Office of Research & Economic Development

Stories of support, collaboration, research and community engagement

CIT event: Rod Reid an entrepreneur of an IndyCar racing

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Daba Coura Mbow When discussing the future of motorsports, professionals often highlight the challenge of engaging young enthusiasts. Beyond the hefty costs associated with vehicles and equipment, there exists a significant experiential investment required for meaningful participation in any aspect of racing. This hurdle is particularly daunting for young individuals with limited financial resources. On

Dr. Shirl Donaldson: Bringing STEM Education to Life with Donk Racing

Posted by & filed under Faculty Profiles, Motor life, Physics, Research Matters, Societal.

Daba Coura Mbow Dr. Shirl Donaldson, a passionate educator from Detroit, is an Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan Flint. She grew up in metropolitan Detroit where cars are more than just machines; they’re a way of life. Growing up in an automotive family, Dr Donaldson knew that the “motor life” was her destiny. As a professor

UROP PROJECT: Self-driving cars for people with Parkinson’s disease

Posted by & filed under Biology, chemistry, Flint community, Physics, Research Matters, Student Research Spotlight, UM-Flint Research.

Daba Coura Mbow Majoring in computer science, Leen Yasin is an undergraduate student in her junior year at the University of Michigan Flint.  Leen is also taking chemistry and biology classes and is interested in biomedical innovation and patient care.  As a participant in UROP (Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program), she works alongside professors Nathan Miller

UROP PROJECT: Bone treatment for aging people.

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Daba Coura Mbow Part of the UROP program since 2022, Brianna Rivera is a student at the University of Michigan Flint. She’s majoring in molecular biology, with a strong focus on research. Going into her senior year, she hopes to pursue a Ph.D. program in neuroscience. Currently focusing on bones and joints, Brianna and her