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The Michigan College/University Partnership (MICUP) program was created by the Michigan State Legislature to help community college students overcome institutional barriers through research opportunities with local universities. As a proud supporter of MICUP, Lawrence Technological University’s College of Arts and Sciences partners with Henry Ford College and Oakland Community College to bring underrepresented students to LTU’s campus for an immersive summer learning experience.
MICUP Scholars join with a Lawrence Tech faculty member for a four-week summer research project spanning diverse topics such as AI, mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics, programing, health sciences, and the humanities.Scholars prepare for their summer research in an advanced research workshop, where they learn about best practices for conducting research, literature review writing, and creating compelling research presentations. In the summer, Scholars conduct hands-on research in state-of-the-art facilities, engage with faculty and LTU student peer mentors, and present their research experiences in a symposium at the conclusion of the program.
Lawrence Technological University is dedicated to the aim of the MICUP program and the larger King-Chávez-Parks (KCP) Initiative: to support students from economically or academically disadvantaged backgrounds, to drive institutional change within higher education, and to ensure that cutting-edge STEM education and research experiences are accessible to all.
I really enjoyed the program overall and appreciate the skill and knowledge it imparted onto me.”
I really like this program and the opportunities it gives for students. I have learned a lot in a span of 4 weeks, and it was a difficult but great experience. I just wish it was longer and had more time, and I just hope to improve from here and deepen my knowledge.”
I learned more valuable [things] about my concept than I ever knew and I’m grateful for LTU and MICUP for sponsoring such a great event.”
We are excited to announce the research projects for the Summer 2025 MICUP program.
| Faculty Mentor | Department | Research Project Title |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Franco Delogu | Humanities, Social Sciences, + Communication | Applying Immersive Virtual Reality to Neuropsychology |
| Dr. Paul Jaussen | Humanities, Social Sciences, + Communication | Detroit Working Class Literature |
| Dr. Matthew Johnston | Math + Computer Science | Exploring Mathematical Models of Infectious Disease Spread |
| Dr. Aleksandra Kuzmanov | Natural Sciences | Environment and Reproductive Health: Exploring the Effects of Plastics on Fertility Using the Model Organism Caenorhabditis elegans |
| Dr. Tao Liu | Math + Computer Science | Play with Voxels – Volumetric Analysis Using 3D CNN |
| Dr. Angela Morris | Nursing | Research in Nursing Methods |
| Dr. Irfana Muqbil | Natural Sciences | From In-Silico Screening to In-Vitro Testing: Identifying Lead Compounds for Anticancer Activity |
| Dr. Shannon Timmons | Natural Sciences | A Search for Safer Plastics: Synthesis of Bisphenol A Analogs for Toxicity Testing |
| Dr. Yelena Vaynberg | Math + Computer Science | Exploring the Intersection of Mathematics and Engineering for the Design and Fabrication of Kinetic 3D Printing Sculptures |
| Dr. Changgong Zhou | Natural Sciences | Experimental Study of Optical Forces on Micron-Sized Particles |
The College of Arts and Sciences is proud to offer hands-on STEM Education programs for visiting high school groups. Explore our full list of fun biology, chemistry, and physics activities for your high school class!
Inspired by the groundbreaking women of color who helped NASA win the Space Race, the Hidden Figures ScholarTM program aims to empower young women through immersive STEM Education workshops.
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