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Energy-Environment, Medical-Health Technology, Research

New study finds that even the cleanest wastewater contains ‘super bacteria’

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A new University of Minnesota study reveals that the release of treated municipal wastewater—even wastewater treated by the highest-quality wastewater treatment technology—can have a significant effect on the quantities of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, often referred to as “superbacteria,” in surface waters.

micrograph of bacteria called Enterococcus faecalis attaching to a pig heart valve
Medical-Health Technology

Researchers take a key step in the fight against antibiotic-resistant bacteria

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A University of Minnesota-led team of researchers has discovered how a genetic "switch" controls the spread of antibiotic resistance in certain pathogenic bacteria.

Medical-Health Technology, Research

CSE professors among those receiving U's research investment funding

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Several CSE professors are among those receiving research funds derived from the University’s share of technology commercialization royalties. 

The University of Minnesota Solar Vehicle Project
Medical-Health Technology

University of Minnesota team wins solar car race

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The University of Minnesota Solar Vehicle Project team came away with a first-place finish in the 2011 Formula Sun Grand Prix this past weekend at the famous “Brickyard” track at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

K12 Outreach, Medical-Health Technology

Media Advisory: U.S. Sen. Al Franken to visit Medical Devices Center

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U.S. Senator Al Franken will visit the University of Minnesota Medical Devices Center and the Minnesota Supercomputing Institute from 12:30-1:45 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 19.

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Awards-Grants, Medical-Health Technology, Research

Researchers to study connections of the human brain

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Researchers at the University of Minnesota will lead a $30 million study designed to map the connections of the human brain.