Research DEN

(Dakota Equipment Nexus)

UTTC's Research DEN is Bridging the Gap:

Addressing the Disparities in Research Access in West-Central ND and SD and Among Tribal Nations and Tribal Colleges

Expanding Research Infrastructure

Increasing STEM Research and Research Collaborations

Achieving Sustainable Research Excellence

Contributes to Innovation, Workforce Development, and Strengthens Regional Economies

The Research DEN will build strong collaborative partnerships with tribes, industry, and community members through workshops, co-developed research projects, and using science and UTTC STEM lab facilities to address community needs.

Research DEN Core Lab Facilities Include:

Advanced Microscopy Hub
Environmental Analysis Hub
Cellular & Molecular Biology Hub
Materials Science Hub

NOTE: The UTTC IRRC Research DEN is currently being constructed on UTTC's south campus. The IRRC DEN wing will include two new lab spaces, new STEM offices, an IRRC Collaboration Space, and field equipment storage space. Completion is scheduled for May 2026, with services being initiated this summer and into the fall.

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