NextGen

Smita Saxena in the NextGen building.

Feb. 26, 2026

Mizzou researcher applies novel delivery method to treat ALS symptoms

New therapy bypasses the blood-brain barrier to successfully deliver a neuroprotective molecule.

Oct. 28, 2025

University leaders and Korean alumni convene for 16th Harry S. Truman Conference

The Missouri delegation also toured leading engineering and energy facilities.

Dunpeng Cai posing.

Oct. 14, 2025

A potential game-changer: Mizzou researcher creating a new way to treat genetic disorders

With a grant from the American Heart Association, Mizzou’s cutting-edge RNA therapy will target Marfan syndrome.

Researchers working in a lab at the NextGen Precision Health building.

Oct. 9, 2025

Can a keto diet help protect brain energy?

Mizzou researchers found that switching to a high-fat, low-carb diet may improve brain health for those with increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

Bret Ulery and Shwetha Ramachandra

Sep. 29, 2025

The future of spine surgery: healing backs without screws or metal implants

With NIH funding, University of Missouri researchers are pioneering biological alternatives that could someday help the body heal itself.

Xiaohua Liu in front of lab equipment.

July 9, 2025

Mizzou engineering researcher takes on tooth loss

A novel, bio-inspired treatment for periodontitis could help patients keep their natural teeth, avoiding painful and expensive implants.

April 24, 2025

A strong defense

Researchers boost the body’s natural resistance to DNA damage — and may improve reproductive health in the process.

Researchers in a lab at NextGen.

April 22, 2025

Exercise boosts brain health — even when energy is low

Mizzou researchers find that exercise improves brain health, even when ketone production in the liver is impaired.

Graphic image of biological starfish surrounding a starfish wearable electronic device

April 2, 2025

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.

Campus buildings with text: Groundbreaking research

March 19, 2025

Mizzou’s research exceeds $500 million

Historic research activity fuels innovation in agriculture, artificial intelligence, medicine and more.

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