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Talking with U of M

Talking PTSD Month with the U of M

Professor Sophia Albott discusses the origins of PTSD, common misconceptions of the disorder and today’s treatment options.

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Research Brief

Researchers discover a key cause of energy loss in spintronic materials

A study led by U of M researchers uncovered a property of magnetic materials that will allow engineers to develop more efficient spintronic devices in the future, which could lead to faster and more efficient computing and data storage.

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Research Brief

Weight teasing is a risk factor for disordered eating in young people across demographic groups

The study was led by Ph.D. student Laura Hooper and published in the International Journal of Eating Disorders.

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News Release

Updates suggest strong fall enrollment compared to a year ago for the U of M system

Systemwide, more first-year students have confirmed their intent to attend the University of Minnesota this fall compared to the same time one year ago, one of several updates received by the University’s Board of Regents this week.

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Two University of Minnesota students named 2021 Astronaut Scholars

University students Sauviz Alaei and Nathan Pharis named 2021 Astronaut Scholars.

Research Brief

Oral health needs among youth with a history of foster care

Researchers find that, compared to their peers, youth with a history of foster care have self-identified dental needs and have less access to a dentist to address these needs.

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U of M School of Public Health and Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies collaborate on unique Certificate in Healthcare Management for Behavioral Health

The Certificate in Healthcare Management for Behavioral Health will provide skills in human resources and managing a practice, a deeper understanding of the larger U.S. healthcare system and its finances and leadership training.

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[VIDEO] Ask a U of M Expert: Addressing vaccine myths and hesitancy

Part of the new “Ask a U of M Expert” video talks, Dr. Mansky answered questions from journalists about vaccine 101, myths and hesitancy.

Expert Alert

Supreme Court case on women’s exclusion from military registration

The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear a case challenging the constitutionality of women’s exclusion from military registration.

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A new way to promote mental health

Medical student Carmen Aguirre does it by creating and auctioning artwork as non-fungible tokens.

The new solar array in the parking lot next to Mondale Hall.

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Leading by example

At the University of Minnesota, combating climate change is serious business and a top priority.

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Female founders build a startup with a style all their own

Years of building their skills and knowledge have paid off with a brand they can be proud of, say U of M alums.

Talking with U of M

Talking pet anxiety with U of M

Anxiety at being left home alone can be real for many pets, particularly dogs. Kristi Flynn, DVM, an assistant professor at the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences and Dana Emerson, VT, a certified training partner at the Veterinary Medical Center, offer advice on how owners can help decrease their pet’s anxiety during the transition back to the office.

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News Release

University of Minnesota Board of Regents set to discuss proposed annual operating budget

The Board of Regents will review President Joan Gabel’s recommended operating budget for the coming fiscal year at its June meeting.

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Proposing a ‘ReToast’ to less food waste

Four food science and nutrition students have found a way to turn food waste into an award-winning cookie concept.

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U of M receives CDC funding to sequence 6,000 COVID samples

The University of Minnesota Genomics Center (UMGC) announced today it has received funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to conduct genome sequencing on 6,000 COVID-19 samples to aid national and global viral surveillance efforts.

News Release

Story Archive

Talking PTSD Month with the U of M

Researchers discover a key cause of energy loss in spintronic materials

Weight teasing is a risk factor for disordered eating in young people across demographic groups

Updates suggest strong fall enrollment compared to a year ago for the U of M system

Two University of Minnesota students named 2021 Astronaut Scholars

U of M School of Public Health and Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies collaborate on unique Certificate in Healthcare Management for Behavioral Health

[VIDEO] Ask a U of M Expert: Addressing vaccine myths and hesitancy

Supreme Court case on women’s exclusion from military registration

A new way to promote mental health

Leading by example

Female founders build a startup with a style all their own

Talking pet anxiety with U of M

University of Minnesota Board of Regents set to discuss proposed annual operating budget

Proposing a ‘ReToast’ to less food waste

U of M receives CDC funding to sequence 6,000 COVID samples

U of M researchers find as planet warms, the world's lakes are losing oxygen rapidly

How biking infrastructure has changed during the pandemic

Killer flies, ignoring gravity’s help, conduct powerful aerial strike to catch prey

Mosquitos in Minnesota