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IN THIS ISSUE OF
UND DISCOVERY

Originating from the heart of North America, the impact of UND research and discovery is being felt around the globe and out of this world. The University has emerged as a leading force in advancing humanity's efforts to understand and explore the frontier of space. At the same time, researchers and artists are considering the dimensions of how we utilize and relate to our own planetary environment.