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Recent RIO News & Announcements

Apply Now! Social Justice Impact Grants
The Research and Innovation Office is now accepting applications for its Social Justice Impact Grants. The grants are aimed at catalyzing rigorous, solution-oriented research on social justice topics. Applications are due to approvers March 3.

2025 Research Infrastructure Investment Program
Letters of intent are now being accepted for the spring cycle of the 2025 Research Infrastructure Investment Program. LOI due February 24; full proposal due March 24.

U's Consortium on Law and Values Among Experts to Publish New Guidance for Using Portable MRI Technologies in Brain Research
The Consortium and its partners have completed work on two groundbreaking symposia that offer new guidance on important ethical, legal and societal implications (ELSI) related to emerging biopreservation technology and a collection of peer-reviewed publications related to portable MRI. The work is the culmination of years of research and significant grant funding.

NRRI Awarded $1.3 Million Toward Pursuit of Green Iron Plant
UMN’s NRRI received $1.3 million from the Department of Energy’s Office of Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization, showing promising strides toward a sustainable industrial future.

Four Projects Funded to Support New Sustainable GeoCommunities Initiative
The Research and Innovation Office has awarded four new seed grants to support collaborative projects designed to help local communities around the world grow and thrive.

Schmidt Science Fellows Information Seminar: February 7
Join us for a unique opportunity to meet Dr. David McAllister, director of selection and outreach for the Schmidt Science Fellows program, to learn more about this prestigious fellowship for doctoral students in STEM fields.

Corporate Engagement Dinner Brings Together UMN and Industry Leaders
UMN's Corporate Engagement Center (CEC) hosted its inaugural Corporate Engagement Center Dinner, bringing together more than 140 leaders from the corporate community, researchers, and University leaders.

NRRI and Minnesota Sea Grant Ink New Formal Relationship with UMN Research and Innovation Office
New ties will help advance research at NRRI and Minnesota Sea Grant.

U Earns Renewed Full Accreditation for Animal Research
The University of Minnesota has received a renewal of full accreditation from AAALAC International, recognizing high standards in animal care and use for research and teaching, supported by well-maintained facilities, skilled staff, and a strong commitment to ethical practices.