Research

A cow wearing a virtual fence collar.

April 7, 2026

Mizzou expands virtual fencing for cattle in Missouri and Nebraska

A $3.7 million grant is helping Mizzou’s Center for Regenerative Agriculture put GPS-enabled collars on the cattle of 200 livestock producers, saving time and labor.

Old wooden one vintage chair in a room with red grunge walls and floor in sunlight, dark shadows.

April 1, 2026

Feeling lonely? Mizzou researchers are building new ways to help people reconnect

Through the ShowMe Connection project, rural Missouri residents can learn practical strategies to build stronger, healthier social networks.

Wes Warren looking at fish in his fishtank.

March 30, 2026

Mizzou team discovers what makes all-female fish species a scientific ‘miracle’

Amazon molly fish reproduce asexually yet somehow avoid the genetic mutations that could lead to extinction. Researchers are discovering why.

From left, Paul de Figueiredo, Roman Ganta and Wesley Warren

March 26, 2026

Three University of Missouri faculty honored as 2025 AAAS Fellows

The researchers are being recognized for their distinguished efforts in advancing various fields of science.

Voting booths

March 18, 2026

Study suggests mental health policy is emerging as a key voting issue for Americans

The findings from a University of Missouri public policy researcher come during a period when mental health challenges are still a widespread concern across the United States.

Ron Mittler posing at Mizzou.

March 18, 2026

Mizzou scientists learn how plants protect themselves from multiple stressors

Discovery could lead to gene-edited or newly bred crops that can withstand multiple stressors simultaneously.

Student discussing research poster with visitor

March 16, 2026

Photo gallery: 2026 Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol

Ten Mizzou research teams recently traveled to the Missouri Capitol to present their research. See photos from the event.

Young workers in an open workspace

March 11, 2026

Novak Leadership Institute survey reveals drivers of young employees’ success and flourishing are universal 

Recent survey results provide a roadmap for organizations to improve employee satisfaction by providing personal fulfillment and organizational success.

Zach Borowiak presents at a conference

March 10, 2026

Mizzou student to present AI-driven baseball analytics study during Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol

Zach Borowiak turned to artificial intelligence to challenge traditional baseball wisdom.

Two women in lab hold biochar

March 9, 2026

Mizzou researchers sowing the seeds of agricultural and economic security

Biochar could be the key to stable soil as farmers navigate changing environmental conditions.

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