Innovation

Michigan Public Health professor is first to launch AI-powered Coursera coach for interactive instruction

Vic Stretcher, a professor of Health Behavior & Health Equity, successfully incorporated Coursera Coach AI into his live course to enhance interactivity and engagement. Stretcher expresses enthusiasm for AI's potential in personalized education and health communication.

Michigan Public Health makes $2M investment in faculty

The University of Michigan School of Public Health has made a significant investment in its faculty with a $2 million salary market adjustment program designed to ensure faculty compensation that aligns with competitive market rates.

Examining Genetic Influences on Menopause Symptoms

New research from Wei Zhao

Certain genetic factors predictive of reproductive aging are also associated with menopause symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats, according to a University of Michigan-led study published in Menopause: The Journal of The North American Menopause Society.

Three Things to Know about the COVID-19 Vaccines

Here are three key takeaways from the December 2 discussion on vaccine development with infectious disease expert and University of Michigan School of Public Health professor Arnold Monto.

New Analytic Tool Designed to Help Guide Precision Cancer Research and Treatment

New research from Veerabhadran Baladandayuthapani

Researchers can use this model to identify pre-clinical systems or potential treatments for multiple cancer types.

App Calculates Risk of Delaying Cancer Care During Pandemic

New research from Michigan Public Health

The University of Michigan’s OncCOVID app draws on global cancer and coronavirus data to create an individualized mortality risk assessment for receiving immediate versus delayed cancer treatment.