Why do truffles smell so good? It might be to lure a victim. 🍄🍴 New research explores the relationship between fungi and the food chain: to disperse spores, truffles don’t just rely on being eaten—they rely on their consumers being eaten by predators. https://econ.st/49QZf5m

The University of Minnesota mourns the tragic loss of Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a 2011 graduate of the University’s College of Liberal Arts. president.umn.edu/events-minne...

Birding gets a tech upgrade at Sax-Zim Bog. New listening devices have been installed which capture bird song 24/7, aiding in documenting and tracking species. https://www.mercedsunstar.com/living/article314330448.html

ICYMI: Research finds carnivores disperse fungi spores, aiding ecosystem health - https://wildlife.org/carnivores-disperse-fungi-spores/ #NRRI #ResearchBrief #UMNresearch

More than just predators: How carnivores keep our forests resilient. New NRRI research reveals that carnivores act as long-distance "delivery drivers" for beneficial fungi, helping trees survive stress and disturbance. 🗞️ UMN Research Brief: https://bit.ly/4pNzqdg 📢

NRRI is proud to support MagIron’s continued progress and apply our research capabilities to this important work. https://bit.ly/4p883JT

Partnership in action! 🤝 NRRI researchers recently presented on their work and collaborations in the St. Louis River Estuary on a webinar with the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve. https://youtu.be/L_lRmt2MBv0?si=I03xCkm6xDJ4rEkk

NRRI wildlife researchers and partners at MN DNR have started a research project focused on how carnivores - bears, bobcats, and coyotes - are adapting to live in the built environment in/around Duluth, MN. Info on sightings requested from the public. https://nrri.umn.edu/news/duluth-carnivores

We are proud to kick off the 2025 MITI Forum this morning in Virginia, MN. Together with our partners and stakeholders, we are coming together in a shared goal: to accelerate the Upper Midwest’s role in leading the next generation of industrial innovation. https://bit.ly/4oASY3G

Talking deer collisions with University of Minnesota: Raphael Stern and NRRI's Ron Moen with the UMN Center for Transportation studies discuss how deer collisions affect MN drivers and how we can all stay safe. https://twin-cities.umn.edu/news-events/talking-deer-collisions-university-minnesota

We're proud to be an exhibiting sponsor at the 2025 North American #Biochar Conference. #NRRI researchers will be presenting throughout #NABC, discussing the use of biochar in steelmaking, coal ash remediation, and stormwater management. Stop by booth 604 to learn more!

“Birds give us clues about how to interact with our environment,” said Alexis Grinde, NRRI Wildlife Ecologist. “Secret messages almost. When you unlock that ability you can see so much more." https://www.startribune.com/bird-loss-climate-change-logging-wildlife/601461539?utm_source=gift

NRRI is pleased to announce that Dr. Brett Spigarelli has been appointed the new Endowed Taconite Chair. Established to advance MN’s iron ore industry, the Chair is a senior leadership position at NRRI charged with driving long-term research innovation. https://bit.ly/47bxrch

NRRI researcher Matt Mlinar offers some background on MN iron mining for #CuriousMinnesota https://www.startribune.com/black-beach-silver-bay-lake-superior-mining-stamp-sands-michigan/601446696

Research shows that forest fires are leaving a lasting mark on MN lakes - elevating nutrient and sediment levels. NRRI's Chris Filstrup is studying lakes in burned watersheds to see how these changes are impacting water quality and the ecosystem. www.wdio.com/good-morning... #NRRI #FireLakes

Cally Hunt, a Biomass Process Engineer at NRRI, is featured in the MN Women's Press for her work on utilizing engineered biocarbon in the steelmaking process. www.womenspress.com/how-research...

We had an excellent open house last Friday afternoon at NRRI Duluth! Thanks to everyone who made it out for interesting discussion on opportunities for MN to lead the transformation of bedrock industries. Thanks to #WDIO for event coverage: bit.ly/46mgprw

Join us tomorrow for our public open house! Friday, July 18, 2-4pm. Tour the Duluth facility and learn about our integrated research focusing on industrial transformation. www.wdio.com/lift-online/...

Join us this Friday for NRRI's public open house! When: Friday, July 18, 2 - 4 p.m. Where: NRRI Duluth - 5013 Miller Trunk Highway / Hwy. 53 What: Researchers will highlight exciting opportunities for MN to lead the transformation of bedrock industries. bit.ly/44QdFAb

Hot dogs and minnow traps: an effective approach to controlling invasive rusty crayfish >> wtip.org/hot-dogs-and...

Join us for our summer public open house! When: Friday, July 18, 2025 from 2 - 4 p.m. Where: NRRI Duluth - 5013 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth MN 55811 What: Researchers will highlight opportunities for MN to lead the transformation of bedrock industries.

What causes blue-green algae blooms in the Duluth-Superior Harbor? How can we predict harmful blooms? NRRI researchers and partners are one step closer to finding out: they have identified the cyanobacteria species responsible for the bloom’s toxins. bit.ly/408h2AS

What happens to water quality in northern lakes after a wildfire? NRRI researchers are hoping their study of recent wildfire impacts in northern MN will help land managers make informed decisions about lake and forest management after a wildfire. bit.ly/45wEiME

When you're a limnologist you worry about lakes and water quality. NRRI's Chris Filstrup was concerned after the 2021 Greenwood Fire and quickly jumped into research mode, launching a study to find out more. This year, that work is even more important. bit.ly/4dAfRj4 #FireLakes #NRRI #LCCMR #MNENRTF

Update on the wildfires in northern MN: NRRI researcher Chris Filstrup talks to #WCCO about the impacts of wildfires on Minnesota's lakes. 🔥https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/minnesota-lakes-wildfire-pollution/ #NRRI #AppliedResearch #WildfiresMN