"What does the Mona Lisa really look like?"
Lecture by Dr. Michel Menu
Director, Louvre Research Lab
Tuesday, August 5, 4 PM, Rackham Amphitheatre
Free and open to the public. Reception to follow.
Sponsored by the Office of the Vice President for Research, 763-1290.
The material analysis of works of art aims to better understand the techniques of the ancient cultures and to preserve the cultural heritage for future generations. The analysis brings to light new and unique information for authentification, for conservation and to better understand the history of artistic techniques. this talk will cover many of the techniques used to study the Mona Lisa and other great works of art.
Research Track Report posted
In April, 2008, UM Research Faculty were surveyed about their career experiences and satisfaction, sponsored by OVPR and the Research Policies Committee.
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OHRCR Survey Completed
The Office of Human Research Compliance Review (OHRCR) has released a report, Survey of Investigator's Experiences in Human Research. This unique survey of UM investigators was developed and implemented by the UM Institute for Social Research (ISR) in partnership with OHRCR. The purpose of the survey is to obtain information from UM investigators to improve the UM Human Research Protection Program (HRPP).
UROP needs faculty mentors
The Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program has some 1300 students interested in working on a research project of one kind or another next year in any and all disciplines. To do that, they will need mentors.Learn how you can help...[pdf]
UROP students honor outstanding faculty mentors
UROP recognized six faculty members who exemplify the UROP program's goals to actively engage undergraduate students in the research mission of the university.
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U-M researcher to head Toyota research center
Noboru Kikuchi, the Roger L. McCarthy Professor of Mechanical Engineering, will be the first director of Toyota Motor Corp.'s new Toyota Research Institute of North America (TRI-NA) located near the Ann Arbor campus.
UM human subjects research receives accreditation
The Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs (AAHRPP) has granted full accreditation to the UM, one of 15 institutions to receive the group's endorsement this year. AAHRPP accredits universities, hospitals and other organizations that demonstrate they provide participant safeguards beyond what the state and federal governments require.
OVPR Staff Award Winners Recognized
OVPR honored four individuals for their outstanding contributions to research administration at a reception in the Michigan League on May 22. The 2008 recipients are (clockwise from upper left) Patricia Smith, Eve Gochis, Denise DuPrie and Kate Blakeman.
Baker named 2008 Distinguished University Innovator
Dr. James R. Baker Jr. is the Distinguished University Innovator for 2008. Baker, a scientist in the Medical School and a successful entrepreneur, has conducted breakthrough research in nanotechnology materials and launched two startup companies based on the results. Lecture title: "Taking Nanotechnology from the Bench to the Bedside."
The Role of Engaged Universities in Economic Transformation
This October, 2007, Regional Conference was inspired by the National Academies Study, "Rising Above the Gathering Storm." Next steps are to prepare the proceedings and a report on proposed strategies that the URC universities can work on for state and regional economic growth. Conference funding was provided by the Lounsbery Foundation.
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