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Agriculture and Environment

Research Brief

Copycat red nectar shows promise as a natural colorant and is gecko-approved

Colored nectars are rare in nature. The colors lure in pollinators, and new patented research could attract industry partners in search of natural colorant options.

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Beavers support freshwater conservation and ecosystem stability

A new study from Natural Resources Research Institute has conclusively demonstrated that beavers are essential for freshwater conservation and ecosystem stability.

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Research brief: Wolves might help moose avoid acquiring a deadly deer parasite

A new study from the College of Veterinary Medicine and the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa offers a new theory on the role of wolves in disease transmission among prey.

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Architecture and Design

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Work on things that matter to you

An interview with recent alumna and apparel designer Claire Lumen.

An exploded view of prize-winner Rachel Davel's final product

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Students partner with industry to ‘bring the outdoors in’

A partnership with Andersen Windows and Doors allows College of Design students to gain real-world experience in product design.

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Seek out collaboration: An interview with alumnus Juan Andrés Rujana

A fashion label is working to bring awareness to the refugee crisis.

Arts and Humanities

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Sharing her perspective on African American art

Starasea Nidiala Camara curated a current exhibition at the Minneapolis Institute of Art featuring African American artists of the South and the traditions in which they’re rooted.

News Release

U of M holds reopening celebration following Pillsbury Hall’s completed renovation

Join the event on Friday, September 17, 2021 at 11:30 a.m.

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“Why Canoes?” exhibit opens in Northrop Gallery

Exhibit exploring the interconnectedness between the Native Canoe Program, University of Minnesota and members of three Indigenous communities around Mni Sota Makoce.

Business and Management

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Expert Alert

The impact of Super Bowl ads

When it comes to television commercials, the Super Bowl is the biggest stage. But does the investment pay off? Assistant Professor Linli Xu speaks to how much of an impression Super Bowl commercials leave behind.

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Expert Alert

Inflation pains compounded by ‘exhaustion multiplier’

Mark Bergen with the Carlson School of Management comments on ways consumers and businesses can cope with inflation.

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Research Brief

Pro-worker ideas in political manifestos linked to more votes

A new study shows focusing on pro-worker ideas — such as improving work conditions or increasing jobs — could be a winning move for political parties.

Campus Affairs

News Release

University of Minnesota receives grant to expand efforts to address racial disparities in housing

The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation has awarded the University of Minnesota a $615,000 grant for Mapping Prejudice. This transformational funding will allow the Mapping Prejudice team to build collaborations that can advance racial justice in Minnesota.

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Strategic plan achievements, key accountability measures reflect busy year at U of M

During the last governing board meeting of 2021, the University of Minnesota’s Board of Regents and President Joan Gabel took stock of the University’s many strategic successes despite the challenges of the past year.

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U of M research enterprise celebrates historic year for achievements, funding

The annual report on U of M research, which will be publicly presented to the Board of Regents next Thursday, will highlight a collection of record-breaking achievements from the past year.

COVID-19 Stories, Insights, Expertise

Research Brief

University of Minnesota study tests wildlife for SARS-CoV-2 virus

As part of a pilot surveillance project to detect SARS-CoV-2 spread between people and animals, nearly 600 of Minnesota’s wild animals were tested for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 in 2021.

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Talking critically-needed blood donations with the U of M

University of Minnesota Medical School expert Claudia Cohn talks blood donation during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Portrait of Professor David Boulware next to stock image of a vaccine.

Expert Alert

COVID drug treatments

University of Minnesota Medical School expert David Boulware speaks about the relevance and impact of drug treatment for COVID-19

Education

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Biostatistics goes to high school

Through a School of Public Health partnership with St. Paul Public Schools, ninth grade students are exposed to data science via an interactive (and dare-we-say-fun) curriculum.

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Talking aging family planning with U of M

Marti DeLiema Ph.D., an assistant professor in the College of Education and Human Development, shares tips on how older adults can have meaningful conversations with adult family members.

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U of M and Minneapolis Public Schools establish partnership to improve outcomes for students

Today, the University of Minnesota’s College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) and Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) announced a 3-year partnership, with the support of the Minneapolis Foundation, that aims to turn research into reality to improve outcomes for students.

Health

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U of M proposal advances partnership with Duluth community health systems to prepare the future health care workforce in Greater Minnesota

The University of Minnesota is taking significant steps to partner with the City of Duluth, St. Luke’s and Essentia Health to expand regional teaching and research space in Duluth.

Research Brief

University of Minnesota study tests wildlife for SARS-CoV-2 virus

As part of a pilot surveillance project to detect SARS-CoV-2 spread between people and animals, nearly 600 of Minnesota’s wild animals were tested for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 in 2021.

Research Brief

Culturally-centered care increases feelings of respect, autonomy for birthing people of color

University of Minnesota (U of M) researchers partnering with Roots Community Birth Clinic (Roots) in Minneapolis found that alternative care models centering the birthing person’s culture and relationships may be able to improve their experiences and health during pregnancy.

Law and Policy

Emily Buchholz, Molly Mckinsey, and Edmond Pine examine honeycomb held by Susan Brown, owner of Mademoiselle Miel, on the roof of her shop ~Photo by Tony Nelson.

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Minnesota Law students help bee nonprofit to get airborne

Law students Molly McKinsey and Edmund Pine got a honey of an assignment assisting a local business.

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Tadd Johnson: Building relationships from the ground up

Since becoming the senior director of American Indian Tribal Nations Relations, Tadd Johnson has opened a meaningful dialogue between the U of M and Minnesota’s tribes.

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Korina Barry: Creating 'the community we deserve'

As U of M alumna Korina Barry transitions from a career in child welfare to a new position in Indigenous advocacy, she reflects on her own personal journey.

Science and Technology

Research Brief

Copycat red nectar shows promise as a natural colorant and is gecko-approved

Colored nectars are rare in nature. The colors lure in pollinators, and new patented research could attract industry partners in search of natural colorant options.

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New University of Minnesota collaboration with OpenBiome to treat patients with recurrent C. difficile infections

Increasing patient access to fecal microbiota transplantation.

Sports and Recreation

Ilsa Shobe, in red cap, dark goggles and red leggings, skates hard on a track.

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Skater on fast track to stardom in sports and science

Biomedical engineering senior Ilsa Shobe trains for the Olympics and a career in medicine.

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Student-athletes set new record for graduation rate

Minnesota's new Graduate Success Rate leads all Power Five–conference public institutions.

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Talking cold weather running tips with the U of M

Christopher Lundstrom, a lecturer in the School of Kinesiology, shares tips on how runners can approach running in cold temperatures.

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Twin Cities venues prepare to enforce vaccine-or-test mandate at ticketed events

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Partisanship Made the Omicron Crisis Worse

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