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Research Initiatives

The University of Minnesota is a top-10 public research institution conducting breakthrough research across a broad range of fields and disciplines. Our researchers improve our understanding of the world, and they help facilitate technologies and ideas that improve our quality of life. OVPR supports several research initiatives and promotes the University's research mission.

MnDRIVE

We are discovering solutions to society's greatest challenges through multidisciplinary research collaborations and business partnerships throughout the state.

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Driven to Discover

You know the University of Minnesota is the state's major research university, but do you really know what the U of M does for you? Join us on a journey across our great state, as we share the stories that bring the drive to discover home to Minnesota's doorstep.

Learn more about the impact of University of Minnesota research and its role in advancing innovation and fostering economic development in the region. View research statistics.

9th

among US public research institutions

$948M

in systemwide research expenditures

230

technology licenses executed

From Inquiry

Explore the impact of research on our world.

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Discovery Launchpad: Coaching & Support for New U Startups

January 29, 2019

by Kevin Coss

A new startup incubator developed by the U of M Venture Center helps companies based on U research bring discoveries beyond the lab and into the market.

Categories:

Business & Technology

Partial Government Shutdown Ends, Effects Continue

January 31, 2019

by Dan Gilchrist

With nearly 25 percent of sponsored projects funded through affected agencies, the U accrued roughly $10 million in research expenses covering affected projects.

Categories:

Vision & Impact