a stronger, healthier, more prosperous tomorrow — for Michigan and the world.

The RVSM Strategic Plan stems from work by leading researchers and experts in the field to develop a plan for survivor services, prevention efforts, and climate and culture change initiatives.