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Recent 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.
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.
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.
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.