Mizzou scientist says biology needs a real-world stress test
Sixty years later, Missouri's bold investment in nuclear science continues to save and improve lives
Mizzou is harnessing the power of MURR and NextGen MURR to fight cancer, strengthen U.S. supply chains, support national defense and drive breakthroughs in health, energy and technology.
At Mizzou, a scientist is rewriting the rules for how researchers study plant stress
Rather than isolating individual factors one at a time, Ron Mittler studies how organisms respond to multiple stressors simultaneously, paving the way for better crops and potentially better medical treatments.
Sep. 21, 2026
Mizzou plays critical role in one of the world’s biggest energy projects
The University of Missouri Research Reactor has announced a partnership with Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory to support the world’s largest fusion experiment.
Sep. 2, 2026
Historic $50 million gift powers Payne Energy Innovation Center at Mizzou
David Payne’s support will also transform electrical engineering and computer science while accelerating Mizzou’s leadership in energy innovation.
Aug. 27, 2026
$1.1 billion and roaring: Mizzou powers toward record $2 billion goal
Power the Roar surpasses the halfway mark in the most ambitious fundraising campaign in Mizzou history.
July 27, 2026
Mizzou researchers discover natural replacement for artificial food dyes
Research could help manufacturers replace synthetic colors while creating new opportunities for Midwest farmers.
July 14, 2026
University of Missouri (UM) System Critical Materials Crossroads Engine selected for $160 million NSF award
Led by University of Missouri-Kansas City, this regional consortium includes all four institutions of the UM System — the University of Missouri, Missouri University of Science and Technology, the University of Missouri-St. Louis and UMKC. This partnership will build an ecosystem to ensure national security and energy independence as well as economic development.
July 8, 2026
Planting the future: Mizzou researchers put AI to work on the farm
A recent study focuses on corn and soybeans, two of the most common crops in the United States.
July 1, 2026
Mizzou uncovers breakthrough clue to help soybeans fight a billion-dollar pest
Mizzou researchers study plant resistance to the worms that cause $1 billion in annual losses to U.S. soybean industry.