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About University of Minnesota
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota is one of the most comprehensive public universities in the United States and ranks among the most prestigious. It is both the state land-grant university, with a strong tradition of education and public service, and the state's primary research university, with faculty of national and international reputation.
The University of Minnesota's cutting-edge research and creation of new knowledge significantly contributes to world understanding and learning. As the state's primary research institution, the University receives 98 percent of all federally sponsored research grants awarded to higher education institutions in Minnesota.
The College of Biological Sciences at the University of Minnesota is one of few colleges nationwide devoted to biological sciences. CBS explores a world of opportunities, from molecules to ecosystems, to improve human health, develop renewable resources, enhance agriculture, and restore the environment.
Last Updated: 02-10-2006
232 articles about University of Minnesota
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Your Second Chance at a First Kiss®
8/20/2019
In 2018, Minnesota apple lovers fell in love with First Kiss®, the newest apple variety from the University of Minnesota’s (UMN) apple breeding program.
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Krishnan Suthanthiran, President & Founder of TeamBest Companies & Best Cure Foundation, Presents the AAPM Best Award to its 2019 Recipients in San Antonio, Texas, at the AAPM Annual Meeting
7/15/2019
On July 15th, Krishnan Suthanthiran, President & Founder of TeamBest Companies and Best Cure Foundation, presented the AAPM Best Award to the 2019 recipients at the Annual Meeting of the American Association of Physicists in Medicine taking place in San Antonio, Texas, USA July 14–17, 2019.
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University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital Named One of the Nation's Best Hospitals
6/19/2019
U.S. News & World Report recognizes Masonic Children's for the 12th consecutive year [19-June-2019] MINNEAPOLIS , June 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best children's hospitals in the nation. This is the 12th consecut
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University of Minnesota Releases 'MN-Washburn' Wheat
6/17/2019
New disease-resistant wheat named after the Washburn A Mill
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University of Minnesota Health and Fairview Health Services Recognized with the Most 'Top Doctors' in the Metro
6/12/2019
University of Minnesota Health and Fairview Health are proud to announce 373 physicians representing 45 specialties across the joint clinical enterprise have made the 2019 Mpls.St.Paul Magazine's list of Top Doctors-the most physicians in the Twin Cities.
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University of Minnesota & Partners Develop Winning Concept to Improve Patient Participation in Healthcare
3/11/2019
A multidisciplinary team from the University of Minnesota is giving patients a more interactive role when making decisions about their care through a new award-winning app.
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Media Advisory: US Department of Health & Human Services "Healthcare Startup Day Minnesota"
10/11/2018
The University of Minnesota and the Medical Alley Association will host the US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) for “Healthcare Startup Day Minnesota” on Monday, Oct. 15 at McNamara Alumni Center.
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UMN Researchers Use 3D Technology to Identify Optimal Stem Cells for Transplantation
10/10/2018
Groundbreaking science and technology come together to find potential answers for conditions such as muscular dystrophy
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The AP in a recent report notes that drug price increases “slowed somewhat and were not quite as steep as in past years.” But overall, there has been no “massive” drug price cuts.
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There are plenty of great scientific research stories out this week. Here’s a look at just a few of them.
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University of Minnesota, University of Minnesota Physicians and Fairview Health Services announce expanded partnership to serve Minnesota families
9/28/2018
Agreement creates academic health system focused on patient-centered care, innovation and clinical excellence
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Hemophilia A patients have another treatment option. This morning the U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave the nod to Bayer AG’s new treatment, Jivi (BAY94-9027).
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Catalyst Pharmaceuticals Appoints Dr. Stanley Iyadurai as Vice President of Clinical Development
8/20/2018
Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Catalyst) (Nasdaq: CPRX), a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapies for people with rare debilitating, chronic neuromuscular and neurological diseases, today announced the appointment of Stanley Iyadurai, M.D., Ph.D. as Vice President of Clinical Development.
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Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota Receives 'Outstanding' Rating from the National Cancer Institute
7/31/2018
The Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota has received an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from the National Cancer Institute (NCI), as well as a renewal of its five-year Cancer Center Support Grant and reconfirmation of its comprehensive status.
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Sticking with the wrong choice
7/13/2018
University of Minnesota Medical School researchers gain new insight on "sunk cost fallacy," a cognitive phenomenon that looks at individuals committed to a choice, even when it is clear that there is a better alternative.
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University of Minnesota School of Nursing Teams With GetWellNetwork to Bring Innovative Research to Commercial Health Care Market
6/14/2018
Unique partnership will use mobile health technology to put congenital heart defect research into the hands of parents
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Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton declares April 26 'University of Minnesota Medical School Day'
4/26/2018
Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton has declared April 26, 2018, "University of Minnesota Medical School Day," in recognition of the 130-year anniversary of its founding by the University Regents.
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UMN Medical School Researchers to Evaluate the Impact of Minimum Wage Increase on Health
4/2/2018
University of Minnesota Medical School researchers will conduct a first of its kind study to test the effect of the increase in minimum wage on health.
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3M Investment in University of Minnesota Reflects Shared Commitment to STEM and Business Education
12/6/2017
3M’s $26 million investment in the University’s Driven campaign, which spans a 10-year period, includes a new $8 million commitment to support scholarships and outreach programs.
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Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota Release: New Osteosarcoma Genetic Marker Could Tailor, Improve Treatment for Pediatric Patients
11/2/2017
[01-November-2017] MINNEAPOLIS and ST. PAUL, Minn., Nov. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Newly discovered genetic markers in osteosarcoma tumors could help tailor a more precise treatment, improving survival rates and quality of life for children and young adults with the disease. The study , recently published in Cancer Research , analyzed osteosarcoma tumor profiles from mice, dogs and hu