PARTNERS

Due to the impacts of climate change, the relationship between environment and emerging infectious diseases is an integral factor in studying epidemics and pandemics. 

The University of Minnesota Institute on Infectious Diseases (UMIID) partners with the Institute on the Environment to leverage both of our areas of expertise in order to learn from one another and better approach these dynamic and critical topics.

"The interface between infectious disease, sustainability, and the environment is broad and deep, and research at this interface is critical to protecting both people and the planet. A partnership of UMIID and IonE will identify where to invest expertise and talents of the UMN, so that we can have the biggest impact in protecting our most valuable resources."  - Jessica Hellmann, Professor, Executive Director, Institute on the Environment

The University of Minnesota is home to the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP), which is one of the most renowned institutions in the world in public health policy and research. UMIID partners with CIDRAP to learn from their expertise in public health policy and research while sharing our findings in basic, clinical and translational infectious disease research.

"Public health policy must be grounded in and responsive to scientific research that is accurate, up-to-date, and that evolves based on real-time data and outcomes. UMIID is offering to pursue foundational scientific research that will help CIDRAP to continue to deliver effective policy in infectious disease." - Michael T. Osterholm, PhD, MPH, CIDRAP Director

UMIDD welcomes partnerships with industry to create innovative solutions to emerging infections with epidemic or pandemic potential. Potential industrial partners should contact the UMIID Operations Director.

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