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OMG science
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

ZEUS is now the country's most powerful laser at 2 petawatts of power

The University of Michigan's ZEUS has become the most powerful laser system in the U.S., achieving pulses lasting just 25 quintillionths of a second.
Miami Dolphins
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago

Miami Dolphins pick defensive tackle Kenneth Grant in the first round of 2025 NFL Draft

The Miami Dolphins aim to strengthen their defense by selecting Kenneth Grant, a promising defensive tackle from Michigan, with the 13th overall pick.
#student-rights
EU data protection
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

University of Michigan faces lawsuit due hacking and privacy breach

University of Michigan faces class action lawsuit over former coach's alleged hacking and exposure of student-athletes' private images.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Olympic gymnast Paul Juda proposes to girlfriend after leading Michigan to national championship

'You make me a better man, a better person,' Juda said before dropping down to one knee and asking for Guggino's hand in marriage.
MMA
#dei-programs
#identity-theft
fromDatabreaches
2 months ago
EU data protection

Former University of Michigan Football Quarterbacks Coach and Co-Offensive Coordinator Indicted on Charges of Unauthorized Access to Computers and Aggravated Identity Theft

fromDatabreaches
2 months ago
EU data protection

Former University of Michigan Football Quarterbacks Coach and Co-Offensive Coordinator Indicted on Charges of Unauthorized Access to Computers and Aggravated Identity Theft

fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

University of Michigan May Fire D.E.I. Official Over Antisemitism Claim

Rachel Dawson, the University of Michigan's director of academic multicultural initiatives, is facing possible termination over allegations of making antisemitic remarks at a conference.
Digital life
Miscellaneous
fromSlate Magazine
6 months ago

Donald Trump Is a Disinhibited Fascist

Trump's increasing angry rhetoric raises serious concerns about governance and democratic stability if reelected.
Young men in America face declining job prospects and educational challenges, necessitating a reevaluation of societal support.
The situation at the University of Michigan highlights ongoing issues and discussions regarding DEI initiatives.
fromTechCrunch
8 months ago

This robotic knee exoskeleton is made from consumer braces and drone motors | TechCrunch

"Rather than directly bracing the back and giving up on proper lifting form," U-M professor Robert Gregg notes, "we strengthen the legs to maintain it." This innovative approach with the knee exoskeletons allows for enhanced lifting capabilities while preserving good ergonomics during manual tasks.
Startup companies
fromFortune
9 months ago

Billionaire Google cofounder Larry Page's unlikely advice for new grads: Be lazy

Larry Page encouraged graduates to embrace laziness through technology, illustrating that small groups can create software used by millions, unlike solo efforts like answering phones.
Startup companies
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