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Scientists at research reactor

March 24, 2026

DOE and MURR secure critical radioisotope supply chain for medical imaging

The University of Missouri Research Reactor is now the only domestic supplier of gadolinium-153 through a new agreement with the Department of Energy.

March 13, 2026

Mizzou Giving Day surpasses 3,000 gifts for student success and statewide impact

24-hour surge of philanthropy supports scholarships, research and Missouri communities.

Vials of Lu-177 with MURR labels

March 10, 2026

MURR makes NCA Lu-177 available worldwide

Expanded supply will enable researchers and industry to purchase GMP no-carrier-added Lutetium-177 directly from the reactor.

Frank Booth on a treadmill.

March 5, 2026

Moving research forward one step at a time

This Mizzou Giving Day, learn how Frank Booth’s generosity is helping the next generation of scientists keep research, and themselves, moving.

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.

Ben Casterline in his clinic.

Feb. 24, 2026

Mizzou researchers, MU Extension outreach help those with alpha-gal syndrome

The red meat allergy caused by lone star tick bite is on the rise in Missouri and beyond.

Feb. 10, 2026

University of Missouri conducts first in-person clinical trial for nuclear medicine breakthrough device

The clinical trial marks the latest human trial at Mizzou involving radioisotopes to treat cancer.

Hongmin Sun posing with her new device.

Feb. 4, 2026

Spray away infections: Mizzou researcher using new device to give antibiotics via mist

The new device sprays mist to treat deep wound infections without causing kidney damage.

Barry Edwards holding a flashlight.

Jan. 7, 2026

Shining a spotlight on cancer  

Mizzou researcher creates a cancer “flashlight” to see who can benefit from targeted treatments.

Ramji Bhandari posing in front of fish tanks.

Jan. 6, 2026

Vitamin C may help protect fertility from a harmful environmental chemical

Study suggests a potential safeguard for individuals regularly exposed to fireworks, explosives and related materials.

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