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U of M climate commitments advance a leading, sustainable future

The Board of Regents examined University’s progress toward reducing emissions by 60% by 2023 and becoming carbon neutral by 2050.

Feature

Seeing mental health through a different lens

The School of Nursing is partnering with law enforcement for clinical experiences in rural Minnesota.

Research Brief

New species of parasitic wasp associated with soybean pest in Minnesota

Researchers at the University of Minnesota have discovered a new species of tiny parasitic wasp that might prove beneficial to managing soybean gall midge, a recently emerged pest in Midwest soybean fields that can have devastating impacts on plant production.

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First-of-its-kind measurement of Universe’s expansion rate weighs in on longstanding astronomy debate

University of Minnesota-led research could help more accurately determine the Universe’s age

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U of M graduate programs excel in latest U.S. News rankings

University of Minnesota graduate programs received high marks in the latest US News rankings.

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Research Brief

U of M researchers develop resource to identify corn tar spot

Corn tar spot is a new disease causing significant yield loss in the United States. The lack of information about the pathogen and epidemiology of the disease — which was first reported in the U.S. in 2015 and has since spread to multiple states, including Minnesota in 2019 — has made it difficult to diagnose and treat properly.

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U of M researchers map the genome of the world’s grumpiest cat

University of Minnesota researchers recently led successful efforts to build the first genome for Pallas’s cat (Otocolobus manul).

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Jeff Ettinger selected as interim president of the U of M

The University's Board of Regents made the selection following public interviews of four finalists for the position.

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Talking bank collapses and interest rates with U of M

As interest-related risks to small banks continue, professor Michael Iselin explains what it means for consumers.

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News Release

U of M proposes tuition pilots

At its May meetings, the Board of Regents will discuss a model that will pilot innovative tuition programs while maintaining broad best practices.

Feature

Three questions with Truman Scholars Carter Yost and Joleece Pecore

Two University of Minnesota students selected for the prestigious Truman Scholarship talk about where they’ve been and what they hope to accomplish.

Research Brief

COVID-19 mortality spiked among white and rural populations in U.S. during Delta and Omicron waves

Racial disparities in U.S. COVID-19 deaths narrowed substantially from the first to the second year of the pandemic.

News Release

Four finalists named for U of M interim president

The University's Board of Regents advanced finalists following a special meeting to review applicants for the position.

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News Release

U of M to lead new AI Institute focusing on climate-smart agriculture and forestry

The new AI-CLIMATE institute will leverage artificial intelligence to create more sustainable agriculture and forestry industries

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Feature

Design to save pollinators

With pollinator populations on the decline, a Minnesota program is drawing on U of M expertise to make it easier for Minnesotans to incorporate pollinator-friendly plants.

A blank COVID-19 vaccination card with a syringe and a glass bottom of vaccine sitting on top of it.

Research Brief

U of M faculty find that language barriers negatively affect clinical outcomes

Analysis examined COVID-19 vaccination rates and clinical outcomes and their relationship to language barriers and disparities.

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A chance to ‘nerd out’ about policy issues

Master’s student Gustave Stewart hopes to help make cities and communities healthier and more equitable.

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Talking Minnesota’s migratory birds with U of M

Avian Ecologist Steve Kolbe with the Natural Resources Research Institute at the University of Minnesota Duluth answers questions about migratory bird populations in Minnesota, their migration routes and patterns and the condition of their habitats.

Research Brief

Quitting smoking leads to a lower risk of household food insecurity

When a tobacco user quits smoking, their household is less likely to experience food insecurity in the following year.

Nick Phelps, Ph.D. Credit: University of Minnesota

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Talking aquatic invasive species with U of M

Minnesota’s Fishing Opener is on May 13 this year and the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) is a top concern for many as anglers and boaters return to the lakes.