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May 25, 2021

NextGen researcher profile: Russ Waitman

NextGen Precision Health’s director of medical informatics is using data to help accelerate research and improve health care for millions of people.

May 25, 2021

Optimizing local food systems in cities

Researchers in the MU College of Engineering are exploring how urban agriculture could help increase sustainability and locally sourced food in Chicago.

May 24, 2021

Publishing in a pandemic

Despite a challenging year, MU arts and humanities faculty published 28 books and CDs during 2020. The College of Arts and Science recently held a virtual event to celebrate.

May 24, 2021

Piecing together the puzzles of bird genomes

MU researcher is part of an international effort to sequence the genomes of more than 70,000 species of animals, shining a light on the role of genetics in everything from behavior to disease.

May 24, 2021

Mizzou ingenuity provides solutions for a better life

Research is at the heart of Mizzou. From devices that detect disease to those that generate energy, check out the 225 new patents, license and option agreements, and inventions Tigers made between July 2019 and December 2020.

May 21, 2021

Blocking enzymes to stop the spread of cancer

MU researcher's identify molecular compounds that can block dangerous enzymes, stopping the spread of cancer cells throughout the body.

May 21, 2021

Finding resiliency in local, community news gathering

MU researchers recently studied the effects of COVID-19 on local newspapers, revealing an industry wide tension among journalists.

May 19, 2021

Provenance: How an object’s origin can facilitate authentic, inclusive storytelling

Archivists assess, collect and preserve various artifacts and archive them to better understand their origin and cultural heritage.

May 19, 2021

Writing their own story

Since 1978, “The Missouri Review” has showcased great work by early career writers. It’s also known for preparing the next generation of publishing professionals. See how interns like AnnElise Hatjakes are wading through thousands of submissions per year in search of the next Cheryl Strayed.

May 18, 2021

Showing truth with a camera

For more than seven decades, the Missouri Photo Workshop has brought renowned photographers to small towns throughout Missouri. Last year, in response to the pandemic, it went global.