The case focuses on the genes BRCA1 and BRCA2. These genes are used in tests to determine if a person has a heightened risk of hereditary ovarian or breast cancer.
The Supreme Court heard arguments last week about whether human genes can be patented. The court’s ruling could drastically change the biotech industry and also the way universities do research.
Kirk Heinze talks with Rolling Stones keyboard player and conservationist Chuck Leavell, Chasing Ice director Jeff Orlowski, and agriculture advocate and MSU Trustee Dianne Byrum.
Today on Current State: Lansing police chief retires; folk legend Tom Paxton; Michigan tourism; world renowned trumpeter Alison Balsom; and the Lansing Marathon.
Teresa Szymanski joined the Lansing Police Department in 1987. She earned her stripes over the years and rose to become the city’s police chief in 2010. Her tenure has been marked with successes and setbacks.
Chief Szymanski is retiring from the Lansing Police Department this week. She chats with Current State about her time at the helm of Lansing law enforcement.
Folk singer Tom Paxton recently said that he enjoys songwriting more than ever. That’s especially noteworthy since he’s been doing that since the 60’s. Then, Paxton was at the center of America’s folk revival, performing in Greenwich Village with the likes of Bob Dylan, Phil Ochs and others.
Tom Paxton talks about singing, songwriting and his eventful musical career with Current State.
World renowned trumpeter, Alison Balsom said she is looking forward to performing at Hill Auditorium because of the great acoustics it has to offer for her style of music.
Trumpeter Alison Balsom is one of the world’s premiere performers on the classical stage and on major recording labels. She comes to Ann Arbor’s Hill Auditorium Saturday, April 20th. WKAR's Peter Whorf previews her concert.
The state of Michigan saw an increase in tourism spending in 2012, most of which can be attributed to travelers from other states.
This week, at the annual Pure Michigan Governor’s Conference on Tourism, MSU professor and tourism expert Sarah Nicholls predicted another year of industry growth. Nicholls speaks with Current States Emanuele Berry to unveil more tourism trends and plans for Michigan.
