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U of M Venture Center launches record 18 startup companies in FY17

Electronics

U of M Venture Center launches record 18 startup companies in FY17

The U of M launched a record 18 startup companies over the past year based on discoveries and inventions by researchers.

Changing course to make change

Carlson student Edward Presley

Changing course to make change

Non-traditional student Edward Presley is using his life experience to help others succeed.

U of M awarded nearly $4M for retention of underrepresented STEM students

A student describes his research at a poster session

U of M awarded nearly $4M for retention of underrepresented STEM students

Goal is to increase the number of students of color and American Indian students pursuing STEM

Attacking the problem

Harold Tu discusses something with a healthcare worker.

Attacking the problem

The U of M’s School of Dentistry is actively working to prevent opioid addiction.

New U report explores sex buyers in Minnesota

Trafficking

New U report explores sex buyers in Minnesota

First-of-its-kind research provides insight toward national model to combating sex trafficking.

Kawitaya Daḳota uƞkiapi kte

Vanessa Goodthunder on horse.

Kawitaya Daḳota uƞkiapi kte

Vanessa Goodthunder’s new phone app could renew the Dakota language.

World-renowned site of ecosystem research turns 75

Cedar Creek

World-renowned site of ecosystem research turns 75

The University of Minnesota’s Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve marks milestone with September 9 celebration.

Dome Construction Begins on Planetarium at the New Bell Museum

Bell Museum Planetarium Rendering

Dome Construction Begins on Planetarium at the New Bell Museum

Latest Technology Makes the Theater the First of Its Kind in the World.

UMN celebrates 158 years at the Great Minnesota Get Together

A marching band wearing gold T-shirts walks while playing at the Minnesota State Fair with the Skyride operating overhead.

UMN celebrates 158 years at the Great Minnesota Get Together

Exhibits and events focus on addressing issues impacting all Minnesotans.

Researchers to develop mobile sensor technology, improve job performance

Workplace productivity tech

Researchers to develop mobile sensor technology, improve job performance

Mobile sensors for workplace productivity? Activity trackers for meetings? U of M faculty are making it possible.

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