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Evidence indicates nearly all youth eventually outgrow difficult behaviors without formal legal system intervention, leading developmental scientists to conclude that youth criminal behavior be understood as a form of normative adolescent risk-taking. Further, research shows that contact with…
While our iconic lakes and rivers capture the headlines, many of the most consequential actions that affect Minnesota’s water are shaped by the management of our critical water infrastructure, including stormwater, sewer and wastewater systems. Learn how the University partners with…
Children’s health outcomes are shaped by more than medical care alone. Factors such as housing stability, food access, transportation, family income, education, neighborhood conditions, and access to healthcare services can all influence how pediatric illnesses develop, progress, and…
Weight stigma in healthcare is a significant and often overlooked public health issue, with documented impacts on the quality of care, patient trust, and health outcomes. Experiences of bias and discrimination in clinical settings can discourage individuals from seeking care and contribute to…
Artificial intelligence is increasingly shaping how people work, make decisions, and interact with information across healthcare, government, workplaces, and everyday digital systems. As these technologies become more integrated into daily life, questions around transparency, trust, fairness,…
Artificial intelligence is increasingly shaping how residents interact with digital systems, from the algorithms behind social media platforms to the chatbots used in public-facing services. While these technologies present opportunities to improve access, efficiency, and engagement,…
Dementia presents significant challenges for individuals, families, and caregivers, yet stigma and cultural misunderstanding can further limit access to diagnosis, care, and support. Within African immigrant and African diaspora communities, misconceptions about dementia may delay care…
By James Miller
When Dr. Ceema Samimi first came to the University of Minnesota during…
The Hennepin-University Partnership, a program of the Center for Urban and Regional Affairs, is accepting applications for the HUP Collaborative Research Assistantship (HCRA). The HCRA provides paid summer positions for six graduate research assistants to conduct applied research with Hennepin…
It is with great excitement that we introduce Amy Delahanty as the next director of the Hennepin-University Partnership (HUP). Amy brings extensive experience in cross-sector collaboration and higher education, most recently as the Chief…