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Michigan State Rallies Past Colorado State in NCAA Thriller
Sports3h ago

Michigan State Rallies Past Colorado State in NCAA Thriller

Fifth-seeded Michigan State overcame a halftime deficit and survived a last-second three-point attempt to edge 12th-seeded Colorado State 65-62 in the NCAA Tournament's opening round. Grace VanSlooten's double-double and Kennedy Blair's clutch shooting powered the Spartans' comeback despite facing an inspired underdog playing without their leading scorer.

Google News - Underdog Wins2 min read
Scientists Find Brain Switch Behind Cocaine Addiction
Health & Wellness9h ago

Scientists Find Brain Switch Behind Cocaine Addiction

Michigan State researchers discovered a protein that rewires the brain during cocaine use, explaining why quitting is so hard. This breakthrough could lead to the first FDA-approved medication for cocaine addiction.

Google News - Scientists Discover2 min read
MSU's Tiny Cancer Robots Could Replace Surgery
VideosMar 10

MSU's Tiny Cancer Robots Could Replace Surgery

Scientists created microscopic robots smaller than a hair that swim through the body to kill tumors without surgery. These biodegradable "TriMag" robots could make cancer treatment, brain surgery, and eye procedures safer and less painful.

Google News - Medical Breakthrough3 min read
Purdue's Braden Smith Hits 1,000 Assists, Makes History
SportsFeb 27

Purdue's Braden Smith Hits 1,000 Assists, Makes History

Purdue point guard Braden Smith just became only the fifth player in Division I college basketball history to reach 1,000 career assists. The senior star reached the milestone during a game against Michigan State, cementing his legacy as one of college basketball's greatest playmakers.

ESPN2 min read
AI Agents Nudge Humans Toward Cooperation in Study
SolutionsFeb 26

AI Agents Nudge Humans Toward Cooperation in Study

Michigan State researchers discovered that AI agents designed to mirror human behavior can encourage people to cooperate more, potentially offering a path to building more generous communities. The breakthrough could reshape how we design technology that brings out the best in us.

Phys.org - Technology3 min read
Maryland Women's Basketball Ends 4-Game Skid With Big Win
SportsFeb 5

Maryland Women's Basketball Ends 4-Game Skid With Big Win

After nearly making unwanted history with four straight losses, Maryland women's basketball found their spark when they needed it most. The Terps upset No. 12 Michigan State 86-70, ending a three-week drought with teamwork that reminded everyone why they belong in the rankings.

Yahoo Sports3 min read
Professor Funds $35K Scholarships for Global Flower Research
SolutionsFeb 4

Professor Funds $35K Scholarships for Global Flower Research

A retired Michigan State professor just created a scholarship that sends graduate students studying flowers and greenhouses abroad for an entire semester. The first $35,000 award opens this May.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded3 min read
Jordan Chiles Scores Perfect 10, Breaks National Record
SportsJan 26

Jordan Chiles Scores Perfect 10, Breaks National Record

Olympic gold medalist Jordan Chiles just posted the highest all-around gymnastics score in the nation this season with a near-perfect performance that included a flawless floor routine. Nearly 10,000 fans packed Michigan State's basketball arena to witness history.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read