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R1: Research in Focus

Michigan Technological University has officially joined the ranks of R1 research institutions—a milestone that reflects decades of impactful work and affirms the University’s standing as a leader in addressing critical challenges. Michigan Tech joins Wayne State University, Michigan State University . . .

On the cover: Michigan Tech's RV Soliton (foreground) and Ocean Infinity's Armada 8 autonomous surface vessel begin their five-day lake bed mapping mission.

Published by University Marketing and Communications

Editor
Rick White
Assistant Editor
Jessie Tobias
Writers
Wes Frahm
Hailey Hart '14
Calvin Larson '10
Cyndi Perkins '22
Art Director
Phoebe Meston
Designers
Bob Gross
Jen Withers
Photographer
Kaden Staley
Videographer
Ben Jaszczak '15
Production Manager
Jodi Miller
Social Media Manager
Haley Goodreau
Web Editor
Megan Ross '00
Contributors
Conlan Houston '26, Stanislaw Ryt, Daniel Staelgraeve '26
Executive Editors
- Andrew Barnard '02 '04, Vice President for Research
- Jessica Brassard '05, Director of Research Development and Communication
- Allison Carter '95, Executive Director of Marketing, University Marketing and Communications
- Natasha Chopp '06 '15 '17, Director of Research Operations and Faculty Liaison
- Rick Koubek, President
- John Lehman, Vice President for University Relations and Enrollment
- Jennifer Lucas '09, Assistant Vice President of Advancement and Alumni Engagement
- Ian Repp, Associate Vice President for University Marketing and Communications
- Bill Roberts, Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Engagement
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