July 28, 2022

Prenatal opioid exposure may trigger neurological, behavioral changes later in life

MU study links changes in gut bacteria to prenatal exposure to oxycodone, a commonly abused opioid during pregnancy.

July 26, 2022

Study: Londoners at increased risk of dying from heat stress

University of Missouri researcher finds UK’s net-zero climate policy is not enough to mitigate risk; situation same in other European cites, but less dire in U.S.

July 22, 2022

Historical mistrust in government, health care industry contributes to COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy for African Americans

MU researcher studies social, structural determinants of health that feed vaccine hesitancy, worsen health disparities for African Americans.

July 20, 2022

Mizzou releases spring 2022 graduation list

More than 5,820 students received degrees.

July 18, 2022

Clever COVID-19

MU researchers show how the evolving virus evades antibodies from vaccines, previous infections.

July 5, 2022

MU Health Care CEO Curtright stepping down

July 1, 2022

Black nursing home residents, those under age 65 more likely to have repeat transfers to hospital, MU study finds

Study also found those with ‘full-code’ status regarding end-of-life care more likely to have repeat transfers than those with ‘do-not-resuscitate’ status.

June 30, 2022

MU finishes internal audit of College of Engineering

Three individuals terminated; criminal investigation continues

June 27, 2022

Personal health trackers may include smart face mask, other wearables

In two new studies, University of Missouri researchers develop concepts of wearable smart bioelectronic devices, materials for better real-time monitoring of a person’s health, including vitals.

June 24, 2022

MU researcher earns Fulbright grant to boost community engagement efforts in South Africa

Federally funded award will help MU professor assist disengaged, vulnerable youth in rural, resource-limited areas through community development initiatives.