Research & News

• Plug-in hybrids that pay
  New plug-in hybrids may be equipped to store—and resell—excess renewable energy. More More
• Microsoft leader illustrates technology's future
  Craig Mundie, Microsoft's chief research and strategy officer, visited North Campus to illustrate and discuss prototypes of future technologies. More More
• Students create space-weather satellite
  For the first time, a group of U-M students will help design and build a free-flying, space-weather satellite. More
• No more computer bugs?
  Researchers have built a virtual fence that protects computer chips against invisible bugs. More

Bits - Brief Items

• U-M ranks third in print, electronic media coverage
  The Global Language Monitor ranks U-M third among Ivies, other privates and top public universities in media appearances. More
• Space Physics Research Lab celebrates 60 years of achievement
  The Space Physics Research Lab, in the Department of Atmospheric, Oceanic and Space Sciences, celebrated its 60th anniversary with a two-day focus on the future of space science education and research. More

Alumni & Giving

• Tax break extended for charitable IRAs
  The financial crisis rescue package has extended your opportunity to make outright gifts using IRA funds without tax complications. More