The University of Minnesota, often referred to as the U of M or the U, is a public research university with its flagship campus located in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. Founded in 1851, it is one of the oldest and largest institutions in the Midwest and comprises several campuses across Minnesota, including Duluth, Rochester, and Morris. The university is known for its strong emphasis on research, evidenced by its classification as an R1 Doctoral University with very high research activity. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across various fields, including health sciences, engineering, humanities, law, and business. The U of M is also recognized for its contributions to innovation and public service, as well as its competitive athletic programs, notably in football, basketball, and hockey, where it competes in the Big Ten Conference. The university’s extensive alumni network spans globally, contributing significantly to various sectors both domestically and internationally.
Harnessing these molecules can significantly impact agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and electronics. Chemists at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities College of Science and Engineering have successfully…
A new study will improve the detection of gravitational waves—ripples in space and time. Scientists at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities College of Science…
A recent study found some of the oldest animals in the world living in a place you wouldn’t expect: fishes in the Arizona desert. Scientists…
Health professionals have long praised the benefits of insoluble fiber for bowel regularity and overall health. New findings from the University of Minnesota provide further…
Researchers from the University of Minnesota successfully create thin film of unique semimetal for the first time. For the first time, a team from the…
A University of Minnesota professor heads an international group of geoscientists investigating earthquake-impacted regions. An international team led by the University of Minnesota Twin Cities…
In a new study published in The Lancet Infectious Diseases, University of Minnesota researchers found that metformin, a drug commonly used to treat diabetes, prevents…
In a groundbreaking study by the University of Minnesota, research has uncovered unexpected correlations between human cognition and personality traits — the cornerstones of individual…
Theoretical physicists help expand the search for new particle — ‘axions’ — that could help answer one of the most puzzling questions in physics. One…
A team of researchers has developed a high-efficiency superconducting diode with potential applications in scaling up quantum computing and enhancing AI systems. This device can…
A revolutionary new diagnostic method developed by researchers will allow for faster and more accurate disease identification. Researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities…
University of Minnesota-led research could help more accurately determine the Universe’s age. A University of Minnesota Twin Cities-led team used a first-of-its-kind technique to measure…
The algorithm of a massive social media company provides mental health support to some, but at what expense? As TikTok continues to gain popularity, concerns…
Galaxy is the smallest ever discovered at this distance—around 500 million years after the Big Bang. Researchers using the James Webb Space Telescope discovered a…
Researchers shift the narrative of human evolution through paleontological and geological fieldwork. According to new research led by the University of Minnesota, the story of…
According to a study conducted by researchers at Penn State College of Medicine and the University of Minnesota, certain medications, such as dextromethorphan, which is…
This contactless manipulation method has potential applications in industries including robotics and manufacturing. A team of researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities has…
An analysis of tissue samples from the autopsies of 44 people who died with COVID-19 shows that SAR-CoV-2 virus spread throughout the body—including into the…