Brief

Statistics support for researchers

The Institute for Research on Statistics and its Applications is accepting applications for its 2024 Summer Statistical Consulting Program. Researchers in this program receive expertise from students at the School of Statistics. Collaborations typically run 10 hours per week over 8 weeks, but timing is flexible.

Apply for Global Health Seed Grants

The Center for Global Health and Social Responsibility requests proposals for Global Health Seed Grants, with funding of up to $25,000 to advance equitable global health research. The deadline for full proposals is May 17.

Dear Minnesota: Jeremy’s call for hope

The U of M Medical School helped connect Jeremy to critical care for his son. With compassionate direction and communication, doctors Laura Niedernhofer and Peter Kang helped support Jeremy’s family after his son was diagnosed with Cockayne Syndrome, a two-in-a-million diagnosis. Read Jeremy’s story, explore the Dear Minnesota series, and share your own story.

Transportation barriers shape all aspects of life in underserved communities

Transportation systems are often seen as physical infrastructure, but they are also a series of decisions made by institutions with power. This deeper truth takes a toll on communities that do not reflect the dominant identity within a society. In a recent study, U of M researchers aimed to center the experiences of these marginalized communities and better understand inequities in the current transportation system.

Research Brief: New Mexico lowers prescription drug costs for mental health and substance use disorders

People with mental health and substance use disorders often delay or avoid seeking health care treatment for a variety of reasons, including lack of access and the cost of visiting a clinician. In 2021, New Mexico passed the first law in the nation prohibiting out-of-pocket payments for prescription drugs for patients who are covered by state-regulated commercial insurance plans. A new School of Public Health study analyzed the law’s early effects. See additional recent Research Briefs.

Citizen science opportunities

The contributions of citizen scientists are critical to several College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences projects. This collaboration between scientists and the public generates knowledge at a scale that wouldn't be possible without the input and investment of curious and engaged lifelong learners. Explore citizen science opportunities.

Children's activities at the Arboretum

Visitors 15 and younger get free daily admission to the U of M Landscape Arboretum. New this year for children are Discovery Booths, featuring a different theme each month. Drop in between 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Thursdays and Sundays from May 2 through Oct. 27 for a variety of hands-on activities. See activities for kids and families for more information.