Fate of the Earth Symposium Recap
The Fate of the Earth: Our Waters Symposium, hosted by MSU’s Environmental Science and Policy Program, WaterCube NRT and the MSU Water Alliance, took place at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center on March 20-21, 2025.
Couldn’t make it? Here’s what happened...
Couldn’t make it? Here’s what happened...
Delisa scholars making waves in water research
The Robert J. Delisa Scholarship Fund provides financial support to College of Agriculture & Natural Resources (CANR) undergraduate and graduate students interested in water research and environmental sustainability. Four former Delisa Scholarship recipients comment on how they heard about the award, how it has allowed them to further their water research, and what motivates them to tackle such a complex issue as water.
MSU researchers, community leaders address arsenic in rice and other issues of food safety
A popular whole grain, brown rice is often presented as a healthy alternative to white rice because of its nutrients, vitamins and fiber. But research from MSU College of Agriculture & Natural Resources (CANR) faculty members Felicia Wu and Christian Kelly Scott is calling the health benefits of brown rice into question.
Water experts weigh in at Fate of the Earth Symposium
The Water Alliance sat down with Claire Chase and Annalise Blum to discuss their interests in environmental and water-related work and the most pressing water challenges for the next 10-15 years. Blum offered advice for scientists or students wanting to work with agencies, while Chase provided guidance for upcoming scientists working in development.
MSU Researchers Create Guide for Water User Committees
Back in 2008, a law under the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act authorized high-capacity water users, or those using 100,000 gallons of water or more a day, in Michigan to form Water User Committees (WUC) that would work together with the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) to create withdrawal requests, make collaborative management decisions, and develop shared water-use solutions that prevent or resolve water use conflicts and adverse resource impacts.
NEW REPORT EXPLORES THE LONG-TERM COSTS OF RELYING ON INSTITUTIONAL CONTROLS IN RESPONDING TO GROUNDWATER CONTAMINATION
A team of researchers and policy advisors from MSU's IWR and FLOW published a new report with funding from EGLE to estimate the costs of utilizing institutional controls for groundwater management in Michigan.
How MSU's Research Powers Michigan's Economy and Future
A top global public research university, MSU has built a research enterprise that reaches every part of Michigan, driving the state’s economy and contributing to a stronger, healthier present and future.
Climate and environment at issue in upcoming election: MSU experts can comment
MSU experts can comment on policies and issues impacting the environment that will be influenced by the Nov. 5 election.
Uncovering new insights into shoreline impacts of Great Lakes ice
Researchers are using drones, phones and a cryogenic wave tank to learn more about freshwater coasts.
MSU researchers turn the tide for safer, healthier water
In a world that feels unpredictable, Michigan State University is meeting the moment by creating practical climate solutions today that will ensure a more sustainable and secure future.
MSU researchers to explore climate change solutions based on Indigenous knowledge in new NSF grant
The team from MSU will map the current and future costs of energy transition on the health, well-being, and livelihoods of traditional peoples while identifying Indigenous innovations and actions that enhance food-water-energy security for these regions.
Ask the expert: Using Detroit's wastewater as a public health tool
Dr. Irene Xagoraraki, professor of civil and environmental engineering at Michigan State University, had been exploring wastewater’s promise as a public health tool years before anyone had heard of SARS-CoV-2.