Temperatures and habitat changes push species into ‘Zone of Sympatry’ with northern cousins.
Technology Review Board vets proposals via ‘shark tank’ style pitches.
NRRI cross-disciplinary research explores availability of food sources for declining species of bug-eating birds.
Strategic Initiatives
To meet our mission of delivering integrated research solutions, NRRI is focused on three strategic initiatives that address the challenges of Minnesota’s resource-based economy. These initiatives are bold and long-term efforts to create the economy of the future by incorporating diverse expertise across NRRI, the University system and with our partners.
The Power of Integration | Annual Report FY2024
Sample Research Projects
Demonstration of a Thermally Modified Eastern Larch Boardwalk to Catalyze New Markets for Low-value Timber.
A website of the state's carnivore species -- from the tiny least weasel to the black bear.
Online mapping tools and data for natural resource planning, management, and research in Minnesota.
The Minnesota Breeding Bird Atlas documents the distribution of every breeding bird species in Minnesota and provides a solid foundation for future conservation efforts.
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