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Study details how some fish cope with parasites, with implications for human health

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.

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Public attention leads to more women in boardrooms, divides remain

Promoting board gender diversity is often well received by investors, but the power of public attention presents a paradox for companies with less inclusive corporate cultures.

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Potential impacts of emerald ash borer on wildlife in black ash wetlands

New study assesses potential impacts of emerald ash borer on wildlife species dependent on black ash wetland forests.

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Using lasers and a long-term experiment to investigate how deer change a forest canopy

University of Minnesota researchers are using high-frequency lasers to learn more about how deer populations influence forest landscapes.

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New prevalence data on sex trading shows disproportional impact on transgender and gender diverse high school students

New study examines sex trading among high school students

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U of M study shows strong winter and summer warming in Minnesota by 2100

Projections from this study, led by Dr. Stefan Liess, a researcher in the Department of Soil, Water, and Climate, show that winter temperatures could rise by 11 degrees Fahrenheit by the end of the 21st century, with far fewer days of snow on the ground.

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Eye in the sky helps scientists “see” underground

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.

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Household food insecurity during adolescence is a risk factor for future disordered eating and high weight status in young adulthood

PhD candidate and researcher Laura Hooper found that 21% of people who experienced food insecurity during adolescence started binge eating in young adulthood.

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Study illuminates how tiny flies solve complex navigational challenges

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.

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Blood levels of common antiepileptic drugs drop during pregnancy, causing breakthrough seizures

A new study reinforces the need to proactively increase doses of certain medications and closely monitor blood levels over the course of pregnancy in people with epilepsy.

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Communication spillover processes in families

Close relationships strongly affect people’s health and wellbeing. However, anxious expectations of rejection, known as attachment anxiety, and beliefs that romantic partners can’t be trusted, known as attachment avoidance, often undermine relationship happiness.

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High-quality home health agencies are "out of reach" for Medicare beneficiaries of color

New research from the University of Minnesota School of Public Health (SPH) examines the association between Medicare home health patients’ race and income status and the quality of care they receive from home health agencies.

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New research examines the association between structural racism in labor markets and infant birth weight

Racist policies and practices that restrict Black workers from employment may drive racial inequities in birth outcomes among workers.

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Hunting alters virus evolution and transmission in pumas

A new study offers rare insight into the pathway of a common virus and the impact of different wildlife management strategies.

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University of Minnesota researchers study waves created by recreational boats

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.

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University of Minnesota study tests wildlife for SARS-CoV-2 virus

As part of a pilot surveillance project to detect SARS-CoV-2 spread between people and animals, nearly 600 of Minnesota’s wild animals were tested for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 in 2021.

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Culturally-centered care increases feelings of respect, autonomy for birthing people of color

University of Minnesota (U of M) researchers partnering with Roots Community Birth Clinic (Roots) in Minneapolis found that alternative care models centering the birthing person’s culture and relationships may be able to improve their experiences and health during pregnancy.

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Study details how some fish cope with parasites, with implications for human health

Public attention leads to more women in boardrooms, divides remain

Potential impacts of emerald ash borer on wildlife in black ash wetlands

Using lasers and a long-term experiment to investigate how deer change a forest canopy

New prevalence data on sex trading shows disproportional impact on transgender and gender diverse high school students

U of M study shows strong winter and summer warming in Minnesota by 2100

Eye in the sky helps scientists “see” underground

Household food insecurity during adolescence is a risk factor for future disordered eating and high weight status in young adulthood

Study illuminates how tiny flies solve complex navigational challenges

Blood levels of common antiepileptic drugs drop during pregnancy, causing breakthrough seizures

High-quality home health agencies are "out of reach" for Medicare beneficiaries of color

New research examines the association between structural racism in labor markets and infant birth weight

Hunting alters virus evolution and transmission in pumas

University of Minnesota researchers study waves created by recreational boats

University of Minnesota study tests wildlife for SARS-CoV-2 virus

Culturally-centered care increases feelings of respect, autonomy for birthing people of color

Copycat red nectar shows promise as a natural colorant and is gecko-approved

Studies prove resident-reported quality of life information should be used in nursing home report cards

Study shows high acceptance of proactively treating partners of people diagnosed with chlamydia

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