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About the Journal
We are a student-run, non-technical research journal. Our mission is to build connections between undergraduate, graduate students, and the public, as well as among the different academic disciplines,...
Read more...Getting Involved in Research
This article covers the different ways to become involved in research, the different options for summer research, talks about how you will be compensated, and finishes with the benefits of doing research.
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Vegetarianism and the Environment: the Need for Sustainable Diets
Along with the current trend of eating “organic” and “local” foods, one of the hot topics that has sparked debate among scholars and bloggers alike is the question of whether or not being a vegetarian affects the environment. Those who believe that vegetarianism has a positive effect on the environment argue that the massive production of animal products for human consumption can lead to land degradation, water and air pollution, and even a change in climate. Academic res...
Read more...Research Perspectives: An Interview with Dr. Kathleen Nolta
Dr. Kathleen Nolta is a Senior Lecturer here at the University of Michigan. She received her B.A. from Michigan in CMB and Chemistry and her Ph.D from University of Chicago in Biochemistry. Dr. Nolta currently teaches Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry courses.Read more...
Interview with Professor George Estabrook
George Estabrook is a professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, focused in plant ecology and systematics. In LS&A, he taught Biology 102, 105, and EEB 180. He is currently on sabbatical in Portugal studying traditional farming methods.
Read more...Interview with the Assistant Dean of Admissions of the UM Medical School: Steven Gay M.D., M.S
Steven Gay is the Assistant Dean for Admissions of the UM Medical School. In addition to this title, he is also the Director of Critical Care Support Services, and Director of Bronchoscopic Services.
Read more...An Interview with the Dean of Public Health
Dr. Ken Warner has been Dean of the UM School of Public Health since 2005. He stumbled upon Public Health from a background in Economics, and his research since that career move has focused on preventing disease and promoting health through economic and policy measures with a focus on tobacco policy. He also worked to initiate and currently teaches the first and only undergraduate Public Health course (HMP 200: Introduction to Public Health).
Read more...The Role of Prostaglandins in Disease and Infection: David Aronoff M.D.
David Aronoff is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine who specializes in infectious diseases. In general, his research focuses on the regulation of the immune system by prostaglandins. He has a special interest in the bacterial infections of the lung and reproductive tract.