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Predatory use of criminal justice

Cities target low-income citizens, people of color with fines and fees, U researchers say.

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We’re on the brink of mass extinction — but there’s still time to fix it

UMN researchers explain threats biodiversity faces and the opportunity we have to save species before it’s too late.

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Gophers score well with B1G academic honors

Twelve dozen University of Minnesota student-athletes were honored on the Academic All-Big Ten Team for spring and at-large sports, the conference announced on May 31.

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Help astronomers find ‘baby’ galaxies that give birth to new stars

A new UMN-led citizen science project uses the public to find “baby” galaxies that are giving birth to new stars.

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Regents invite comments on proposed 2018 operating budget

Regents will launch a new online feedback form to gather input on the president’s recommended budget.

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Tade O. Okediji

Tade O. Okediji is a 2016-17 Morse-Alumni Undergraduate Teaching Award Winner

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UMN announces launch of agricultural partnership between Brazil and MN

UMN and Embrapa are joining forces to tackle problems of viable productivity growth in agriculture.

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State investment shows support for U of M’s education, outreach, research

Today, University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler responded to the close of the Minnesota legislative session.

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Two University of Minnesota students named 2017 Astronaut Scholars

Two U of M students have been named Astronaut Scholars for the 2017-18 academic year.

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U of M startup enVerde LLC to commercialize new waste-to-energy technology

Startup company enVerde signed an agreement with the U to develop a technology that converts organic waste into syngas.

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U report explores healthy and equitable development in Twin Cities suburbs

Healthy & Equitable Development Project identifies issues, opportunity in affordable living, active transportation.

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Kurt F. Kipfmueller

Kurt F. Kipfmueller is a 2016-17 Morse-Alumni Undergraduate Teaching Award Winner

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America’s uneven war toll

Dead and wounded are increasingly from poorer parts of country, says study.

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Helping vets succeed in business

The Carlson MBA program helps military vets translate their skills into careers.

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Gopher softball team wins B1G

The U of M softball team has backed up its Big Ten regular season title with another championship—its second straight Big Ten Tournament title—and now looks to make a move in the NCAA Tournament.