Zachary Neal, Michigan State University (IMAGE) Michigan State University Caption A study by Michigan State University sociologist Zachary Neal suggests advances in technology have allowed smaller cities to compete with urban powers. Credit Michigan State University Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.