Minnesota Breeding Bird Atlas
This website documents the distribution of every species that currently breeds in Minnesota and provides a solid foundation for future conservation efforts.
Avian Ecology Lab
Lab Overview
NRRI’s Avian Ecology Lab is an applied research program that has been studying the direct impacts of environmental change on wildlife, biodiversity, habitats, and ecosystem function for over 30 years. Using the best available technology and field techniques we gather critical data on avian and amphibian communities with a focus on species of conservation concern and vulnerable habitats. Our ecosystem-based programs focus on using birds as environmental indicators to learn about ecosystem function and implications of natural resource use and climate change.
Business Development
Program Overview
Guiding industry and UMN researchers through successful commercial partnerships.
NRRI takes its role in economic development seriously, striving to provide applied research at the speed of business,” said Rolf Weberg, NRRI Executive Director. “It’s a unique role within the university system which is why we operate in more of an industry framework. Our goal is to meet the business world where they are.”
What We Do
Help manage the client/researcher relationship every step of the way by:
Project Management
Program Overview
The Natural Resources Research Institute (NRRI) has a 35 year history of delivering research on the local, state, federal, and international level. During fiscal year 2020 (July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020), the NRRI had a sponsored research project portfolio totaling approximately $3.4M, of which $1.7M (51%) was funded through the State of Minnesota. Projects at NRRI are managed directly through the Principal Investigator or a dedicated Project Manager, and are supported through NRRI’s Portfolio Management Office.
Launch Pad for Entrepreneurs
Program Overview
The Discovery Launchpad at NRRI helps startups and new business initiatives commercialize game-changing technologies to solve global resource challenges.
What We Do
Consistent with a similar program on the UMN Twin Cities campus and through partnering with regional organizations, the Discovery Launchpad provides hands-on leadership to entrepreneurs on topics such as:
Commercialization Support
Program Overview
The Commercialization and Financial Support program helps NRRI partners' move their business ideas forward.
What We Do
The path from idea to commercialization is not easy. We help move ideas along by: