Fighting back against a dangerous tick-borne disease
Mizzou scientist discovers how a deadly bacterium spread by the lone star tick survives, bringing hope for new treatments.
Researchers identify key survival strategy for soybeans during heat and drought
The University of Missouri study reveals that soybeans use a natural targeted cooling mechanism to protect reproduction under tough weather conditions.
Tracking invasive pear trees with the help of AI
Mizzou researchers explore low-cost ways to monitor invasive plants in urban areas, which can help protect ecosystems.
July 22, 2025
Mizzou scientists work to boost lifesaving cancer treatments
A federal grant from the U.S. Department of Energy supports researchers exploring Terbium-161 — a promising new tool in the fight against cancer.
July 21, 2025
Recreating Mazon Creek’s 300-million-year-old ecosystem
A new study from the University of Missouri sheds light on how exceptional fossil preservation at Mazon Creek captured the diversity of life across land, delta and sea.
July 16, 2025
Blood pressure drug may help reduce stomach issues for some with autism
Mizzou researcher finds propranolol can help ease gastrointestinal distress for some autistic individuals.
July 15, 2025
Mizzou scientists explore new frontiers in virus defense
University of Missouri researchers uncover the antiviral potential of defensins — tiny proteins with big possibilities in future disease prevention and treatment.
July 10, 2025
Mizzou researchers engineer plants for optimal biofuel production
A new study develops a roadmap for scientists showing how genetic changes can affect how much oil a plant can produce.
July 8, 2025
Study: Why some lung cancer treatments stop working — and possible fixes
University of Missouri scientists discover a hidden “molecular seesaw” behind drug resistance in certain types of lung cancer, offering hope for more effective therapies.
July 3, 2025
States that empower advanced practice registered nurses have better health outcomes, new study finds
Mizzou researchers found that giving APRNs more freedom to do their jobs helps increase access to health care.