A human genome is the total blueprint of a person’s DNA. Not only does it contain their ancestry, it can also reveal risk factors for certain diseases and yield insights to create customized medical treatments.
Genomic studies are critical to achieving breakthroughs that can improve human health. While genetic data is widely available for populations of Western European descent, other populations are underrepresented in genomic studies.
Oakland University researchers are doing their part to chip away at
Rochester Christian University has been awarded a $31,500 grant from 100 Businesses Who Care – Michigan to support The Click, a digital marketing lab presented by Chief Financial Credit Union, which provides free professional marketing services to local nonprofits across Oakland County.
One hundred percent of the grant funds are earmarked specifically for The Click. While the studio itself is already built and funded, this gift will support the people and tools that power the lab, including paid student Todd K. Shackelford, editor of the journal Evolutionary Psychological Science, was recognized for being in the top 20% globally for the number of manuscripts sent to peer review, helping safeguard the scientific accuracy of published research.
Todd K. Shackelford, distinguished professor and chair of Oakland University’s psychology department, was selected to receive a Springer Nature Editor of Distinction Award for his service as editor of Evolutionary Psychological Science, a journal dedicated to
Oakland University is offering Paralegal Specialty Courses as part of the Oakland University Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) ABA-Approved Paralegal Program. OU PACE offers a rotating selection of 7-week Special Topic courses designed for focused CLE skill development. Course offerings change each semester to cover timely, high-demand areas of law—including Criminal Law, Immigration Law and other emerging specialties.
Register:Criminal Law Paralegal Specialty Course: June 23-August 11, Tues
In the age of digital saturation, the deck often feels stacked against small businesses. National chains have ad budgets that could bankroll a midsize town, while algorithms seem to tilt toward those who pay to play. But the landscape isn’t just shifting—it’s fracturing. That rupture offers something that hasn’t been this accessible in years: the chance for smaller players to take ground by responding quickly, thinking creatively, and speaking in voices people actually want to hear. The edge comes not
Oakland University scientists spearhead international effort to remove global health barriers
Rochester Christian University receives $31,500 grant to expand free marketing support for local nonprofits
OU psychology chair receives Editor of Distinction Award for service to science journal
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