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.
Transforming Sustainability Research into Industry Action
Rural communities are rapidly losing access to obstetric care. UMN’s Rural Health Research Center is tracking these losses and their impacts.
Using AI to Support Beaver Conservation
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
UMN and N.C. A&T Kick Off Research Partnership Program
The new research partnership program will connect UMN with a leading research-intensive HBCU.
University of Minnesota Research Leaders Meet with BioMADE
UMN research leaders met with BioMADE representatives to discuss partnership opportunities for UMN researchers and students.
Seeking Nominations for Research Technical Staff Award
RIO is seeking nominations for its Research Technical Staff Award. The nomination deadline is June 14. Ten honorariums of $2,000 each will be awarded.
2024 Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing Seed Grants Recipients Announced
Six projects focused on using biotechnology and biomanufacturing to develop environmental solutions and expand the regional bio-economy received a total of $795,392 in funding over the next two years.
Sandia Day at UMN: April 10
Join us April 10, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., for Sandia Day at UMN to learn about Sandia National Laboratories and potential partnerships and projects.
Thierry Boudet Transitions to New Role as Executive Director of Strategic Initiatives
In his new role, Thierry Boudet is responsible for high-impact assignments that advance the VPR's strategic priorities and grow the University's research enterprise.