WASHINGTON DC - The Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency have jointly unveiled modifications to the existing framework governing vehicle emissions and fuel economy. The DOE has relaxed the initially proposed drastic reduction in EV mileage ratings, a move that now allows automakers more leeway to produce gas-powered vehicles while still meeting the
TOKYO - A new Japanese all-electric EV pickup is set to hit global markets, and it’s not a Toyota. A new Japanese all-electric EV pickup is set to hit global markets, and it’s not a Toyota. Isuzu will unveil its first 100% electric pickup truck, the D-MAX BEV, later this month. The rugged-looking 4X4 EV
CLEVELAND, Ohio - A new study provides more evidence that sildenafil (Viagra) which is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) may help protect against Alzheimer's disease (AD). The large real-world analysis of patient data from two databases showed a 30%-54% reduced prevalence in AD among patients who took sildenafil (Viagra) than those who did not, after adjusting for potential
YPSILANTI – WeaveGrid, which creates software enabling the rapid integration of electric vehicles with the electric grid, is partnering with the American Center for Mobility to test its software with real-world EVs and charging infrastructure at ACM’s Willow Run facility in Ypsilanti. This effort will be supported by the Michigan Mobility Funding Platform, a grant
NEW YORK. - Our immune system is talented at telling the difference between the chemistry of our own body and that of an invading pathogen. When it malfunctions, our body can become host to an intense civil war. Scientists are keen to understand this in more detail, and a newly identified 'switch' that deactivates a
The Biden administration has unveiled a detailed road map to help spur build-out of charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure for big trucks. Why it matters: Diesel-powered freight movement is a big source of carbon dioxide, and dangerous air pollutants like fine particulate matter. Yet lack of infrastructure to support electric and hydrogen models is a barrier to
NEW YORK - A study led by Daniel Spratt, M.D., Vincent K. Smith Chair in Radiation Oncology at University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center demonstrates the safety and efficacy of a novel oral hormone therapy, relugolix, in conjunction with radiation therapy for treating men with localized and advanced prostate cancer. This work is published in JAMA Oncology. This
GRAND RAPIDS - In concert with the nearly 1,000 Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) across the nation, the Michigan SBDC will celebrate SBDC Day Wednesday, March 20, 2024. SBDC Day is a national, collective proclamation of the impact America's Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) have on the success of our nation’s dreamers, innovators and doers
SOUTHFIELD - ELEVATE is an Michigan Council of Women In Technology member benefit for current and former first-line to middle managers. This 6-week program is uniquely combined with peer group exchanges and senior leader speakers to support career development and professional networking. MCWT is seeking the first-line to middle managers who want to elevate their
GRAND RAPIDS - Michigan Sustainable Business Forum and Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council will host a cross-sector convening for public and private stakeholders in renewable energy, materials management, sustainable business and community development to discuss the emerging need for investment in recycling and reuse of photovoltaic solar panels, and clarity on end-of-life expectations for broken
