AI takes off in Washtenaw County
A slew of companies in the Ann Arbor area are developing AI tools for fields ranging from bioscience to mobility.
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Ann Arbor company joins challenge to support greener operations at Detroit’s Eastern Market
Ann Arbor-based software startup Interplai has been announced as one of 10 semi-finalists chosen to receive a share of $3 million to participate in the Toyota Mobility Foundation’s Sustainable Cities Challenge Detroit.
U-M study examines why women are less likely to view themselves as workplace leaders
New research sheds light on why women might be reluctant to view or label themselves as leaders — and how businesses can help bridge the disconnect.
Ypsi Township company develops smart truck tech, plans Ann Arbor expansion
If you've ever wondered how work crews can safely leave large fleets of trucks laden with tools on site overnight, the answer might involve Ypsilanti Township-based EAVX.
U-M to continue research on vacant land reuse in Flint with federal funding renewal
The University of Michigan’s Prevention Research Center of Michigan has received $5 million in renewed funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to continue its community-based research, focused primarily on Flint, through 2029.
From long underwear to gunshot detection, Ypsi inventors have racked up patents for 150 years
Ypsi and Ypsi Township inventors have received over 1,200 patents, with some of the oldest dating back to the mid-1800s.
Public health and AI: Great potential and a need for ethical policies
When applying AI to public health, great potentials exist for swifter, nimbler care and pin-pointed personalization. Its use also could exacerbate biases and the misuse of private information.
Free event to offer employers introduction to creating registered apprenticeships
As part of National Apprenticeship Week, Michigan Works! Southeast is inviting area employers to a free event in Ann Arbor that will cover the basics of creating a registered apprenticeship program.
Local health statistics are a click away as community health dashboards proliferate in Michigan
Community health dashboards are readily available online resources that compile various health data for different regions.
U-M study: Entrepreneurs learn best from relatable experience, not business giants
New research from the University of Michigan shows that the framing of entrepreneur training programs plays a crucial role in their effectiveness.
Ann Arbor company joins challenge to support greener operations at Detroit’s Eastern Market
Ann Arbor-based software startup Interplai has been announced as one of 10 semi-finalists chosen to receive a share of $3 million to participate in the Toyota Mobility Foundation’s Sustainable Cities Challenge Detroit.
U-M study examines why women are less likely to view themselves as workplace leaders
New research sheds light on why women might be reluctant to view or label themselves as leaders — and how businesses can help bridge the disconnect.
Ypsi Township company develops smart truck tech, plans Ann Arbor expansion
If you've ever wondered how work crews can safely leave large fleets of trucks laden with tools on site overnight, the answer might involve Ypsilanti Township-based EAVX.
U-M to continue research on vacant land reuse in Flint with federal funding renewal
The University of Michigan’s Prevention Research Center of Michigan has received $5 million in renewed funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to continue its community-based research, focused primarily on Flint, through 2029.
From long underwear to gunshot detection, Ypsi inventors have racked up patents for 150 years
Ypsi and Ypsi Township inventors have received over 1,200 patents, with some of the oldest dating back to the mid-1800s.
Public health and AI: Great potential and a need for ethical policies
When applying AI to public health, great potentials exist for swifter, nimbler care and pin-pointed personalization. Its use also could exacerbate biases and the misuse of private information.
Free event to offer employers introduction to creating registered apprenticeships
As part of National Apprenticeship Week, Michigan Works! Southeast is inviting area employers to a free event in Ann Arbor that will cover the basics of creating a registered apprenticeship program.
Local health statistics are a click away as community health dashboards proliferate in Michigan
Community health dashboards are readily available online resources that compile various health data for different regions.
U-M study: Entrepreneurs learn best from relatable experience, not business giants
New research from the University of Michigan shows that the framing of entrepreneur training programs plays a crucial role in their effectiveness.
