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The ultimate rescue

A stray dog’s journey led to a historic medical first at the University of Minnesota — and a new horizon for canine and human cancer care.

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Dustin Morrow’s journey with Ojibwemowin

Rooted in the Ojibwe traditions of his childhood, Dustin Morrow turned a spark of inspiration into a lifelong mission for language revitalization. Today, he uses linguistic training to deepen his connection to his native tongue and empower the next generation of Ojibwe speakers.

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175 faces, facts and firsts

For 175 years, the University of Minnesota has helped shape the state’s future — advancing knowledge, strengthening communities and serving the public good. Celebrate with 175 faces, facts and firsts from University of Minnesota history, including people and discoveries that have changed lives for the better for Minnesota, the nation, and world.

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Behind the scenes: The high-stakes art of apple naming

It takes science and strategy to arrive at the sweet success that comes from breeding a winning apple in challenging northern climates. But from the Haralson to the Honeycrsip, the University of Minnesota has landed again and again on just the right recipe.

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From personal challenge to innovation

Drawing from his own daily life and a passion for engineering, a recent University of Minnesota graduate is tackling carpal tunnel for wheelchair users and reimagining personal safety alarms for women.

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Medicinal chemistry course simulates real drug development landscape

A course offering for first- and second-year medicinal chemistry graduate students in the College of Pharmacy replicates “real-world” therapeutic development. The experiential course helps students apply what they’ve learned in an authentic drug development environment.

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The next breath

One Veterinary Medical Center resident’s research is helping to shape the future of canine cardiac care by using a simple breath test to monitor patient health.

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Talking trauma informed care with University of Minnesota

This fall, the University of Minnesota College of Continuing & Professional Studies (CCAPS) launched a new, fully online Trauma Informed Care Certificate. Tom Hegblom, director of graduate studies for the counselor education programs in CCAPS, answers questions about the benefits of trauma-informed care and how it helps people across contexts. 
 

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Managing Minnesota's fisheries for the future

In this video, graduate student Grace Hemmelgarn explains her research on walleye and other fish communities at Minnesota's Pelican Lake. The work will inform management practices that protect Minnesota's fisheries for the future.

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Ecological powerhouse on the prairie

The University of Minnesota’s Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve has grown into the world hub for terrestrial ecology — and collaborative research.