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Aug. 8, 2023

New tool provides greater accuracy for medical biosensors

University of Missouri researchers develop an innovative method using nanopores to help scientists advance their discoveries in neuroscience, other medical applications.

Aug. 1, 2023

Immigrant nurses in long-term care facilities often have more “human capital” compared to American-born nurses, MU researcher finds

Findings can help create a more diverse, equitable workforce in nursing homes, which improves patient health outcomes.

July 31, 2023

Scientists create novel approach to control energy waves in 4D

University of Missouri scientists engineered a synthetic metamaterial to direct mechanical waves along a specific path, which adds an innovative layer of control to 4D reality, otherwise known as the synthetic dimension.

Doctor examines ultrasound scan for pregnant patient.

July 27, 2023

New $3 million grant supports research on leading cause of maternal mortality worldwide

MU researcher Laura Schulz has dedicated her career to studying the intricacies of maternal health related to the placenta, research that advances knowledge on common diseases like preeclampsia.

July 26, 2023

Study examines struggles of Haitian migrants self-managing diabetes on Dominican Republic sugar cane fields

University of Missouri findings have implications for impoverished people struggling to self-manage their diabetes worldwide.

July 24, 2023

Longhorned ticks discovered in Boone County for first time, MU researchers find

Discovery alerts cattle ranchers to potential economic impacts for livestock industry.

koosh ball with blue, yellow and red rubber strands

July 24, 2023

An innovative addition to the chemist’s ‘toolbox’

University of Missouri researchers invented a programmable clay material and “building-block” to advance discoveries in chemistry, engineering and other scientific fields.

A woman being weighed by a health care professional.

July 24, 2023

One step off the scales, another step toward inclusive health care

University of Missouri study shows that weighing female patients at health care visits is associated with negative mental health.

Kiho Lee and Bethany Redel work in the lab in the Animal Sciences Research Center at MU

July 20, 2023

$3 million grant awarded to MU researcher for leading biomedical and agricultural innovation

A dual-benefit grant awarded by the National Institutes of Health will support scientific exploration to refine gene-editing processes that are poised to inform biomedical and agricultural innovation.

jesse hall on a sunny day with the columns in front of it

July 19, 2023

MU to phase out Printing Services within the next calendar year

University Stores will continue to be operated by the university following a months-long review.