Science & Technology

Published June 9, 2021

Citywide broadband infrastructure on the horizon in Farmington area

FARMINGTON/FARMINGTON HILLS — During a special meeting May 26, the Farmington and Farmington Hills city councils unanimously approved a permit application from SiFi Networks to construct a community-wide fiber-optic broadband network.

Beaumont researchers develop blood test that might predict Alzheimer’s disease

Published April 10, 2021

Royal Oak Review

Beaumont researchers develop blood test that might predict Alzheimer’s disease

ROYAL OAK — Using a technique called precision medicine, researchers at Beaumont Health recently discovered a simple blood test that might provide an early prediction of Alzheimer’s disease in patients.

New animal tracking system now online at Belle Isle

Published March 18, 2021

Advertiser Times

New animal tracking system now online at Belle Isle

DETROIT — Through a coordinated effort by the Belle Isle Nature Center and the Detroit Zoo, a new wildlife tracking system has been installed that will help researchers learn more about the wildlife of the Great Lakes.

Harper Woods to host virtual cyber safety workshop

Published February 21, 2021

Advertiser Times

Harper Woods to host virtual cyber safety workshop

HARPER WOODS — Harper Woods is planning a cybersecurity and safety workshop to help residents stay safe and surf responsibly when online.

Published February 18, 2021

Metro

Science Center offers free admission days thanks to local businesses

DETROIT — The Michigan Science Center is welcoming in more people than ever with its free admission days.

Students at Levey Middle School worked with Lawrence Technological University to learn about different STEM opportunities through the baking of a cake. Levey and the LTU STEM Center have teamed up in an effort to teach students the importance of science in everyday life.

Published February 11, 2021

Southfield Sun

LTU outreach effort teaches Levey students about STEM through baking cake

SOUTHFIELD — Levey Middle School eighth grade teacher Chrisondra Austin has had a partnership with Lawrence Technological University for roughly three years now. Over those three years, the Lawrence Tech STEM Center has conducted experiments with the students at Levey in hopes of getting them interested in pursuing a degree in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Former Troy High School students Finsam Samson and Yujie Wang were selected to have their proposed DNA experiment transported to the International Space Station.

Published January 29, 2021

Troy Times

Genetics project of Troy High grads sent to the international space station

TROY — A science experiment created by two former Troy High School students has been sent to the International Space Station with the launch of SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket in November.

Published January 24, 2021

Advertiser Times

Chandler Park Academy students examine results of experiment taken into space

HARPER WOODS — On Dec. 6, an experiment designed by four students at Chandler Park Academy in Harper Woods was taken into space by NASA as part of the 14th National Center for Earth and Space Science Education’s Student Spaceflight program.

City councils prepare to hear broadband task force presentation

Published January 16, 2021

Farmington Press

Farmington-area councils prepare to hear broadband task force presentation

FARMINGTON/HILLS — Priorities for the Farmington and Farmington Hills city councils may have shifted last year with the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, but now that a full assessment has been compiled by the Broadband Task Force’s consultant, both council bodies are gearing up to re-examine the feasibility of bringing citywide broadband to each community.

Published December 20, 2020

Advertiser Times

Chandler Park Academy students have experiment taken into space

HARPER WOODS — Students at Chandler Park Academy in Harper Woods have the rare honor of an experiment they designed being blasted into space and performed by astronauts.

Published December 16, 2020

Grosse Pointe Times

Electric vehicle chargers coming to Grosse Pointe City

GROSSE POINTE CITY — Electric vehicles may not yet be common — especially for personal use — but they are expected to occupy a larger segment of the automotive market in the years to come.

Key2Finesse members celebrate at last year’s Speak the Difference competition.

Published December 8, 2020

Troy Times

Troy students host virtual fundraiser for Gift of Life Foundation

TROY — Students from the Troy School District are rallying together this month to help youth build important social skills while supporting organ and tissue donation across Michigan.

Published November 10, 2020

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

St. Clair Shores City Council approves Verizon towers

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Following an extensive discussion of the process in September, members of City Council voted to approve a permit from Verizon Wireless for 12 small cell towers in the city at its Oct. 19 meeting.

Lawrence Technological University accepted a grant from “Fortnite” creator Epic Games, which the university plans to use for, in part, an Unreal Engine training program for both students and working professionals.

Published October 27, 2020

Southfield Sun

LTU teams with ‘Fortnite’ creator for campus Epic Center for Unreal Technology

SOUTHFIELD — Like it says in the name, Lawrence Technological University is making strides in the technology world.

Published September 8, 2020

Southfield Sun

Group provides free computer skills training for metro Detroiters

SOUTHFIELD — Whether you’ve been furloughed, are looking for a new job or just want to upgrade your computer skills, JVS Human Services has a class for you.

North Farmington High School alumnus Jamie Tucker works from home through his Google STEP internship.

Published August 25, 2020

Farmington Press

North Farmington alumni creates computer science app targeting diversity

FARMINGTON HILLS — If you look back at the world of computer science 30 years ago, that world was primarily male and white.

Published August 7, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Girl Scouts implement new STEM-focused badges and activities

METRO DETROIT — The Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan are encouraging interest in science, technology, engineering and math in their Scouts through new programs and the addition of 24 new badges.

Published June 1, 2020

Grosse Pointe Times

New Village website offers more interactive features

GROSSE POINTE CITY — As retailers begin to reopen their doors to customers in Michigan, Village businesses in Grosse Pointe City hope to get a boost from a revamped website for the popular business and shopping district.

Published March 10, 2020

Grosse Pointe Times

Grosse Pointe Park pilot project aimed at improving pedestrian safety

GROSSE POINTE PARK — Drivers may notice something new as they make their way around Grosse Pointe Park.

Published March 3, 2020

Farmington Press

SOAR to focus on emerging tech for seniors

FARMINGTON HILLS — The Society of Active Retirees nonprofit will spend time this winter looking ahead at some of the emerging trends and technology coming down the pipeline that may affect their older adult population.