University-wide Initiatives

University-wide initiatives transcend silos and campus organizations to advance global research and creative impact.

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Umaine AI

Artificial Intelligence Initiative
Moon and Arctic Background with Ice Caps

UMaine Arctic

Dancers on stage at the CCA

UMaine Arts

Engineering Students within a Research Lab

EPIC

Experiential Programs Innovation Central
A student processes eDNA samples at UMaine's Center for Genetics and the Environment.

Maine EPSCoR

Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research
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UMAINE FOREST

UMaine FORest Economy, Sustainability and Technology
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UMAINE MARINE

Marine Aligned Research, Innovation, and Nationally-recognized Education
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PFAS+ Initiative

Portland at night

Portland Gateway

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UMaine Space

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