Research | University of Minnesota Research Discovery happens here. The University of Minnesota Twin Cities is a top 10 U.S. public research university with world-class academics, award-winning faculty, and state-of-the-art facilities. Our researchers and students uncover new knowledge and find solutions to some of the most complex challenges facing society today. 12th Among public research institutions 2.1+ Million Square Feet of Research Space 25 Nobel Prize Recipients 12th Among public research institutions 2.1+ Million Square Feet of Research Space 25 Nobel Prize Recipients Student Research From unlocking the secrets of DNA repair to zero gravity flight, students experience the thrill of discovery, learning under the direction of faculty who are leaders in their fields. Undergraduate Research In fields from engineering to medicine, business, law, and liberal arts, our students become tomorrow’s trailblazers through limitless research opportunities. Internship and Research Opportunities Graduate Research Graduate students have the opportunity to perform research through any of more than 200 master’s and doctoral degree programs. Graduate School Education “Hypersonics is a small field, but everyone knows about the work being done at the University of Minnesota. Many people I talked to when I was considering a graduate degree told me that this is the place to go.” Sean Cranford '28 Graduate programs, Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics College of Science and Engineering Read Sean’s story Research in the Colleges Our centers and institutes connect researchers with similar interests to increase funding and strengthen the quality of research. All Centers and Institutes Experts@UMN With 16 colleges and more than 300 centers and institutes, the opportunities for discovery are endless. Biological Sciences Law Pharmacy Dentistry Liberal Arts Public Affairs Design Management Public Health Education and Human Development Medicine Science and Engineering Extension Nursing Veterinary Medicine Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences Industry and Collaborations Our research advances society through new ideas, technologies, treatments, and cures, and we continue to create and transfer technology to companies for the development of new products and services that benefit the public good and foster economic growth. $11.5 billion economic impact in Minnesota 17 Fortune 500 companies--fourth in the nation, per capita. $1.35 billion in research expenditures Discover Unique Opportunities We drive innovation that lifts Minnesota and solves global challenges. We do this by working together—with government, business, and industry partners—in new and creative ways. Technology Commercialization Venture Center Minnesota Innovation Partnerships MnDRIVE Corporate Engagement Faculty Resources The University of Minnesota Twin Cities is one of the most comprehensive research universities in the nation. We support the groundbreaking interdisciplinary research efforts of our more than 5,000 faculty, who are driven to make the world a better place through research and discovery. Academic Affairs and Provost Research and Innovation Office Office for Public Engagement Research News Feature Ecology in the urban world A multiyear, University of Minnesota-led study of the Twin Cities illuminates urban environmental challenges and solutions. News Release University of Minnesota surpasses 300-startup milestone University innovations driving real‑world solutions to global challenges in health, sustainability and agriculture News Release Five University of Minnesota scholars honored as AAAS Fellows A group of scientists at the University have been recognized for their outstanding and impactful research in fields ranging from health to computing. Read More News