August 16, 2016, Vol. 22, No. 25

Aquatic invasive species in the Michigan’s waterways and lakes remain in the spotlight. Laura Bourgeau-Chavez and Colin Brooks—research scientists at the Michigan Tech Research Institute (MTRI)—and Casey Huckins, a professor of biology at Michigan Tech, are leading projects to develop better management strategies to protect the state’s shorelines along the Great Lakes.

Phragmites in . . . [ Full Story ]

Michigan Technological University scientists have developed a process that could lead to stickier—and better—gene therapy drugs.

The drugs, called antisense DNA, are made from short, single strands of synthetic DNA. They work by blocking cells from making harmful proteins, which can cause maladies ranging from cancer to Ebola to HIV-AIDS. Only a couple of these . . . [ Full Story ]

The Michigan Technological University chapter of Triangle Fraternity has received 0,000 as the first chapter to be awarded the Judy and Larry Garatoni Building Better Men Chapter Endowment.

Triangle is a social fraternity made up of male students majoring in engineering, architecture and the physical, mathematical, biological and computer sciences. It is the only member . . . [ Full Story ]

When a satellite is placed into orbit by a rocket, its journey has only just begun.  Released into space on its own, the satellite needs an on-board thruster so it can navigate to its desired location and then remain there despite the many things that do their best to kick it off course.

“Space isn’t . . . [ Full Story ]

For glycobiologists, who study sugar-loving proteins (called lectins and glycosaminoglycan binding proteins, GAGBPs), this is a totally new tune. And one that could affect cancer research as well as treatments for inflammation or infection.

The new study, published in Biochemistry this week, examines the biomechanics of galectin-3′s interaction with glycosaminoglycans (GAG) and proteoglycans. . . . [ Full Story ]

The Great Lakes contain over 80 percent of the surface freshwater of North America. When ice breaks up after long cold winters, things have dramatically changed in these lakes. Our goal is to collect data and observe what is happening under the ice during the winter months.

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BAY CITY, Mich. – Michigan Tech was picked third in the North Division in the 2016 GLIAC Preseason Football Coaches’ Poll, which was released Wednesday (Aug. 3) on the GLIAC website. Grand Valley State and Ferris State were picked ahead of the Huskies.

The North Division was rounded out with Wayne State, Hillsdale, Saginaw Valley State . . . [ Full Story ]

By DAVER KARNOSKY – Daily Mining Gazette

dkarnosky@mininggazette.com

Editor’s Note: This feature originally appeared in the July 19 edition of the Daily Mining Gazette.

ORANGEVILLE, Ont. – When the Michigan Tech Huskies hockey team takes to the ice this fall, they will have added another natural-born leader to their mix in Thomas Beretta. Beretta, . . . [ Full Story ]

BAY CITY, Mich. – Michigan Tech was picked fifth in the 2016 GLIAC Preseason Soccer Coaches’ Poll, which was released on Thursday (Aug. 11). Three-time defending NCAA Division II National Champion Grand Valley State topped the poll.

Ashland received one first-place vote in second. Ashland, Ferris State, and Ohio Dominican also ranked ahead of the Huskies. . . . [ Full Story ]

By DAVER KARNOSKY – Daily Mining Gazette
dkarnosky@mininggazette.com

Editor’s Note: This feature originally appeared in the July 8 edition of the Daily Mining Gazette.

HOUGHTON, Mich. – When the Michigan Tech Huskies hockey team takes to the ice this fall, a familiar local name will be joining the ranks in Raymond Brice from . . . [ Full Story ]

BAY CITY, Mich. – Michigan Tech was picked sixth in the North Division in the 2016 GLIAC Preseason Volleyball Coaches’ Poll, which was released on Tuesday (Aug. 9). Ferris State topped the North while Findlay claimed the No. 1 position in the South.

Hillsdale, Grand Valley State, Saginaw Valley State, and Northern Michigan were positioned . . . [ Full Story ]

NEW ORLEANS – Michigan Tech’s Ashley Veale, Casey Buckner, Nate Hood, Kyle Petermann, and Jason Saliga have received All-Academic honors from the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA). Both the men’s and women’s track and field teams have also been named an All Academic Team.

After Alumni Reunion, we get ready for Orientation. This week, hundreds of students from around the world will arrive to begin their Michigan Tech journey. Not sure when this photo was taken, but it’s labeled “Frosh Initiation.” Perhaps they’re praying for help with their homework or maybe a light snow year.

Do you have . . . [ Full Story ]

Adding to the list of craft-brew related Alumni…

My parents Howard Haselhuhn Jr (’86) and Amy Haselhuhn (’86) are the owners and operators of Black Creek Hops in Scottville, Michigan and run Michigan’s first licensed hops processing facility with the help of myself (’15), my brother, Howard Haselhuhn III (’10, MS ’12, PhD ’15) and . . . [ Full Story ]

As a Michigan Tech graduate, you qualify for a special group rate on many of your personal insurance needs. Visit mtu.edu/alumni/benefits for details.

· Auto, home, and renters insurance through Liberty Mutual.
· Pet Health Insurance through ASPCA
· Long Term Care Insurance – AlumniLTC®
· Short-term health insurance – GradMed®
· Travel Insurance through USI

These partner companies provide funds to the Michigan Tech Alumni Association as part of this collaboration. Agreements like this help support a wide range of programs and services for alumni and students.

More Alumni Benefits, Services and Discount program information

Michigan Tech Gear – Show your Michigan Tech Pride!
License Plates, Official Class Rings and Diploma Frames, Collector Blanket, Clothing & Giftware

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