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Chemical engineering researcher Dr. Paul Dauenhauer poses for a portrait in front of a new chemical engineering and materials science display in Amundson Hall on Saturday, Feb. 13. Dauenhauer leads a lab that is developing biodegradable technologies to become an alternative to plastic and rubber.

The search for “perfect” recyclables: University researchers explore alternatives to plastics

by Becca Most, Campus Activities Reporter
Published February 17, 2021
In developing biodegradable alternatives, Dr. Paul Dauenhauer seeks to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
University researchers look into ways to help forests adapt to the climate crisis

University researchers look into ways to help forests adapt to the climate crisis

by Becca Most
Published February 12, 2021
Droughts have made it more difficult for forests in recent years.
Study by UMN researcher finds discrimination can lead to anxiety disorders

Study by UMN researcher finds discrimination can lead to anxiety disorders

by Abbey Machtig, Campus Administration Reporter
Published February 10, 2021
The research shows that discrimination, regardless of genetic factors, can contribute to anxiety.
University researchers developing aphid-resistant soybeans

University researchers developing aphid-resistant soybeans

by Becca Most, Campus Activities Reporter
Published February 8, 2021
These new plants could make it easier for organic farmers to combat the harmful pests, and could also reduce pollution caused by insecticide use in Minnesota.
Project Lead Nicole Wanner examines mouse DNA at the Andrew C. Boss Laboratory of Meat Science on Friday, Jan. 29. Wanner’s research focuses on how CBD oil affects pregnant mice and their offspring.

UMN research shows CBD use during pregnancy affects long-term behavior and brain activity in offspring

by Becca Most
Published February 2, 2021
Although human trials have yet to start, scientists say people should be wary of using CBD while pregnant.
University of Minnesota Cancer Researcher Micheal Olin poses with a live imaging photo depicting the size of brain tumors in mice in his lab on Wednesday, Jan. 27. Olin and his colleague Chris Moertel lead a team of researchers that created a cancer treatment that is in its first phase of 
 human trials.

UMN researchers start human trial of new cancer treatment

by Izzy Teitelbaum
Published January 27, 2021
This treatment for a specific kind of brain cancer called glioblastoma could be used to treat other kinds of cancer as well as infectious diseases.
Associate Professor Christine Salomon poses for a portrait in her lab in Nils Hasselmo Hall on Tuesday, Jan 26.

Subterranean fungi could be key to treating devastating bat disease

by Becca Most, Campus Activities Reporter
Published January 27, 2021
University of Minnesota researchers are exploring ways cave fungi could be used as a biological control agent.
Report provides disaggregated data on economic well-being of Asian Minnesotans

Report provides disaggregated data on economic well-being of Asian Minnesotans

by Katelyn Vue, Campus Activities Reporter
Published January 26, 2021
The report aims to provide a more accurate picture of how Asian Minnesotans, from a diversity of backgrounds, experience wealth and education.
A few pieces from the University of Minnesota’s Music Library are displayed in Wilson Library on Wednesday, Jan. 13. The collection ranges from classical sonata compositions to popular culture and local artists such as Prince.

University of Minnesota Music Library seeks to diversify its collection

by Becca Most
Published January 23, 2021
A majority of materials in the collection are from European, white and male artists.
UMN Extension educator Natalie Hoidal poses with serrano and jalepeno peppers on the East Bank campus. Hoidals research team tested the viability of growing chile peppers in Minnesota and Wisconsin in collaboration with local Latinx farmers through the Shared Ground Farmers Cooperative.

UMN researchers partner with Latinx farmers to explore chile pepper viability in MN

by Becca Most
Published January 20, 2021
Latinx farmers historically face numerous barriers to market access

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