A Shared Commitment to Advancing Discovery

Dear Friends,

Welcome to the latest issue of Spartan Science.

What makes the College of Natural Science such a remarkable community is the people behind the work. Across our college, there is a deep commitment to discovery, innovation, and collaboration that continues to move science forward in powerful ways. Spartan scientists are driven by curiosity and a desire to better understand our world, opening doors to new ideas, new technologies, and new possibilities that can transform lives and shape the future.  

The stories featured in this issue reflect the momentum and impact of that work. They showcase breakthroughs taking shape across disciplines and highlight the creativity and determination that define our faculty, students, and alumni. Together, they represent a community united by a shared pursuit of knowledge and a belief in the power of science to address complex challenges and create meaningful change.  

None of this work would be possible without the support and partnership of our alumni and friends like you. Your generosity continues to strengthen the foundation of the College of Natural Science by supporting students, advancing transformative research, and helping create the facilities, technologies, and opportunities that allow groundbreaking science to thrive at Michigan State University. Through the “Uncommon Will. Far Better World.” capital campaign and your continued investment in our mission, you are helping shape the future of scientific discovery and education for generations to come.  

Thank you for being part of our Spartan community. I hope you enjoy this issue and take pride in the extraordinary work happening across our college.  

 

Sincerely,

Eric L. Hegg
Dean, College of Natural Science
Michigan State University