Minot State Researchers Presented Findings in Grand Forks
Undergraduate students showcased 11 research projects to expand their scientific networks across North Dakota.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Chemistry
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Fifteen students and faculty from Minot State University presented 11 research projects at a symposium held in Grand Forks. The presentations covered various fields, including organic chemistry, environmental science, and motor development.
Why it matters
This symposium serves as a venue for undergraduates to build professional networks and demonstrate research capabilities. The program aims to increase the volume of undergraduate research opportunities available throughout North Dakota.
The institution showcased 11 research presentations, including work on the effects of methamphetamine on adrenal cells and mosquito collection data from Lake Darling. This effort secured Minot State University a designation as the core metals research facility for INBRE programs.
The players
Minot State University
A public institution focused on undergraduate research that now serves as the core metals research facility for INBRE programs.
University of North Dakota
A research university that hosted the student symposium in Grand Forks.
The details
The research presentations required data collection in field and laboratory environments, such as the summer 2025 sampling of mosquitoes from Lake Darling. By demonstrating proficiency in areas ranging from organic chemistry to motor development, the university established its credentials for the INBRE (IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence) program, which provides federal funding to support undergraduate research across North Dakota.
Timeline
Students collected mosquito samples from Lake Darling during the summer of 2025.
Minot State students presented their findings in Grand Forks on October 10-11, 2026.
The Tech Race
This development aligns with the broader goals of the IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence to decentralize research capabilities. By securing a core designation, the university moves from a general research participant to a specialized regional hub.
Students and faculty across the state will have increased access to undergraduate research funding through the INBRE program. This expanded capacity may lead to future public data releases, such as the environmental findings observed during the 2025 Lake Darling mosquito collection.
The takeaway
The symposium highlights the integration of undergraduate research into the broader state scientific ecosystem. Watch for the official publication of findings from the 11 showcased projects to see how they utilize the new core metals research facility resources.
Further reading
Explore more ongoing advancements in Chemistry within the state.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Kfyrtv.
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