Services & Expertise
RIO provides services and support to the University of Minnesota research community through our administrative units.
Research Impact
The University of Minnesota is a top public research institution conducting innovative and impactful research across a broad range of fields and disciplines. Our researchers improve our understanding of the world and help facilitate technologies and ideas that positively impact the prosperity, welfare, and security of our communities, state, nation, and beyond.
Mobilizing Design in the Fight Against Sex Trafficking
Tasoulla Hadjiyanni’s Design Against Trafficking project is raising awareness about the types of places implicated in sex trafficking and exploring the potential role design can play in preventing a place from being used for sexual exploitation.
Making Access to Hospital Rounds a Right, Not a Privilege with Q-rounds
A virtual hospital round queueing software, Q-rounds, developed by UMN's Michael Pitt and John Sartori, has significantly improved communication and reduced medical errors by providing real-time updates on doctors' rounds and allowing families to join remotely.
UMN's Research Enterprise
The University of Minnesota had $1.13 billion in external research award funding in fiscal year 2023, the second largest award total ever.
Learn about the impact of UMN research and its role in advancing innovation and fostering economic development in the region. View research statistics.
RIO News & Announcements
Welcoming JoonHyung Cho, New Assistant VP for External Affairs and Communications
JoonHyung Cho has joined the Research and Innovation Office leadership team as assistant vice president for external affairs and communications.
2024 Innovation Impact Case Award Winners Announced
The Research and Innovation Office (RIO) has announced the recipients of the Innovation Impact Case Award which recognizes University of Minnesota research that has had significant impact outside of academia.
Apply Now for the Fall 2024 Grant-in-Aid Competition
Applications are now being accepted for the fall 2024 Grant-in-Aid of Research, Artistry, and Scholarship program.
NC A&T Research Partnership Seed Grants Available
The Research and Innovation Office is offering an interdisciplinary seed grant program aimed at developing a strategic collaboration and research partnership between UMN and the North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T), a leading research institution among America’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Artist-in-Resident Program Opens August 12
The Artist-in-Residence Program, now in its second year, brings together artists with scientists to spur creative thinking and innovation. Funding supports a creative interpretation of scientific research and discoveries at UMN.
Research Animal Resources Announces the 2024 Patrick J. Manning Award Winners
Congratulations to Elise Lamont and Orion Rainwater, winners of this year's Patrick J. Manning Award, which goes to a University of Minnesota employee, postdoctoral associate, or graduate student who has shown special efforts on behalf of research animals.