In response to claims of unfairness and bias in tools used in hiring, college admissions, predictive policing, health interventions, and more, the University of Minnesota (U of M) recently developed a new set of auditing guidelines for AI tools.
Researchers at the U of M identified the structural mechanism that may explain why omicron is so effective in infecting people, both vaccinated and unvaccinated, and suggested ways to curb its spread.
Parasitic tapeworms have a complex life cycle moving from plankton to fish and then fish-eating birds. New research on how parasite resistance in threespine stickleback fish may lead to a better understanding of human diseases such as cystic and liver fibrosis.
A new study led by U of M researchers shows that remotely sensed traits of plants — captured by aircraft from far above — can provide valuable insights into soil health and ecosystem conservation.
The Gnat Ogre is a tiny predator that grabs other insects out of the air, catching them with extreme precision. New research reveals how, offering a valuable source of insights for efforts to design robots, drones and more.
A new study by researchers in the University of Minnesota College of Science and Engineering’s St. Anthony Falls Laboratory found that popular wakesurf boats require a greater distance from the shoreline and other boats compared to more typical recreational boats.
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.
In a groundbreaking new study, researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities used a customized printer to fully 3D print a flexible organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display.
In a new study, U of M researchers demonstrate how to transform silica — commonly found in construction materials — into a self-assembling, dynamic and resilient material.
Through internships, U of M students interested in transportation are gaining valuable experience and providing a service to the state’s transportation infrastructure.
The University of Minnesota has a key role in the GREATER MSP Partnership proposal that was selected as one of the 60 finalists for grants funded by the $1 billion federal “Build Back Better Regional Challenge” this week, University officials said today. The GREATER MSP Partnership involves more than 50 partner organizations and seeks to accelerate job growth and racial equity by growing Minnesota’s bio-innovation sector.
Large segments of society are under-represented in science and engineering within academia at every level, but particularly among tenured professors. A new study points to a key reason: retention.
