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UM System announces strategic investments to advance humanities, fine arts, social and behavioral sciences research initiatives at MU
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MU research project to study COVID-19 immunity

Blood draws will detect COVID-19 antibody presence over time.

Perceptions of body image affects sexual function

University of Missouri professor Virginia Ramseyer Winter explains how new research on hookups shows that body image can impact sexual behaviors.

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Nov. 11, 2020

Detecting Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms arise

MU researcher develops procedures to help identify early signs of cognitive decline.
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Nov. 9, 2020

Helping young adults with autism transition to adult health care

MU School of Health Professions professor Nancy Cheak-Zamora explains how she developed a transition readiness assessment to help improve health care autonomy for adolescents with autism.
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Nov. 9, 2020

2020 Provost’s Outstanding Junior Faculty Teaching Awards announced
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Nov. 9, 2020

MU health psychology expert shares tips for safely enjoying the holiday season during COVID-19
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Oct. 28, 2020

School of Health Professions debuts inclusive playground

The accessible playground encourages imaginative play for kids of all ages and abilities.
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Oct. 21, 2020

School of Health Professions students and faculty recognized at conference
Claudia Stephens, 3, plays with Switched Adapted Toys at Children’s Therapy Center.

Oct. 19, 2020

Making toys more accessible

Alumna, pediatric physical therapist, alters toys to make sure all kids have equal access to play.