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University awarded $12.5 million grant to study Earth’s biodiversity

by Becca Most, Campus Activities Reporter
Published September 14, 2020

Using satellite technology, the team will be able to monitor the changing climate on a global scale.

UMN study shows Black newborns die less often when cared for by Black physicians

by Becca Most, Senior Staff Reporter
Published September 12, 2020

Nationally, Black newborns die at a rate three times that of white newborns.

Rural areas have higher health premiums and fewer options, UMN research finds

by Becca Most
Published September 10, 2020

Researchers said COVID-19 has the potential to make disparities worse.

Fulbright scholars adjust research plans to accommodate for COVID-19

by Brooke Sheehy
Published September 7, 2020

In addition to navigating new travel restrictions, some of the scholars will have to adapt their season-sensitive research timelines as a result of a four-month delay in the program.

100,000 annual deaths attributed to air pollution, UMN study finds

by Becca Most
Published July 30, 2020

Fossil fuels are generally thought of as the main culprit of air pollution, but researchers found that half of deadly pollution comes from lesser-known sources.

UMN research could help inform future COVID-19 vaccines

by Madeline Deninger
Published July 30, 2020

The University of Minnesota and the Mayo Clinic are looking at different paths to achieve immunization.

U study shows racial disparities among older adults receiving long-term care

by Becca Most
Published July 9, 2020

On average, people of color cited a lower sense of control and feeling of belonging.

UMN launches study measuring University impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic

by Abbey Machtig
Published July 2, 2020

The ongoing study measures participant’s feelings and experiences with discrimination and satisfaction with the University’s response to the pandemic.