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health1 day ago•14 min saved

Minnesota Team Revives Pig Kidneys Frozen for a Year, Hinting at Future Organ Banks

Researchers at the University of Minnesota have successfully revived pig kidneys that were frozen at -150 degrees Celsius for up to one year. The organs were thawed, transplanted into pigs, and produced urine, demonstrating functional viability. This breakthrough in vitrification could eventually allow for long-term organ storage, reducing the current 36-hour window for kidney transplants and potentially alleviating the shortage affecting over 100,000 Americans on waiting lists.

via Gizmodo|

#cryopreservation #health #medical-breakthrough

health1 month ago•7 min saved

Osterholm Warns of Vaccine Crisis and Food Safety Failures Amid Cyclosporiasis Surge

Dr. Michael Osterholm, director of the University of Minnesota’s Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, highlighted critical gaps in U.S. health infrastructure during a recent forum. He detailed how the dismantling of the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in 2025 led to the creation of the Vaccine Integrity Project. This initiative, funded by Christy Walton, has helped major medical bodies issue winter vaccine recommendations for influenza, COVID-19, and RSV. Osterholm also addressed a severe cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce, noting that irrigation water contamination remains a persistent, unaddressed issue. He expressed concern that misinformation and potential lawsuits could halt vaccine production, while criticizing the lack of federal investment in modern mRNA technology for future pandemic preparedness.

via InForum|

#cyclosporiasis #health #public-health

health1 year ago•3 min saved

Minnesota Researchers Seek Secrets to Healthy Aging

Researchers at the University of Minnesota, funded by a $2.2 million NIH grant, are studying 'SuperAgers'—elderly individuals who maintain youthful brain function—to uncover neurological factors that contribute to healthy aging, aiming to improve quality of life for seniors.

via Star Tribune|

#aging #brain-health #health

world1 year ago•3 min saved

U of M Teamsters Strike Ends, Farm Aid Concert Secured

The University of Minnesota and its 1,400 service workers, represented by the Teamsters, reached a deal ending a strike that threatened the upcoming Farm Aid concert, with the union securing a 3.5% wage increase, allowing the concert to proceed as planned on September 20. The strike involved issues over wages and contract negotiations, and the resolution was aided by late involvement from Governor Tim Walz. The event celebrates its 40th anniversary and continues to support farmers in crisis.

via Star Tribune|

#farm-aid-concert #strike #teamsters

local1 year ago•15 min saved

University of Minnesota Workers Strike Over Budget and Contract Disputes

Hundreds of University of Minnesota workers, represented by the Teamsters, have gone on strike over contract disputes, demanding higher wages and better contract terms amid the university's financial struggles and budget cuts, leading to reduced campus services and ongoing negotiations.

via Star Tribune|

#budget-pressures #contract-negotiations #local

crime-and-public-safety1 year ago•1 min saved

Two Injured in Shooting Outside Mariucci Arena After Graduation

A shooting occurred outside Mariucci Arena on the University of Minnesota campus during a high school graduation, injuring two people and resulting in the arrest of a suspect; the victims' conditions are unknown, and authorities do not believe students were harmed.

via FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul|

#crime-and-public-safety #mariucci-arena #shooting

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

Ty McDevitt Appointed Gophers' Head Baseball Coach

Ty McDevitt, a former Golden Gopher and current pitching coach, has been named the head baseball coach at the University of Minnesota. McDevitt, who has been with the team since 2017 and has developed numerous MLB prospects, will take over following the 43-year tenure of John Anderson. The appointment is pending a background check, and McDevitt has committed to upholding the program's legacy of excellence.

via GopherSports.com|

#baseball #coaching #gophers

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

Jimmy Snuggerud Commits to Another Season with Gophers

Jimmy Snuggerud, the St. Louis Blues' first-round pick, has decided to remain with the University of Minnesota for his junior season, expressing a commitment to the team and a desire to pursue unfinished business. The Blues organization fully supports his decision and looks forward to his continued development as he plays a lead role for the Golden Gophers against top college competition next year.

via NHL.com|

#jimmy-snuggerud #ncaa-hockey #nhl-prospect

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Gophers Advance to WNIT Fab 4 with Win Over Wyoming and USC Beats Baylor 74-70"

The University of Minnesota women's basketball team defeated Wyoming 65-54, with Amaya Battle scoring 29 points, to advance to the Fab 4 of the WNIT. Minnesota outscored Wyoming 25-14 in the fourth quarter, holding them to 39.6 percent shooting from the field. The victory moved Minnesota's overall season record to 19-15, and they will now play at Troy for a chance to advance to the championship game.

via GopherSports.com|

#amaya-battle #sports #university-of-minnesota

sports2 years ago•11 min saved

"Gophers vs. Terriers: NCAA Frozen Four Showdown"

The No. 7 Golden Gophers men's hockey team faces top-seeded Boston University in the NCAA Sioux Falls Regional final for a spot in the NCAA Frozen Four. Minnesota, with a 62-41 record in the NCAA Tournament, is making its fourth-consecutive appearance and boasts 18 players with NCAA Tournament experience. The team's success is attributed to its discipline, with the fewest penalty minutes in the nation, and standout performances from players like Jaxon Nelson, Justen Close, and Aaron Huglen. The Gophers also lead the all-time series against BU and showcase a strong academic record, with 15 Academic All-Big Ten selections.

via GopherSports.com|

#boston-university #mens-hockey #ncaa-frozen-four

sports2 years ago•5 min saved

"Nelson's Heroics Propel Minnesota Past Omaha in NCAA Hockey Showdown"

Jaxon Nelson's two goals in the final 11 minutes propelled the No. 7 Minnesota men's hockey team to a 3-2 victory over No. 11/12 Omaha in the NCAA Sioux Falls Regional, with the Golden Gophers moving one win away from a spot in the NCAA Frozen Four. Nelson's goals, along with a crucial goal from Jimmy Clark, helped Minnesota secure the come-from-behind win, setting up a matchup against Boston University in the regional final.

via GopherSports.com|

#jaxon-nelson #ncaa-hockey #ncaa-tournament

neuroscience2 years ago•4 min saved

"Early Neurodevelopment: Unveiling the Brain's Unified Blueprint"

Researchers at the University of Minnesota Medical School have discovered that different areas of the brain share a similar organizational structure in early development, suggesting a universal blueprint for brain organization. This finding challenges previous assumptions about brain specialization and has significant implications for understanding neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and schizophrenia. The study, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, used advanced optical imaging to observe synchronized activity in nerve cell networks across various brain regions, revealing a potential common foundation for brain disorders. Ongoing research will further explore how this shared developmental pattern evolves over time and across different brain areas.

via Neuroscience News|

#brain-development #neurodevelopmental-disorders #neuroimaging

education2 years ago•4 min saved

"Dr. Rebecca Cunningham Chosen as University of Minnesota's Next President"

Dr. Rebecca Cunningham has been selected as the next president of the University of Minnesota following an extensive nationwide search process. Currently serving as the vice president for research and innovation at the University of Michigan, Cunningham brings strong leadership and relationship-building skills to the role. She is set to begin her tenure on July 1, 2024, following a smooth transition period with Interim President Jeff Ettinger.

via UMN News|

#board-of-regents #education #higher-education

health-covid-192 years ago•2 min saved

"Undercounting of COVID Deaths Revealed in Official Statistics Review"

A new scientific paper suggests that COVID-19 deaths in the United States were likely undercounted during the first 30 months of the pandemic, with an estimated 1.2 million excess deaths recorded, most of which were attributed to COVID. The study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, found evidence of undercounts in the southern and western U.S. and counties outside of metropolitan areas, while COVID fatalities in the northeastern U.S. surpassed estimates of naturally caused excess deaths. The researchers emphasized the importance of accurate cause of death reporting for pandemic preparedness and saving lives.

via MPR News|

#covid-19 #death-statistics #health-covid-19

healthcare2 years ago•5 min saved

University of Minnesota Moves to Reacquire Teaching Hospital from Fairview

The University of Minnesota is in talks to repurchase its teaching hospital from Fairview Health Services, a move that would allow the university to regain control of its academic medical center. The university sold the hospital to Fairview in 1997, but now aims to buy it back to strengthen its academic and research missions. The potential buyback is part of a broader trend of academic medical centers seeking to regain control of their hospitals from larger health systems.

via Star Tribune|

#buyback #fairview #healthcare