All Topics Archive

Aug. 5, 2020

Remembering Dr. Ridgel

Dr. Gus T. Ridgel, who helped desegregate MU and was the first Black graduate, has died at 95. Ridgel received a master’s degree in economics with honors in 1951.

Aug. 5, 2020

Researchers discover predictor of laser treatment success in patients with glaucoma

A new study from the School of Medicine and MU Health Care provides insight into which glaucoma patients might benefit most from a noninvasive treatment.

Aug. 5, 2020

Study: Drivers experience four levels of attentive ‘gaze’ in response to alerts from pre-crash warning systems

Collision avoidance systems aren’t always tested in a real-world environment.

Aug. 5, 2020

Mizzou engineers who make asphalt are now making hand sanitizer

Aug. 4, 2020

Pandemic shows central banks may be better off working together

MU study provides evidence suggesting that countries using similar economic policies during an economic crisis is best for the global economy.

Aug. 3, 2020

COVID-19 course provides students a comprehensive look at pandemic

Throughout the summer, 50 students from the University of Missouri and other UM System campuses gathered remotely to consider the political, societal and personal implications of the coronavirus pandemic.

July 31, 2020

Locally made shields protect MU Health Care workers

When an order of thousands of manufactured face shields didn’t arrive, a team at the College of Engineering stepped up to ensure Mizzou’s health care team was protected against coronavirus. 

July 31, 2020

Tips on watering your garden

How and when you water your garden often makes the difference between healthy or diseased plants. Tom Fowler offers simple watering tips that can provide a bushel of benefits.

July 30, 2020

Engineering shop finds innovative solutions to COVID-19 issues

From removable door handles to respirator connector valves, a team of MU engineers is helping our community – and hospitals – fight coronavirus.

July 29, 2020

Research shows ibuprofen does not hinder bone fracture healing in children

A new study shows ibuprofen can be given in addition to acetaminophen as a safe and effective pain reliever.