ANN ARBOR - In an advance that could push cheap, ubiquitous solar power closer to reality, University of Michigan researchers have found a way to coax electrons to travel much further than was previously thought possible in the materials often used for organic solar cells and other organic semiconductors. "For years, people had treated the
FENTON - Webasto Thermo & Comfort North America, a global tier-one automotive and aftermarket equipment manufacturer, has appointed John Thomas as Head of Electric Vehicle Charging Solutions North America. Thomas' focus will be to provide one of the most comprehensive electric vehicle charging approaches, as Webasto is one of the only suppliers to offer a
LANSING - LAFCU’s investment in Autobooks, a Detroit-based financial technology company, has paved the way for LAFCU members to be the first in mid-Michigan to benefit from innovative software that helps business owners manage funds. “Technology is accelerating efficiencies in the financial sector, and we want to be on the forefront of providing these efficiencies
ANN ARBOR - Consumer sentiment has remained at very favorable levels for more than a year. In the February survey, it was just below the October 2017 peak of 100.7, the highest level since 2004, according to the University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers. Expected gains in incomes, jobs and after-tax pay dominated concerns about
TROY – AxleTech, a leading powertrain technology company for heavy-duty vehicles announced two new additions to its executive leadership team. Rick Larkin joins AxleTech as Chief Financial Officer, overseeing accounting, treasury, tax, and strategic financial planning and reporting. Larkin brings over 35 years of financial and executive management experience in technology, transportation, and manufacturing industries
LANSING - AT&T Tuesday named David Lewis, a 10-year veteran of the company’s external, government and public affairs departments, president of AT&T Michigan. In addition to his service to AT&T, Lewis has been a member of the Board of Directors for the Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce, the United Way of Central Indiana, the Hispanic Business
PLYMOUTH - Two new board members have joined the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center - Carla Bailo of the Center for Automotive Research and Ed Terris of Peckham Inc. Bailo brings with her a variety of qualities and connections that will benefit the Board of Directors. In her current role as President and CEO of CAR,
ROYAL OAK - Where are we headed in terms of small business development in the year 2030? The Michigan Small Business Development Center is working on that in its 2030 plan. How does drone technology impact business. Autonomous Vehicles. Cybersecurity. Artificial Intelligence all are under review by the MISBC. Jennifer Deamud, Associate State Director of
DETROIT - DTE customers can expect to see natural gas prices drop in March and again in April – nearly a 20 percent drop over the March 2017 price. The two-month decrease will mark the fourth price drop for natural gas in the last thirteen months. While some parts of the Northeast saw the price
BEER-SHEVA, Israel - Ben-Gurion University of the Negev researchers have developed a new software that will enhance many smart camera applications, including facial recognition for security and augmented reality. Light Invariant Video Imaging (LIVI) software technology will significantly improve picture clarity in sub-optimal lighting and enhance object recognition. LIVI increases camera functionality eliminating the effects
