NextGen

Nathan Bresette and Ai-Ling Lin

Sep. 24, 2026

Mizzou researchers develop AI tool that reveals hidden clues in the gut microbiome

By finding biological signals that other methods miss, the new software could help scientists flag early warning signs of disease.

Researchers working in a lab.

Sep. 21, 2026

Changing the way we age: Mizzou discovery could help preserve muscle strength

W. David Arnold identified a breakdown in communication between nerves and muscles that could lead to new treatments for age-related weakness.

Sep. 15, 2026

Mizzou alum turns family’s search for answers into action on rare disease

John Ruth and his family are helping shape Mizzou’s new Center for Translational Neurogenetics.

Jack Cheng portrait with a protein structure in the background

Sep. 9, 2026

Mizzou researchers chart new course for AI-powered biomedical discoveries

An emerging form of artificial intelligence could give scientists a clearer view of how living systems change over time and accelerate the pace of medical discoveries.

Researchers in the School of Medicine posing in the clinic.

Sep. 2, 2026

Mizzou researchers uncover promising new target for treating high blood pressure

Discovery could lead to more precise treatments by reducing inflammation linked to hypertension.

Dunpeng Cai posing.

Sep. 1, 2026

Mizzou researcher leading the way in search of first-ever treatment for common heart valve disease

Dunpeng Cai received a $2.8 million NIH grant to study the underlying causes of aortic valve calcification and find a target for treatment.

Jaume Padilla running around the track at Mizzou.

July 19, 2026

From marathons to triathlons and beyond, Mizzou Tigers go the distance

Mizzou faculty, staff and alumni are redefining what’s possible through perseverance and Tiger grit.

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