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Accelerating Genetics Research with Advanced Research Computing: The Canine Genome
Man’s best friend is helping scientists unlock the secrets of genetic diversity. In a recent collaborative study, Dr. Jeffrey Kidd, professor of Human Genetics and Computational Medicine & Bioinformatics at the University of Michigan Medical School, led the computational effort to assemble the canine genome with unprecedented clarity, a crucial step toward understanding how DNA mutations drive complex…
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New Resource: Appropriate Use of AI Services
As artificial intelligence tools become increasingly integrated into daily work, education, research, and teaching, the University of Michigan has published a new resource to help community members use these powerful services appropriately and responsibly. The Appropriate Use of AI Services & U-M Policy guide provides clear, actionable direction organized around five key areas: Each section links to supporting…
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Q&A with CIO Kerry Flynn: How Ross IT Supports the Evolving Technology Needs of the School
Technology supports nearly every part of the work being done at Michigan Ross — from the admissions process and classroom instruction to day-to-day troubleshooting, events, major school projects, and more. Chief Information Officer Kerry Flynn shares how Ross IT supports the Ross community, what major projects are ahead, and how the team is helping the school adapt to evolving…
Message from the VPIT-CIO
I hope you are enjoying the beginning of summer and finding opportunities to spend time outdoors, connect with those around you, and recharge. Although the pace of campus may feel different during the summer months, this remains an active time for technology professionals across the University of Michigan. Teams throughout our campuses and Michigan Medicine are maintaining essential services, advancing projects, and preparing for the arrival of students in August. Much of this work takes place behind the scenes, but it touches nearly every part of the university experience.
Profiles in Technology – Colleen McCormick: Giving Context to Tech
Becoming the trusted source of technology at the University of Michigan takes time, effort, and skill. Human beings are the center of that, with Colleen McCormick bridging the gap between customers and Information and Technology Services. Since 2010, Colleen has helped countless people as a Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) for ITS. “When I looked at this job, I…
Profiles in Technology – Matthew New
Matthew New always wanted to work at U-M, and after eight years as an IT manager in the private sector, he started a desktop support role in a small department in the College of Engineering (CoE). Almost 18 years later, Matthew has advanced through a variety of IT roles and recently became the Associate Director of Departmental IT…
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Tech Tip: Standard Ebooks
This month, I’m sharing a volunteer-driven project that transforms public domain works into beautifully crafted, modern ebooks that are free to read, reuse, and remix: Standard Ebooks. Drawing on sources like Project Gutenberg, the project meticulously proofs each text, applies a professional-grade style manual, and embeds rich metadata to create consistent, high-quality editions optimized for today’s ereaders and…
Safe Computing
Upcoming Vulnerability Management (DS-21) Changes
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly changing the sphere of cybersecurity threats to IT infrastructures. The number of attacks targeting the university is increasing, while the time between identification and exploitation is decreasing. ITS Information Assurance (IA) is cognizant of the shifting threat landscape and is finalizing updates to the Vulnerability Management (DS-21) standard. Vulnerability management is a critical component of…
