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Persian gold coins likely used to pay mercenaries found at site of ancient Greek city in western Turkey
University of Michigan archaeologists unearthed a hoard of Persian gold coins, known as darics, at the ancient Greek city of Notion in western Turkey. Likely used to pay mercenaries, these fifth-century B.C. coins offer significant historical insights into Persian currency and military operations. Led by Professor Christopher Ratté, the discovery sheds new light on the Persian Empire's influence and the timeline of gold coinage. This rare find enhances our understanding of ancient Greek and Persian interactions.
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Morphable materials: Researchers coax nanoparticles to reconfigure themselves
Researchers at U-M and IU developed a technique for nanoparticles to reconfigure in real time, paving the way for smart materials with adjustable properties.
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An interview with Dr. Ethan Kross
Ethan Kross is one of the world’s leading experts on controlling the conscious mind. An award-winning professor in the University of Michigan’s top ranked Psychology Department and its Ross School of Business, he is the director of the Emotion & Self Control Laboratory.
Kross’s groundbreaking book, Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It, offers a deep dive into the science of introspection, revealing how to harness the power of the inner voice for self-enhancement. By merging cutting-edge research with real-world applicability, Kross provides readers with actionable strategies to master their inner dialogues, transforming the way we live, work, and interact with others.
Ethan has participated in policy discussion at the White House and has been interviewed about his research on CBS Evening News, Good Morning America, Anderson Cooper Full Circle, and NPR’s Morning Edition. His research has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The New Yorker, The New England Journal of Medicine, and Science.
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U-M Researchers Predict Rising Human-Wildlife Overlap by 2070
A study by U-M researchers Neil Carter and Deqiang Ma predicts that human-wildlife overlap will increase across more than half of global lands by 2070. This finding, published in Science Advances, identifies human population growth as the main driver. As human populations encroach on forests, agricultural lands, and urban areas, interactions between humans and wildlife will intensify.
The study calls for effective management to minimize conflicts and promote coexistence. Africa and South America are projected to experience the most significant increases in human-wildlife interactions, while Europe may see a decline. The research highlights the importance of strategic planning and local community involvement in wildlife conservation.
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Leadership Updates: Take a Look at OVPR’s Latest Appointments
Judith Birk, J.D., is appointed assistant vice president for research in the Human Research Protection Program. Tiffany Brutus becomes assistant director for the MSI Partnerships Initiative. Savannah Hall, Ph.D., joins IRWG as program director for faculty research development.
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A leaky sink: Carbon emissions from forest soil will likely grow with rising temperatures
A unique experiment has shown that forest soil could release more carbon than it absorbs on a warming planet. Image credit: Artur Stefanski
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MI Hydrogen Initiative – Hydrogen Grand Prix
In an event co-sponsored by the MI Hydrogen Initiative, 27 eighth-grade students from Henderson Academy in Detroit were the first to build and race model hydrogen cars in a Hydrogen Grand Prix SPRINT Workshop. This effort, a joint initiative supported by OVPR, the...
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