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Dessa on philosophy, creativity and science

University of Minnesota philosophy alumna Dessa blends musical styles and a full arsenal of singing, writing and speaking ...
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Kidney transplant system could be missing opportunity to save more lives and reduce costs

Despite an urgent demand for kidney donors in the U.S, about one in four donor kidneys goes unused. In 2022, more than 71,000 ...
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University of Minnesota ranks among global sustainability leaders, reports progress across the university

Sustainability is central to the University of Minnesota’s land‑grant mission, guiding how the University plans its campuses, ...
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New study debunks belief that introverts are better listeners

Minnesota Carlson research suggests shifting away from personality-based assumptions to develop listening skills.
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From diabetes to TNT: Using bacteria to neutralize problem chemicals

A battlefield compound that causes mutations and likely cancer in humans may not be a match for a battle with bacteria, offering hope for remediating combat-related chemical contamination.
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The University of Minnesota and Second Harvest Heartland announce partnership to strengthen student food security

The University of Minnesota is proud to announce a new partnership between Second Harvest Heartland and the University of ...
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Guarding Minnesota’s wetlands from disease

Imagine a pristine Minnesota wetland, buzzing with life — the familiar chorus of spring peepers and the occasional flash of a bright-spotted salamander. Now, imagine a silent, unseen threat capable of ...
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Two thrilling wins, a rockin’ Barn, and The Blanket Lady

Gopher players Makena Christian, Kennedy Klick, Brynn Senden and Brylee Glenn celebrate the come-from-behind 65-63 victory over Ole Miss in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. The win sends the ...
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From storytelling to surgery: Medical students embrace the arts

How do you stay human in a world of clinical data? The University of Minnesota and its Center for the Art of Medicine are using the arts to train resilient, empathetic doctors. “I've always found that ...