In photos: Mizzou shines a light on 60 years of MURR
Event celebrated research, discoveries and lifesaving treatments made possible through the reactor.
MURR announces availability of Terbium-161
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.
Sep. 25, 2026
MURR and Curium extend partnership to strengthen supply of critical cancer-fighting radioisotope
Lutetium-177 — a radioisotope produced at the University of Missouri — is used in precision therapies that target and destroy cancer cells.
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.
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.
May 18, 2026
A cancer-fighting breakthrough gets a boost as Mizzou automates production
Proof-of-concept study creates a blueprint for producing prostate cancer treatment more efficiently.
May 14, 2026
Photo gallery: Nuclear Energy Agency Director-General visits Mizzou
The University of Missouri welcomed Mr. William D. Magwood, IV, who spoke this week as part of the President's Distinguished Lecture Series. See photos from his visit.
May 14, 2026
Mizzou breaks ground on Radioisotope Science Center to strengthen nation’s supply of critical isotopes
The approximately 31,250-square-foot facility is a joint investment between the U.S. Department of Energy and the State of Missouri.
May 12, 2026
Inside the ‘New Nuclear Era’: Mr. William D. Magwood, IV on global resurgence of nuclear energy and what comes next
The Director-General of the Nuclear Energy Agency will deliver remarks on May 13 as part of the President’s Distinguished Lecture series.