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Bringing people together in new ways, fostering discoveries, and making our world a better place. University of Minnesota, Research & Innovation Office (RIO)
Minnesota
Joined October 2011
RIO is searching for a Managing Director to lead the new NSF-funded R2I2 National Office! This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of research translation and innovation. Learn more and apply today! Job ID 369599 .#Research #Innovation #JobSearch #NSF @UMN_Jobs @UMNIonE.
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UMN’s ten Research and Outreach Centers (ROCs) play a crucial role in advancing agricultural and natural resource knowledge and innovation for Minnesotans. Their specialty research brings Minnesotans together to nurture tomorrow!
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UMN will host the 51 Pegasi b Fellowship program which advances fundamental understanding of solar system science, exoplanet science, and closely related topics in planetary astronomy. Applications for the Fellowship will be accepted through October 3rd.
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Only one week left to submit the LOI for the Artist-in-Residence program! Each award must create an artistic outcome to be displayed or performed. RIO anticipates two awards of up to $50K will be made in 2025. LOI due Aug. 11; application opens Aug. 12; proposals due Sept. 9.
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The Artist-in-Residence program opens August 12th! This program will bring together artists with scientists to spur creative thinking and innovation. Learn more about the program: LOI due Aug. 11; application opens Aug. 12; proposals due Sept. 9.
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To Suffer What We Can't Evade: What is Medicine’s Role in Responding to Suffering?🩺. Join Tyler Tate, MD, MA, for a powerful #bioethics webinar:.🗓️ Aug. 26 | 12–1 p.m. CDT.🔗 #MedTwitter #HealthcareEthics #Webinar
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Over $2 million has been awarded to support UMN research infrastructure! As part of the 2025 Research Infrastructure Investment Program, awards support initiatives that will improve research infrastructure, facilities, and support services across UMN.
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We are excited to announce the recipients of the 2025 Social Justice Impact Grants! Congratulations to Gail Dubrow, Yuanyuan Hu, Fayola Jacobs, G.Nic Rider, and Jeff Waid. Read the full story:
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Jason Hill, a professor in UMN’s Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering, is quoted in a recent Star Tribune article, raising concerns about how federal estimates may undercount the climate impact of biofuels like ethanol. Read the story:
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Hear what Extension educator Laura Irish-Hanson (right) had to say about gardening this summer in Minnesota!
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UMN researchers are exploring the potentials of perennial flax as anything from a cut flower to a crop grown for oil seed. Get the full story:
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At the Development Corporation of Austin’s annual meeting, UMN VP for Research and Innovation Shashank Priya highlighted key regional initiatives that reflect the UMN's commitment to driving statewide impact through research, innovation, and collaboration.
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Last week’s inaugural BioTech Day brought together faculty, researchers and industry to celebrate a legacy of collaboration and spark new partnerships in biotechnology and biomanufacturing. Read more:
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We are seeking nominations for our Research Technical Staff Award, which recognizes research staff for their service and contributions to the UMN research community. RIO unit staff are not eligible for this award. The nomination deadline is June 2, 2025.
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UMN sleep medicine physician, Dr. Akinbolaji Akingbola, comments on which sleep hacks actually work in this New York Times article. Read more:
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A new report warns buying plants online can contribute to ecological harm. UMN researchers emphasize the importance of checking plant species before purchasing to prevent spreading invasive plants that threaten native ecosystems. Read more:
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As Minnesotans gear up for the growing season, the University of Minnesota has a warning about where you buy your plants.
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UMN researchers are part of a team that has discovered a new method to help break down PFAS, the so-called “forever chemicals,” using heat and iron. While promising, the researchers emphasize further study is needed. Learn more:
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UMN researchers are participating in a national study to determine whether brain scans can detect signs of autism as early as 6 months old! Learn more:
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Brain scans may be able to detect autism in children as young as six months old, according to a first-of-its-kind study happening in Minnesota.
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RT @UMNresearch: Applications for The Innovation Impact Case Award are now open!. This award recognizes research that has led to significan….
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Winter oilseed crops are gaining traction as sustainable aviation fuel feedstocks—offering powerful opportunities for both economic development and ecological regeneration. Learn more about how UMN’s Forever Green Initiative is leading this research:
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