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June 24, 2025

June research at MSU

June’s research at MSU spotlighted breakthroughs in construction communication, food safety, artificial intelligence and climate science. Spartan researchers also led community-focused projects on water, geology and transgender resilience, showcasing the university’s broad impact across science and society. 

Some plants make their own pesticide — but at what cost to the atmosphere?

A new study investigates how certain plants produce natural pesticides and whether those compounds contribute to pollution, weighing the benefits and drawbacks of a misunderstood plant compound and its impact on the climate.

MSU researchers use nanomedicine and artificial intelligence to diagnose diseases — a biology first

MSU researchers combine nanomedicine with AI techniques to enhance early disease detection. A breakthrough in biomedical technology.

New MSU research: Stronger communication results in stronger construction

A study led by Sinem Mollaoglu shows that good communication improves outcomes in large-scale green-certified construction projects, highlighting the importance of organizational behavior in engineering success.

MSU professor leads postcard research project to connect members of the transgender community

Combining social science with community outreach, the project, led by Jae Puckett, distributes postcards and conducts interviews to discover resilience among transgender and nonbinary individuals. 

By: Sophia Jundy