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Who is science for? SLAWR interns explore the complexities of tribally-focused research

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The 2024 cohort of the Sustainable Land and Water Resources Research Experience for Undergraduates celebrated the end of their program by sharing poster presentations and elaborate StoryMaps. 

Two UMN Startups Included in Minnesota Energy Alley

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University of Minnesota startups Carba and Aza Power Systems are included in a new initiative, Minnesota Energy Alley.

Researchers develop state-of-the-art device to make artificial intelligence more energy-efficient

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Energy consumption from artificial intelligence could be reduced by a factor of at least 1,000 with this device.

The new AI-CLIMATE institute will leverage artificial intelligence to create more sustainable agriculture and forestry industries

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Researchers at the AI Institute for Climate-Land Interactions, Mitigation, Adaptation, Tradeoffs and Economy aim to leverage artificial intelligence to create more climate-smart practices that will absorb and store carbon while simultaneously boosting the economy in the agriculture and forestry industries.

University of Minnesota consortium receives inaugural NSF Regional Innovation Engines award

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Great Lakes ReNEW was one of just 10 Regional Innovation Engines awarded from a group of 700 initial applicants, 188 invited proposals, and 16 finalists.

Making Access to Hospital Rounds a Right, Not a Privilege with Q-rounds

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UMN startup Q-rounds is focused on fixing the breakdowns in communication between care providers and families of hospitalized patients which are one of the greatest causes of serious medical errors, some even leading to death.

UMN Names First Chief Semiconductor Officer, Launches “CHIPS” Website

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The University of Minnesota today named Steven Koester as its first Chief Semiconductor Officer and launched a website devoted to the University’s semiconductor and microelectronics research and education, chips.umn.edu. 

Using AI to Support Beaver Conservation

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Assistant professor Emily Fairfax is an ecohydrologist, which means she studies how plants and animals affect water and vice versa.

MN Daily: UMN students push for greener future in chemistry

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Through various organizations and research opportunities, some students are advocating for sustainable chemistry practices that are non-toxic and produce less waste.

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

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In developing biodegradable alternatives, Dr. Paul Dauenhauer seeks to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.