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.
UMN Rural Health Researchers Build the Evidence Base to Address the US Maternal Health Crisis
Rural communities are rapidly losing access to obstetric care. UMN’s Rural Health Research Center is tracking these losses and their impacts.
UMN Project Offers Guardrails for Emerging Portable MRI Research
Emerging portable MRI technology can help researchers fill crucial information gaps and increase inclusivity in research but comes with unique ethical and legal considerations. UMN’s Consortium on Law and Values leads an NIH BRAIN Initiative-funded working group to develop guidance for these innovative efforts.
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
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.
Over $5 Million Awarded to Support UMN Research Infrastructure
The Research and Innovation Office has awarded $2.6 million to 13 projects as part of the 2024 Research Infrastructure Investment Program. One-to-one matching funds provided by supporting units resulted in just over $5 million in total funds awarded.
Minnesota Joins SCALE Workforce Development Partnership
The University of Minnesota marks its participation in SCALE, a workforce development program sponsored by the Department of Defense.
RIO Establishes Headquarters in McNamara
After several years of planning, the Research and Innovation Office administration and support units are now located in the McNamara Alumni Center.
Governor of Victoria, Australia, Visits UMN to Learn About Innovation in Minnesota and Deepen Partnerships
RIO hosted the Governor of Victoria, Australia, and her party for a tour of the Minnesota Nano Center, a presentation on the UMN International Institute for Biosensing (IIB), and a panel discussion with medical innovation leaders.