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Mizzou signs agreement for first phase of new research reactor

New state-of-the-art nuclear facility will expand lifesaving cancer treatment and fuel U.S. innovation in nuclear science.

Scientists create a ‘brilliantly luminous’ nanoscale chemical tool

University of Missouri researchers developed the tiny clay-based materials that can be customized for a range of analytical, commercial and medical applications.

University of Missouri professor awarded Andrew Carnegie Fellowship to study civics education

Brian Kisida is the university’s first recipient of the prestigious fellowship.

People in suits holding copies of signed documents

April 16, 2025

Mizzou signs agreement for first phase of new research reactor

New state-of-the-art nuclear facility will expand lifesaving cancer treatment and fuel U.S. innovation in nuclear science.

April 16, 2025

Scientists create a ‘brilliantly luminous’ nanoscale chemical tool

University of Missouri researchers developed the tiny clay-based materials that can be customized for a range of analytical, commercial and medical applications.

April 16, 2025

University of Missouri professor awarded Andrew Carnegie Fellowship to study civics education

Brian Kisida is the university’s first recipient of the prestigious fellowship.

Researchers at the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment.

April 15, 2025

New study may help detect early signs of autism in the first year of life

Mizzou researchers hope parent surveys could lead to earlier interventions to help children flourish.

April 14, 2025

One Tiger’s roadmap from first-gen freshman to postdoctoral fellow

Sarah Hurt shares advice for students interested in getting started in research.

April 14, 2025

Driven by discovery: Mizzou undergraduate finds his path in the lab

Biochemistry major Blake Arciga will present his findings in the fight against colorectal cancer at Show Me Research Week.

Two people in lab coats with corn kernel samples

April 9, 2025

Graduate and professional students drive innovation and impact at Mizzou

For National Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week, three Tigers share what it’s like to pursue advanced degrees at Mizzou, now ranked 15th among flagship universities for graduate education.

April 9, 2025

Mizzou researcher offers new theory on universe’s star formation

In a new study, University of Missouri astronomy professor Charles Steinhardt challenges the notion long held by professional astronomers that red galaxies are simply "dead" and have ceased forming stars.

April 9, 2025

Expanding access to research for all Tigers

Linda Blockus has worked at Mizzou for more than 35 years, connecting students with research opportunities on campus and worldwide.

April 8, 2025

Mizzou researchers discover natural compound may slow ALS and dementia

A new study from the University of Missouri shows a compound found in certain fruits and vegetables could hold key to treating neurodegenerative diseases.