Eric Stann

Drone aerial photographs near Traditions Plaza April 27, 2022.

Mizzou to host Patriot Day wreath-laying ceremony

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Hidden music

Mizzou biologist Rex Cocroft is inspired by the often overlooked sounds of nature.

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Ask a Mizzou expert: Four things to know about the Sept. 10 presidential debate

Ben Warner is the director of the Political Communication Institute at the University of Missouri.

Chad Rose

Mizzou researchers awarded $8 million in grants to discover new bullying prevention strategies

A team of scientists, led by Chad Rose at the University of Missouri, will study how teaching children social and communication skills can help reduce bullying in schools.

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Mizzou’s insect museum to host open house for 150th anniversary

Keith Herman

Mizzou researchers receive grant to help teachers navigate middle school mayhem

Researchers from Mizzou’s College of Education and Human Development are giving free training and coaching to middle school teachers in rural Missouri thanks to support from the U.S. Department of Education.

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Mizzou scientists create geochemical fingerprints

Modern technology at Mizzou allows researchers to contribute to the scientific understanding of how human societies have developed over time.

Keep the human in the loop

Mizzou journalism professor Jared Schroeder weighs in on the effect of artificial intelligence on the flow of ideas and expression.

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Creating a global classroom

Photos of Jesse and the Columns before spring commencement 2020

2023-24 faculty promotions and tenure

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Paying it forward: Mizzou alumna helps inspire the future of PK-12 education

A $4 million gift to the Mizzou College of Education and Human Development will benefit students and faculty studying PK-12 education.

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Echoes of history

For nearly 130 years, Mizzou’s Army ROTC cadets have proudly served on the Cannon Crew at Mizzou Football’s home games. Go behind the scenes with them on game day.

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Veterans Week 2024

Learn how Mizzou is recognizing and supporting those who have served, in honor of Veterans Day.

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Honoring the Tiger spirit

The University of Missouri and Mizzou Alumni Association introduce campus’ newest landmark — the M-I-Z statue — a powerful symbol of the passion that unites Tigers across the world.

Chris Deutsch

How military life sparked one historian’s passion for the past

Mizzou historian Chris Deutsch’s lifelong love of history and storytelling drives him to provide research support for the Department of Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency.

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University of Missouri names director of media relations and public affairs

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Making a positive impact

University of Missouri senior Grace Liles is leaving her mark on the world by using radiochemistry to make potentially life-saving discoveries.

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Study explores how Reddit is used to work through pre-wedding doubts

University of Missouri researchers find that the social media platform Reddit is being used by people who have second thoughts to openly share and seek advice before getting married.

Paola Orozco

Lending a helping hand

Paola Orozco’s motivation to help other people influenced her to move from Mexico to Mizzou to pursue a career in medicine.

Manny Hernandez-Sanchez

Making the most out of life

Emmanuel “Manny” Hernandez-Sanchez of Mexico, Missouri, took advantage of opportunities at the University of Missouri to learn and grow both personally and professionally.

Jamalon Alonso

A heart of black and gold

From caring for patients to cheering on the Tigers as a member of the Golden Girls dance team, St. Louis native Jamalon Alonso said she’s grateful for every opportunity she’s had at the University of Missouri.

Utku Asuroglu

Utku Asuroglu named a Guggenheim Fellow

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Ask a Mizzou expert: Why do potholes form on roads?

University of Missouri professor Punya Rath unearths the science surrounding street craters.

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New AI tool reveals single-cell structure of chromosomes — in 3D

A breakthrough at the University of Missouri could help scientists better understand how genes work — and how certain types of cancer develop.

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A celebration in bloom: New Mizzou Botanic Garden collection launches at The Mizzou Store

Inspired by Jenny McGee’s original designs, her captivating artwork is now featured on drinkware, notecards, magnets, prints, stickers, tote bags, T-shirts and more.

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Study explores how to use AI to listen to the ‘heartbeat’ of a city

University of Missouri researchers develop an artificial intelligence tool that analyzes public Instagram posts to aid city safety, services and emergency response.

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Cool science: Researchers craft tiny biological tools using frozen ethanol

The groundbreaking discovery by University of Missouri scientists could open new doors for other researchers working with delicate materials such as cell membranes.

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How Eli Bollinger used Mizzou to turn a passion for coding into a career

Leadership, community and curiosity have shaped this senior’s journey to a future in tech.

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A playbook for a dream: How Milli Wilson took the NFL field while earning her degree

From Mizzou to the Buffalo Bills, this graduate’s hustle is pure “playoff caliber.”

Photo gallery: 2024 "Come Home Tour"

The third annual spring caravan featured Mizzou coaches, student-athletes and staff in seven different stops.

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Dennis K. Miller awarded 2025 Kemper Fellowship for Teaching Excellence

Annual awards recognize five outstanding educators at the University of Missouri

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Nicole Campione-Barr awarded 2024 Kemper Fellowship for Teaching Excellence

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Kemper Awards will be announced this week and next

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Mizzou alumnus’ bakery named a 2025 James Beard Award semifinalist

Nathaniel Reid originally came to Mizzou to study biology, but a chance opportunity in a local restaurant kitchen sparked a new passion — and forever changed his career path.

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Mizzou scientists develop a method that could lower medicine costs and contribute to cleaner energy and sustainability

University of Missouri researchers use a novel electrochemistry approach to build new molecules using micelles from naturally occurring amino acids and coconut oil.

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Four University of Missouri faculty honored as 2024 AAAS Fellows

They are being recognized for their distinguished efforts in advancing various fields of science.

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From pawns to kings: Mizzou Chess team headed to President’s Cup

As the winners of the 2024 Pan-American Intercollegiate Championship, Mizzou’s chess team qualifies for the “Final Four” of collegiate chess for the second year in a row.

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Helping Mizzou students turn conflict into new connections

A new national partnership helps University of Missouri students build stronger connections with others by learning how to engage in respectful conversations.

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Revolutionizing drone navigation: AI algorithms take flight

A leading-edge project led by University of Missouri researchers aims to equip drones with autonomous visual navigation capabilities, potentially transforming the way drones operate and assist in critical scenarios like natural disasters.

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Researchers using lidar and AI to advance transportation engineering and safety

University of Missouri engineering researchers are using advanced technology to help make our roads safer by better understanding how pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles interact.

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More than a game: the business behind March Madness

Mizzou sports management expert Michelle Brimecombe takes a deep dive into the billion-dollar engine behind the NCAA’s biggest tournament.

Jay Sexton

Jay Sexton receives 2024 SEC Faculty Achievement Award

Matthew Martens

Matthew Martens appointed Mizzou provost and executive vice chancellor

Martens will continue to have a central role in the university’s MizzouForward initiative.

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Hope is the key to a meaningful life, according to new research

University of Missouri researchers demonstrate that boosting hope could be a game-changer for mental health and resilience.

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From fear to fascination: Mizzou wildlife ecologist challenges misconceptions about sharks

Fifty years after "Jaws" captured the imagination — and fear — of the public, wildlife ecologist Michael Byrne is working to change the pop culture narrative.

Sarah Diem

Sarah Diem named interim dean of the MU College of Education and Human Development

Accomplished researcher studies educational policy.

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Tiny fossils, big discoveries: Researchers reveal new clues about early ocean life

University of Missouri study challenges assumptions about biodiversity near Earth’s first reef systems.

Southeastern Conference recognizes student-athletes, faculty and staff

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Looking in the digital mirror: Mizzou researchers introduce concept of ‘social self-comparison’

What happens when people look at their edited photos on social media and then compare those images to how they look in real life?

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Mizzou scientists spot more Milky Way-like galaxies in early universe

The study advances our understanding of how galaxies were formed.

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Study: Why some lung cancer treatments stop working — and possible fixes

University of Missouri scientists discover a hidden “molecular seesaw” behind drug resistance in certain types of lung cancer, offering hope for more effective therapies.

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Pathway to progress

Mizzou researchers examine the working relationship between school-based instructional coaches and teachers as a factor in improving student success in the classroom.

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Researchers identify key survival strategy for soybeans during heat and drought

The University of Missouri study reveals that soybeans use a natural targeted cooling mechanism to protect reproduction under tough weather conditions.

Heather Hennkens

Mizzou scientists work to boost lifesaving cancer treatments

A federal grant from the U.S. Department of Energy supports researchers exploring Terbium-161 — a promising new tool in the fight against cancer.

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Recreating Mazon Creek’s 300-million-year-old ecosystem

A new study from the University of Missouri sheds light on how exceptional fossil preservation at Mazon Creek captured the diversity of life across land, delta and sea.

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Mizzou researchers engineer plants for optimal biofuel production

A new study develops a roadmap for scientists showing how genetic changes can affect how much oil a plant can produce.

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Mizzou graduate student to study service dogs' health and well-being

Service dogs play an important role in helping people recover from serious health conditions — but their own well-being is often overlooked.

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Four ingredients for the perfect Fourth of July

Tips to help your celebration stay safe, festive and fun.

Sheila Grant, Jaya Ghosh, Marcelle Siegel and Dave Grant.

Illuminating the future

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) recently selected MU as one of 18 U.S. academic institutions to receive an Accelerating Research Translation award.

Riley Young

Mizzou students expand horizons with International Trade Center internship

Tigers conduct international market research for U.S. companies looking to expand their businesses globally.

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Sparking innovation for research

A scanning electron microscope at the University of Missouri Research Reactor will enhance the facility’s investigative capabilities for materials research and discoveries.

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Researchers invent a new tool to help lower the cost of tomorrow’s medicine

Two University of Missouri scientists created AshPhos, a chemical tool that makes it more efficient to create carbon-nitrogen bonds.

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Mizzou alumna, Petite Keep founder to appear on ABC’s 'Shark Tank'

On Friday, January 24, Lindsay Mullenger will pitch her startup online retail business to the “sharks” during an episode of the business-themed reality television show.

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Mizzou scientists harness the power of ‘layered’ crystals for energy innovation

Two University of Missouri physics professors are exploring how a material called halide perovskites could transform light-powered energy technology.

Jenny McGee

Celebrating Mizzou’s natural beauty

Jenny McGee’s artwork inspired by the Mizzou Botanic Garden will be available at The Mizzou Store in spring 2025.

Jesse Hall dome with tree with fall colors

Mizzou releases fall 2024 dean's list

Congratulations to the 12,392 undergraduate students who earned a spot on the list.

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Chill alert! During cold weather, check out these safety tips

With extremely cold temperatures expected during the first week of the spring semester, here are five ways Tigers can stay warm and safe.

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An innovative approach to shield against foodborne illness

The project, led by University of Missouri researchers, is supported by a $5 million grant from the National Science Foundation’s Convergence Accelerator Program.

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Chiefs, Eagles (and Tigers), oh my! 10 Mizzou connections to Super Bowl LIX

The NFL’s game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Feb. 9, will feature many ties to Mizzou, making it even more exciting for Tigers fans, students and alumni.

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Smart agriculture: Farming in the digital age

Mizzou’s new Digital Agriculture Research and Extension Center will enhance research, education and outreach in emerging digital technologies for farming.

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Mizzou researchers are cracking the code on solid-state batteries

Using a combination of advanced imagery and ultra-thin coatings, University of Missouri researchers are working to revolutionize solid-state battery performance.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: University of Missouri to announce 2025 Kemper Awards

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Adding a radioisotope to the toolkit for saving lives

A pair of University of Missouri researchers study terbium-161 with the hope that one day it could be the next major radioisotope produced to treat cancer.

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Research reveals hidden risks from plastic-coated fertilizers in soil

A study by University of Missouri researchers focuses on the microplastic pollution generated by polymer-coated, control-release fertilizers, highlighting the need for biodegradable alternatives.

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Study reveals why teachers are leaving the classroom in the post-pandemic era

A University of Missouri survey found 78% of nearly 500 teachers have considered quitting, with more experienced teachers likelier to make that decision.

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Making blueprints for tomorrow’s energy needs

Zack Miller, a Mizzou econometrician, is passionate about finding answers to big economic questions by learning about the world's energy needs.

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Elevating artistic creativity

Creative works by Mizzou students will take center stage during the Chancellor’s Arts Showcase on Friday, Feb. 23.

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Explainer: What the latest U.S. economy numbers mean for consumers

Economics expert Joe Haslag breaks down the U.S. Department of Commerce’s latest GDP report from the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Elevating excellence for tomorrow’s innovators

Jianlin “Jack” Cheng, Curators’ Distinguished Professor in the MU College of Engineering, is preparing the next generation to solve some of society’s most pressing issues through use of advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence and bioinformatics.

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Ask an expert: Financial tips to save money, stay happy during the holiday season

Andrew Zumwalt with the University of Missouri’s personal financial planning program provides some ideas for money-saving approaches to help you get through the holidays.

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Revolutionizing electronics

Mizzou professor Deepak Singh and his students are driven by a shared passion to study the internal structures of materials and a collective interest to push the future of consumer electronics forward.

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Tiny particle, huge potential

University of Missouri researchers Carsten Ullrich and Deepak Singh have discovered unseen interactions that could impact the future of electronics.

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Showcasing eons of art history

Mizzou’s Museum of Art and Archaeology celebrates its newly renovated space at Ellis Library.

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Connecting the past with the future

Mizzou’s Museum of Anthropology celebrates its newly renovated space at Ellis Library.

Hannah Bockting

Making the most of every opportunity

When University of Missouri senior Hannah Bockting graduates this December, she will add a new chapter to her family’s legacy at Mizzou.

Sami Chitwood

Fashion meets entrepreneurship

After graduating from Mizzou in December, Samie Chitwood will transform her startup idea from college — Blossoms Boutique LLC —into a full-time business in Belle, Missouri.

Trey Scott

Blending creativity, purpose and positive vibes

When University of Missouri senior Trey Scott saw that streetwear clothing lacked positive messaging, he decided to do something about it — by launching his own uplifting brand.

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Soaring to new heights

NASA recently selected seven college students for a one-of-a-kind micro-internship at the John F. Kennedy Space Center. Meet the three Tigers who represented Mizzou.

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Roar louder … in black and gold

“Stripe the State” by rocking Mizzou colors every Friday this fall. Black and Gold Fridays support MU’s more than 500 student-athletes who compete across 20 intercollegiate sports.

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Embracing the spirit of tennis

Chelsey Farris, a 2013 Mizzou Department of Textile and Apparel Management alumna and second-generation Tiger, designed the theme art that will be on display at this year’s U.S. Open Tennis Championships Aug. 26-Sept. 8.

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Mizzou scientists achieve more than 98% efficiency removing nanoplastics from water

The liquid-based solution uses a solvent to trap the plastic particles, leaving clean water behind.

Galaxy

Mizzou researcher offers new theory on universe’s star formation

In a new study, University of Missouri astronomy professor Charles Steinhardt challenges the notion long held by professional astronomers that red galaxies are simply "dead" and have ceased forming stars.

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Weaving threads of sound into a musical tapestry

Music composition student Atticus Schlegel transferred to MU to push the boundaries of his craft. With help from the Mizzou New Music Initiative, he’s learning to leave audiences spellbound.

Colleen Finney

Mizzou helps student-athletes think about life beyond the game

The Momentum Institute at Mizzou Athletics ensures student-athletes game plan for life after sports.

MU Remembers honors lives of students, faculty and staff who have passed away

Ganggang Zhao, center, demonstrates the device’s wireless charging capability as Zheng Yan, left, and Zehua Chen observe the test.

An important step forward in the future of self-health monitoring

The latest innovation from Mizzou engineer Zheng Yan and team is a soft, self-charging material that is battery free.

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Witnessing a celestial spectacle

On April 8, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, including southeast Missouri. MU astronomer Haojing Yan explains some of the science behind the event.

Mizzou historian reflects on pope's passing and the path to a new pontiff

John Frymire was the first North American granted access to the Vatican's secret archives. Today, he sheds light on centuries of papal succession tradition.

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Photo gallery: Welcoming Laird Veatch back to Mizzou

Before he officially begins his role on May 1, Laird Veatch visited Columbia to meet with leaders, coaches, staff, student-athletes and the media.

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History in action: Mizzou students recreate ancient tools

The University of Missouri’s new experimental archaeology class brings the past to life through experiential learning.

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University of Missouri to introduce Laird Veatch, MU’s new athletic director

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Science confirms what an only child already knows: caregiving alone is tough

University of Missouri researchers explore how caring for a parent differs when you’re among siblings compared to being an only child.

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Scientists unveil starfish-inspired wearable tech for heart monitoring

Designed by University of Missouri researchers, the device includes AI technology to detect potential heart problems with over 90% accuracy, making it a promising tool for at-home monitoring.

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Reopening preview of the Museum of Art and Archaeology and the Museum of Anthropology

Gary Baker

Scientists create a ‘brilliantly luminous’ nanoscale chemical tool

University of Missouri researchers developed the tiny clay-based materials that can be customized for a range of analytical, commercial and medical applications.

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University of Missouri professor awarded Andrew Carnegie Fellowship to study civics education

Brian Kisida is the university’s first recipient of the prestigious fellowship.

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University of Missouri presents a conversation with veteran writers

Taking on the global challenge of hidden hunger

Mizzou researcher Kiruba Krishnaswamy recently received an NSF CAREER award to develop a sustainable food system.

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