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Undergraduate Research at Michigan State

Undergraduate Research at MSU is your time to explore. It’s your time to find your passions and new areas of interest. It’s your time to start making your mark.

In joining Undergraduate Research at MSU, you’re joining an exhilarating, collaborative culture dedicated to creativity, experimentation, and discovery.

What exactly is research?

Research is conducted in every academic discipline, and it takes multiple forms. Historians sift through archives, anthropologists perform studies in the field, physicists work in laboratories, artists paint in studios, and filmmakers shoot, view, and assemble footage into films.

At its base, research is any scholarly or creative activity that leads to new knowledge, improves our ability to solve problems, or results in new theory, art, or artistic performances.

As one of the top 100 most innovative universities in the country, there is no place more exciting to conduct research than at Michigan State University.

What about undergraduate research specifically?

In undergraduate research at MSU, you’ll collaborate with a research mentor and potentially other students. Your mentor will guide you through your research journey as you absorb new knowledge, improve your problem solving skills, and tackle interactive, discovery-based experiences.

You’ll be introduced to the ever-evolving world of academic research and learn the numerous components involved in the process. As you progress further into your research journey, your knowledge base will grow deeper and your research contributions will grow larger.

Undergraduate research provides a unique channel for exploring your particular academic discipline that you just can’t get in the classroom. You’ll engage with material on a deeper level and refine your knowledge in practical applications. Books are great, but the fun lies in doing.

Your course load and schedule will determine the hours per week you spend researching. Depending on your time commitments and how long you engage in undergraduate research, you might not be able to make an original research contribution. But you will discover exciting new things about your academic area of interest that may very well shape the professional path you take in the future.

Benefits of undergraduate research

75% of undergraduate researchers are juniors or seniors (or upper level students)

62% of undergraduate researchers identify as women

22% of undergraduate researches are first-generation students (the first in their families to attend college)

Students that engage in undergraduate research…

• Develop enhanced analytical skills
• Improve their oral and written communication abilities
• Have increased self-confidence
• Identify a career focus
• Are more likely to graduate
• Enjoy a more fulfilling undergraduate experience

Undergraduate research experience can be critical for students looking to pursue graduate education and research. Letters of recommendation written by professors support your character and knowledge-base as you submit job and post-graduate applications.

Building trusted relationships with your professors and research mentors is invaluable. They become lifelong allies, and you never know what doors they may open down the road.

Featured Student Spotlight

Take a look at the work our undergraduate students have accomplished. These are just some examples of what research will look like for you at Michigan State University. View more of students’ work.

Grant Bruninga

Ladymar Rodriguez-Torres

Phillip Norshar Buckman

Lillian Bieszke

Sydney Logsdon

Mariam Shahab

Christina Xenos

Abigail Perrien

Shahad Nasir

Lauren Murray

Maya Salamey

2024 Mid-Michigan Symposium for Undergraduate Research Experiences (Mid-SURE)

Michigan State's summer research event for MSU undergraduate students, visiting students, and undergraduates from regional institutions.

2025 UURAF Awards Ceremony

The University Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum (UURAF) awards ceremony recognizes outstanding UURAF presenters.

2026 UURAF Awards Ceremony

The University Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum (UURAF) awards ceremony recognizes outstanding UURAF presenters. Join us to celebrate award recipients on their achievement!

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Undergraduate students in the College of Education are highly encouraged to participate in research as assistants to faculty-led projects. These experiences expose students to the methods for collecting and analyzing data and often motivate them to employ research findings in their chosen fields or to pursue graduate school.

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• Check out the overview of current research in the Department of Chemistry. Identify a few projects that interest you, and then contact the faculty member(s) conducting the research.
• Ask your chemistry course instructor about their research or research in general in the Department of Chemistry.
• Talk with Dr. Onchiri or Prof. Posey about your interests. They can assist you in identifying faculty who are conducting research that aligns with your interests.

Research participation is by arrangement with a faculty member. You can receive course credit for participating in research by enrolling in CEM 420 – Independent Research or CEM 400H – Honors Work. An override is required to enroll in CEM 420 or CEM 400H. You must complete an independent study application before an override will be entered. It is also possible to do research without enrolling in a course.

Current Opportunities

• Electrochemistry of diamond and diamond-like carbon materials.
• Structure and anti-corrosion properties of inorganic conversion coatings for aerospace aluminum alloys.
• Analytical assays for biological and environmental analytes using flow injection analysis with electrochemical detection.
• Research on how students learn chemistry and how we can assess their understanding.
• Total absorption spectroscopy of short-lived neutron-rcih Zn isotopes.
• Multiple interaction detection in a light emitting scintillator.
• Electromagnetic transitions rates in neutron-rich Mo isotopes.
• Experimental light distribution from isomeric nuclear configurations.
• Femtosecond time resolved mass spectrometry—figuring out how molecules fragment.
• Using ultrafast laser spectroscopy for chemical/biological sensing.
• Tailoring ultrashort laser pulses to control chemistry.
• Computer simulations.
• Quantum mechanical studies of transition metal and heavy element chemistry – physical chemistry.
• Environmental chemistry - geochemistry.
• Software development/machine learning (variety of projects including quantum dynamics, quantum mechanics).
• Protein-ligand interactions – drug design, environmental impact of contaminants.
• Complex electronic structure of heavy elements.
• Programming for real-time data acquisition at extreme speeds (C++, LabView, and/or Python).
• Detecting contaminants in biopharmaceuticals using AI-assisted coherent spectroscopy.
• Super-resolution remote imaging at large distances.
• Automated spectral-temporal-spatial analysis of quantum dots and other nanoparticles.
• Novel methods for organometallic synthesis and catalysis. Students who have had or are currently taking organic chemistry preferred

Research-related Scholarship Opportunities

• CNS Undergraduate Research Scholarships (MSU College of Natural Science, awarded for Fall, Spring, & Summer semesters).
• Dean’s Research Scholars Program (MSU College of Natural Science, application deadline early March).
• Goldwater Scholarship (National, requires nomination by MSU).
• Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transforming(SMART) Scholarship-for-Service Program (US Department of Defense).

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• College of Natural Science Undergraduate Research Information .
• MSU Undergraduate Research Database .

Summer is an ideal time to pursue an undergraduate research experience, as students may not be taking classes and can devote more time to research. Summer research opportunities are available at MSU as well as off campus. The opportunities listed below are mostly off campus opportunities. Carefully review each positing and note deadlines that often fall in late January through early March prior to the summer.

Cultural Vistas Program

This internship and work abroad opportunity allow students and professionals to develop the expanding set of competencies demanded in today’s global economy through sustained immersion in a foreign country.

Finding a Summer Research Opportunity

National science foundation (nsf) funded research experiences for undergraduates (reu).

Search for a research experience funded by the NSF. REU sites are located throughout the US and the world.

National Summer Research Opportunities

Opportunities for international students, pathways to science.

Programs and professional development resources for current and prospective undergraduate students -- research experiences for undergraduates (REU), scholarships, and travel and research opportunities.

STEM and Healthcare Summer Research Opportunities Guide

Includes a range of summer research programs meant to enhance the educational experiences of undergraduate students. Provides insights on how to find and apply for these opportunities and support students in gaining practical skills and knowledge.

Summer Research Opportunities at MSU for Current Students

Summer undergraduate research opportunities from msu psychology department, kellogg biological station (kbs) summer programs.

The Kellogg Biological Station (KBS) URA is a part-time paid research position to work with a KBS lab/research group. Includes a full room & board scholarship! No prior research experience is required.

BRUSH Undergraduate Summer Research Program

BRUSH (Biomedical Research for University Students in Health Sciences) is a vibrant summer program that focuses on experiential learning as well as community building and professional development. Applications are due February 12.

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Undergraduate research changes lives. 

For a growing number of Spartans, undergraduate research is a defining experience in their college career. Hands-on research enhances learning and critical thinking, empowers students to apply new knowledge to their studies and helps them prepare for graduation and beyond. 

MSU is a national leader in undergraduate research opportunities, where students can collaborate with world-renowned researchers. Hundreds of individual and group research options are available at MSU in every college and offer unique opportunities for faculty-student collaboration on in-depth academic projects, all while students experience learning in exciting new ways.

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The Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) is a gateway to graduate education at Michigan State University (MSU). The goal of the program is to increase the number of domestic undergraduate students who pursue graduate study and careers in teaching and research at colleges and universities. MSU SROP helps prepare undergraduate students for graduate study through intensive research experiences with faculty mentors and academic enrichment activities.

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The Center for Statistical Training and Consulting (CSTAT) is a professional service and research unit at Michigan State University. Our aim is to support research and provide training and consulting in statistics for faculty, staff and graduate students through one-on-one consulting and training workshops. We also provide statistical consulting to non-MSU clients for a fee.

Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching, and Learning (CIRTL)

MSU graduate students, postdocs, and faculty can participate in discussions and programs associated with teaching and learning by engaging with the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching, and Learning (CIRTL). CIRTL is an NSF-funded, national network of 22 universities collaborating to enhance the preparation of future educators in science-based disciplines. Local and network-wide opportunities for coursework, workshops, and exchanges are available throughout the academic year. To participate go to: https://cirtl.net/ .

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The goal of the Responsible and Ethical Conduct of Research (RECR) education program is to prepare graduate students to become globally-engaged citizen leaders. Central to achieving this goal is the ability to conduct research, scholarship and creative activity using proper practices in a discipline with the highest ethical standards. Together with the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation, The Graduate School coordinates an education program that is required of all graduate and graduate-professional students. The education program consists of a series of discussion-based workshops that highlight key topics in research integrity and emphasize the importance and expectation of research and scholarly integrity in all disciplines. For more information, visit: grad.msu.edu/recr/ .

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The Office of the Senior Vice President for Research and Innovation, in concert with the Office of the Provost, is responsible for recruiting outstanding faculty through MSU's Global Impact Initiative, and maintaining synergy between research and creative scholarship and the education of graduate students through The Graduate School. 

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A position is available immediately for a highly self-motivated Research Associate with experience in molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and structure biology to work in the laboratories of Robert Hausinger and Jian Hu.

The position is associated with an NIH-funded project to characterize enzymes that synthesize and use the recently discovered nickel-pincer nucleotide cofactor.

We seek an excellent scientist with hands-on training in molecular biology, protein expression/purification, and, ideally, structure determination by x-ray crystallography.

This is a full-time, 12-month fixed-term position with reappointment contingent on satisfactory performance and available funding.          

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

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Minimum requirements.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology, or other field closely related to protein structure and enzyme characterization.

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The successful applicant will have demonstrated skills in molecular biology and protein purification. Experience in structure characterization is highly preferred.

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Please submit a CV and three references.

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Some projects require working with acrylamide, organic solvents, or flammables (e.g., phenol chloroform, ethanol).

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• Check the Undergraduate Research Office’s Events calendar for upcoming undergraduate research workshops

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FRIB employs undergraduate students in the following positions in accordance to the  MSU Student Job Description Catalog : 

• Provide clerical support to an academic or administrative department. 
• Provide IT support such as helpdesk, programming, or application development.
• Provide labor and clerical support for the laboratory. 
• Provide media and communications support such as assisting in the creation and editing of content intended for internal and external audiences.   
• Support a research group by conducting research, performing measurements, and recording data.  
• Provide technical support by assisting in the design, development, fabrication, assembly, operation and/or maintenance within the laboratory.

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• Must be in active student status with current or future class enrollments with MSU. 
• Must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the position description/job posting. 
• For some opportunities, it may be required to meet citizenship and/or have the ability to work with export-controlled technology. 

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FRIB offers paid and unpaid opportunities for undergraduate students to build their knowledge, skills, and abilities in their field of study. For more information, visit the undergraduate student opportunities page.

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FRIB provides a meaningful learning experiences in science, business, and the trades to approximately 100 undergraduate students. As part of their research and learning experience at FRIB, undergraduate students at FRIB will receive mentoring from a team of highly skilled and professional staff and have opportunities to hone and develop their skills. Students work both independently and as part of a team. FRIB is an environment that offers flexible schedules to support school and work, personal enrichment, and social-engagement outlets. 

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For more information regarding employment, contact  FRIB Human Resources . For more FRIB news and employment updates,  follow FRIB on LinkedIn .

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Purpose The Student Research Assistant will conduct research within the Research Nazarewicz Group. Major Duties/Responsibilities Assist in conducting research within the Research Nazarewicz Group Carry out theoretical computations. Analyze the results. Write reports and/or present data. Attend weekly meetings. conferences. meetings and workshops as requested. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities General knowledge of nuclear physics/computational methods Ability to analyze verbal or …

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As a Student Labor Assistant I, you will perform routine building maintenance items such as: Performs custodial duties such as vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, bathroom cleaning and window cleaning. Transfers appliances and other furniture where necessary. Moves classroom and office furniture for cleaning floors; empties office, laboratory and classroom wastebaskets. Operates cars and trucks for the purpose of delivering supplies and driving staff or guests of the University. Responsible for checking the condition and reporting the need for service of the …

Purpose The Student Research Assistant will conduct research within the Experimental Nuclear Astrophysics Group. Major Duties/Responsibilities Assist in conducting research within the Experimental Nuclear Astrophysics Group Assist in the assembly, maintenance, and/or operation of laboratory or experimental equipment. Assist in performing experiments. Collect and analyze data and create code. Prepare statistical tabulations. Write reports and/or present data. Attend weekly meetings, conferences, meetings and workshops as requested . Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope …

Video Production Assistant (MSU IT Educational Technology)

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The Video Production Assistant is a part of the MSU IT Educational Technology group. This position will assist and, in some instances, take the lead on, various video projects related to the goals of the MSU Instructional Technology Team. These projects can take many forms, but may include video interviews, lecture capture, video content for MSU courses and research projects, field recording, and short and long form advertising. Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities 40% This job will involve working with …

Learning and Development Training Assistant

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About this Job This position will work closely with the Infrastructure Planning and Facilities (IPF) Learning and Development team to support the learning of IPF employees. This includes, but is not limited to, assisting with the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of team programs and projects. Applicants should have completed coursework or have experience in training/teaching facilitation, active listening, data entry, and use of technologies including mobile devices (especially Apple), Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc. This posting is to …

Events Bartender (Kellogg)

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MSU Recycling Student Assistant

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MSU Recycling is seeking Student Recycling Assistants to process recyclable material from campus locations and the public recycling drop off. Occasional waste diversion projects to keep recyclable material from landfill. We use the latest technology to sort material, including a robotic sorter. We are looking for summer help, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 7am-3:30pm. Some additional work may be available. Your nights and weekends are free although we do have some event-based work students can sign up for if they so …

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Lifeguards are responsible for monitoring Recreational Sports and Fitness Services aquatic programs and activities. Lifeguards will be expected to achieve a current American Red Cross or national recognized Lifeguarding/First Aid and CPR/AED certification. Further, they are to comply with all the policies and procedures of the Recreational Sports and Fitness Services Department. Lifeguards will be under the general authority of the Aquatics Director and the Recreational Sports and Fitness Services Department. Ultimately, a Lifeguard will report to their Guard Supervisor …

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Work for one of Michigan State University’s largest student organizations! Impact 89FM is seeking a Station Manager. This is a leadership position in the organization, helping to oversee a paid staff of approximately 90 students and a volunteer staff of approximately 200 students. Applicants must be current undergraduate or graduate students at Michigan State University. YOU MUST BE AN MSU STUDENT, AND NOT GRADUATING UNTIL AT LEAST DECEMBER OF 2024. Basic Qualifications: Must be a student at Michigan State University. …

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April 12, 2024

Undergraduates present research at 2024 University Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum

On Friday, April 12, 11 economics majors presented their research at the 2024 University Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum (UURAF) at the Breslin Center.  UURAF provides Michigan State University undergraduate students with an opportunity to showcase their scholarship and creative activity. Held each spring, UURAF brings together an intellectual community of undergraduate students to share their work with faculty, staff, peers, and external audiences. Participants gain experience in presenting their research, answer questions about their work from audience members and guests and receive constructive feedback from judges . Saanvi Dadwal , Ethan Fick, Jiayi Gu, Mason Hambley, Sumaiya Imad, Aria Muchhal, Johnny Myall, Emma Nicolaysen, Denis Selyuzhitsky , Jalan Shrishti and Alayna Tisch represented majors from the MSU Department of Economics.

Saanvi Dadwal presented her research, “Research Institute for Structural Change: Intersectional Feminism and the Economy,” investigating how our c urrent laws do or do not provide protection for diverse communities.

Saanvi Dadwal presenting her research at UURAF.

“My research looked at intersectional discrimination and how that affected income patterns in our economy . As somebody who hopes to go to law school, I analyzed the prior legal case precedents and realized that although there were protections for marginalized communities , statistical disparities still persist , especially when we compound different intersecting identities.

Ethan Fick presented his research, “ Effects of PPP Loans on Unemployment during COVID-19 Pandemic,” on whether or not the Paycheck Protection Program loans the government adopted helped small businesses as they intended.

“ What I found was that there was a statistically an d economically insignificant effect of the PPP loans, and I’ve hypothesized that’s due to fraud. One of the things that I takeaway is that there should be better manpower , vetting procedures  and infrastructure for the program ,” Fick said.

Jiayi Jennifer  Gu presented her research, “Elite Advantage: Examining the Concentration Trends in Academic Innovation,” on investigating the lack of diversity in research published by elite journals.

Jiayi Jennifer Gu presenting her research at UURAF.

“ Our goal is to suggest policies that create a more inclusive academic world. We argue for a wider range of voices and innovations to enhance the quality of research in economic growth. Our findings highlight the positive  effect of diverse innovation on economic development ,” Gu said.

Mason Hambley presented his research, “Dumping More Chunks,” with the goal of understanding what helped to motivate students to recycle pizza boxes.

Mason Hambley presenting his research at UURAF.

“ Overall , w e saw a decrease in recycling over the three periods , which isn’t exactly what we hoped to see. We thought at minimum they would stay at the base rate of recycling. Clearly there was some other factor that changed consumer behavior. Overall, the main takeaway is that changing consumer behavior isn't as simple as just putting a stamp on the box ,” Hambley said.

Sumaiya Imad presented her research, “Analyzing the Reach and Extent of Co-Production in Psychosis Research Across the Globe,” on X.

Sumaiya Imad (left) present ing her research at UURAF.

“ The sample of papers explicitly used co-production in participatory research . We gave each of them a rating from 1-7, at the lowest, for 1 – it was no community involvement, where the people who are supposed to be a part of the co-production, the people with lived experience and who were supposed to be involved in the study had no involvement, so it was irrelevant ; the rating 7 where the people in the community owned the research and led the research , so essentially, they came up with the ideas about how to move forward with the study design, etc., ” Imad said.

They found that only 6.9% of their study samples achieved a 7, so there is room for research studies to grow in co-production.

Aria Muchhal a double major with  genomics and molecular genetics presented her research, “ Sexual Dimorphism in Lupus Mediated by Xist RNA .” Muchhal received first place in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics category.

In addition to his economics studies, Johnny Myall wa s interested in learning more about anthropology this semester and worked with Gabe Robel , Ph.D. in the MSU Department of Anthropology to research “ Using a Bone Profile to Bring to Light the Lives of Past Humans .”

Emma Nicolaysen, double major with neuroscience , presented her research, “ Navigating the Sy s tem: Health Literacy and Barriers to Accessible Healthcare Among Michigan’s Elderly Population .” For her research, she received first place in the diversity and interdisciplinary studies category .

Denis Selyuzhitsky and Jalan Shrishti present ed their research, “ The Clean Conscience Initiative, ” a multi-year study to first understand what type of messaging will help MSU students conserve water , and then to see what happens when they implement it.

Denis Selyuzhitsky ( right) and Jalan Shrishti (middle) present ing their research at UURAF.

“ We did a study to see how students look at reducing shower times. In general, it seems they don’t pay attention to how long they take a shower, but we saw a lot of compliance with people in the community which showed that normative messaging should be very effective here, ” Selyuzhitsky said.

“In the future, 2024, we will have messaging that looks like this in ths shower stalls to see if our messaging which relates to community and engages students will help to reduce student water uses,” Shrishti said.

Alayna Tisch presented her research, “Determinants of Body Image,” on whether red meat consumption would influence a person’s satisfaction with their body.

Alayna Tisch presents her research project at UURAF.

“ As a result of our project we found that the correlation and BMI score and our measure of body image was sta tistically significant and negatively correlated, indicating that higher levels of BMI were associated with lover levels of body image satisfaction , we found that diet type and the decision whether or not to consume red meat. But some factors that were associated with body satisfaction were strong political beliefs, marriage status, and higher levels of education .”

Tisch received first place in the nutrition and food science category.

The MSU Department of Economics is extremely proud of their undergraduate students’ dedication to research and real-world impact.

To explore if majoring i n economics might be the right fit for you, visit https://econ.msu.edu/academics/undergraduate/why-econ .

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Spartan family’s generosity brings genetic autism expert to msu.

April 25, 2024

Genetic autism expert recruited to Grand Rapids as the Mall Family professor

A $2 million investment at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine by the Mall Family Foundation has empowered the recruitment of genetic autism research expert Lucas Pozzo-Miller, PhD, to MSU as the inaugural Mall Family Endowed Professor in Genetic Autism Research.

“The Mall family’s commitment to advancing and treating genetic autism has helped us to successfully recruit one of the nation’s top experts to MSU with the magnet of endowed funding,” said MSU College of Human Medicine Dean Aron Sousa, MD. “The innovations we anticipate seeing will surely advance human health, and we are incredibly excited at the research possibilities.”

The Mall Family Foundation was formed in 2007 to support a wide variety of education, community and health-related nonprofits, and for more than a decade, has been an essential partner in supporting MSU genetic autism research. The Mall’s grandson was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder in 2003, which has served as a deep personal motivation for making MSU funding commitments.

“We are so excited at the research possibilities, and with Dr. Pozzo-Miller being right here in Grand Rapids, we feel incredibly hopeful,” Tom Mall said. “The recent advances employed by MSU’s research team in big data, AI technology, and genetic editing using CRISPR technology brings us more confidence that autism can be conquered.”

Autism or autism spectrum disorder, also known as idiopathic non-syndromic autism, is a complex brain development disorder that affects a person’s behavior, and their social and communication skills. There is no known single cause of idiopathic autism, current scientific knowledge points to complex interactions between genetic susceptibilities with toxic environmental exposures.

When deciding to come to MSU from UAB, Pozzo-Miller says his number one reason was joining the MSU research team in Grand Rapids—a skilled team of developmental neuroscience researchers (Dan Campbell, Dan Vogt, Barbara Thompson, Michael Williams and Jeff MacKeigan) plus disease expert Andre Bachmann, PhD, who discovered in 2022 that repurposing an existing prescription drug could successfully treat a rare genetic disorder—and accessing partnerships with the Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital; the knowledge and technical capacity at the Van Andel Institute; and MSU’s nationally-recognized centers of excellence in neuroscience research.

Right now, there is no cure for idiopathic autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and the disorder is common — 1 in 36 (2.8%) 8-year-old children have been identified with autism spectrum disorder according to the CDC .

“There are complex factors leading to an autism diagnosis, and as one of the leading autism research departments in the country, we are collectively working to share accurate, fact-based information with the autism community,” said MSU Department of Pediatrics Chair Keith English, MD. “We also know that repurposing drugs saves precious time and money, making it possible to arrive at solutions much faster.”

This convergence of knowledge, partnerships and philanthropy uniquely positions the College of Human Medicine to positively impact genetic autism research. Other MSU assets include the college’s statewide partnerships with 13 community hospitals, and a national database housed at MSU containing over 30 years of data.

 Watch the Q&A with Dr. Pozzo-Miller on Autism Research

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To learn more about genetic autism research at MSU, please contact the MSU College of Human Medicine Office of Advancement at [email protected] .

By Sarah Enlow

Associate Dean for Research and Executive Programs (INTERNAL RECRUITMENT ONLY)

Apply now Job no: 507605 Position type: Full-Time 12-Month Department: 041000 - Graduate Studies in Business Location: Main Campus - Starkville, MS Categories: Faculty Position Open Date: Apr 23 2024

Position Function:

This leadership position plays a pivotal role in advancing the academic and research agenda of the College of Business. The associate dean will be responsible for providing strategic direction, program development, and operational oversight for our executive education initiatives while fostering a culture of research excellence within the college.

Salary Grade :  UC

For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

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August 1, 2024

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Tenured Applicants Only

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide leadership and support for research activities within the College of Businesss. 2. Foster a vibrant research culture by encouraging faculty scholarship, securing research funding, and facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration. 3. Oversee the college's doctoral programs to ensure consistently high quality across the college and successful outcomes. 4. Collaborate with faculty, industry experts, and other stakeholders to design and develop innovative executive education curricula that address the evolving needs of executives and organizations. 5. Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, regulatory requirement, and best practices in graduate education and research. Oversee program assessment, evaluation and continuous improvement efforts. 6. Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies to inform program development and strategic decision making. 7. Lead efforts to assess program effectiveness, gather participant feedback, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. 8. Represent the institution at executive education conferences, industry events, and networking forums to enhance visibility and build relationships. 9. Teach as needed to support the needs of administrator's home department. Future Duties and Responsibilities (Beginning January 1, 2025) 1. Supervise and lead the Graduate Programs staff. 2. Provide leadership and support for all graduate programs in the College of Business. 3. Serve as a key liaison between faculty, department chairs, and the Dean's office on matters related to graduate education. Represent the College of Business on relevant committees and councils within the institution. 4. Provide visionary leadership for graduate and executive programs, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and accreditation standards. Develop and implement strategies to enhance program quality, student experience, and outcomes. 5. Champion initiatives to recruit, retain, and support a diverse cohort of graduate students. Implement strategies to enhance student engagement, satisfaction, and success, including academic advising, mentoring, and career development programs. 6. Coordinate the collection and reporting of assessment of learning data for all graduate programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Ph.D. in business administration or a related field. 2. Tenured member of the Mississippi State College of Business faculty in good standing.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Strong record of research publication activity. 2. Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team towards common goals. 3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders. 4. Deep understanding of executive education trends, best practices, and emerging technologies. 5. Experience with sponsored research programs. 6. Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and deliver high quality education programs that meet the needs of executives and organizations.

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All applicants must apply on line at www.msujobs.msstate.edu and attach a cover letter, current resume, or curriculum vitae, and the complete contact information for at least three professional references.

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MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.

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If you have any questions regarding this policy, contact the Department of Human Resources Management at  (662) 325-3713  or  [email protected] . Upon request, sections of this job listing are available in large print, and readers are available to assist the visually impaired.

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Morehead State among universities to receive NSF/KCV funding for academic research 

• 22 April 2024

Morehead State is recognized for academic excellence and a commitment to faculty and student research. MSU recently received significant funding to further research efforts and opportunities.  

The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded more than $8.25 million to Kentucky Commercialization Ventures (KCV), an initiative of the Kentucky Science and Technology Corporation (KSTC), for a program addressing inequities in academic research funding. It will support underrepresented higher education institutions with research infrastructure like Morehead State.  

The project, Granting Emerging and Developing Institutions a Competitive EDGE (Equitable and Diverse Grant Ecosystem), or KCV EDGE, will provide holistic support for research grant administration to partner institutions MSU, Kentucky State University (KSU), and Northern Kentucky University (NKU).  

"MSU is excited to be part of this KCV EDGE award. We look forward to working with KCV, NKU, and KSU to enhance our research infrastructure and help to create more opportunities for MSU faculty and staff in their pursuit of external funds," said MSU Director of Research & Sponsored Programs Dr. Shannon Harr. "We are also thrilled to be able to enhance some of our Office of Research & Sponsored Programs procedures utilizing these funds."  

KCV Executive Director Kayla Meisner said the program emerged because some Kentucky institutions needed equal access to research funding.  

"We designed KCV EDGE to dismantle these barriers to give our regional, rural, minority-serving, and community and technical institutions a competitive advantage when pursuing federal research grants," Meisner said. "Through their success, we can transform research infrastructure in the commonwealth and beyond."  

The KCV EDGE program will support MSU, KSU and NKU for five years to help each institution develop sustainable research infrastructure. Partner institutions will receive support in grant proposal writing, administration and compliance, technology commercialization and leadership development. Additionally, over $5 million of the grant will be given as sub-awards to partner institutions to build institutional capacity, such as staffing, to support an expanded research enterprise.  

The KCV team plans to expand the program into a statewide and later national model to increase access to research funding and technology transfer support.  

KSTC President Terry Samuel said this KCV grant funding naturally expands and supports KSTC's efforts to assist Kentucky higher education institutions that need more dedicated technology transfer resources.  

"This unprecedented, shared services model is already making a difference for innovators throughout the state, and with the addition of KCV EDGE, has the power to make a national impact," Samuel said.  

The KCV EDGE program funding will support MSU's future academic research efforts and significantly benefit not just Kentucky higher education but the state's future economy.  

"This award is a testament to the work of Kentucky Commercialization Ventures and the many higher education researchers, who are already creating opportunities for Kentucky to build upon the economic momentum we're experiencing throughout the state," said Governor Andy Beshear. "We know there are great ideas coming from faculty, staff and students on campuses across Kentucky. By helping all of our postsecondary institutions succeed in pursuing additional research funding, KCV EDGE will strengthen Kentucky's competitiveness as a center for research and innovation while creating high-quality jobs in the region."  

For more information about KCV EDGE, visit kycommercializationventures.com.   

To learn more about MSU’s Office of Research & Sponsored Programs , contact Harr at [email protected] or call 606-783-2010 . 

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