Research

Nov. 9, 2023

Scientists find 14 new transient objects in space by peering through a galaxy “magnifying glass”

MU researcher Haojing Yan and a team of scientists make the discovery by studying the “Christmas Tree Galaxy Cluster” using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope.

mun choi headshot

Nov. 8, 2023

President Mun Choi elected chair of APLU's Commission on Food, Environment and Renewable Resources

Photo by Abbie Lankitus/Mizzou Visual Productions

Nov. 8, 2023

A sustaining force: MU researcher looks to re-establish ‘fire culture’ with new funding

As the wildfire crisis intensifies across North America, resident scientists are working on sustainable solutions to protect forests with a $1.2 million grant.

Patel headshot

Nov. 8, 2023

Research project examines connections between two pandemics

Using historical records and her own experience, Mizzou senior Devanshi Patel discovered parallels between the influenza and COVID-19 pandemics.

NextGen MURR animation graphic of proposed new building

Nov. 7, 2023

Tiny atoms, big impact: How the MU Research Reactor is saving and improving lives in Missouri and around the globe

The NextGen MURR initiative will expand the University of Missouri’s capacity to produce medical isotopes that will be used in advanced cancer treatments for decades to come.

A leader giving their employee a handshake.

Oct. 17, 2023

How leaders communicate with employees sets the tone for a respectful workplace culture

University of Missouri study finds that employees are more engaged when leaders establish a respectful workplace culture and recognize individual achievements.

Arnold Lab/NextGen/University of Missouri

Oct. 11, 2023

Researcher receives $3 million grant to investigate a treatment to improve motor function in older adults

Neuroscientist and physician W. David Arnold aims to improve strength in older adults by improving neural communication with muscles.

Oct. 10, 2023

Ally for discovery

Roberta Settergren has spent more than 50 years working at the University of Missouri. Learn how her behind-the-scenes work is helping researchers solve mysteries and create meaningful change.

Paul de Figueiredo, Bond LSC principal investigator and NEXTGEN Precision Health endowed professor, professor of molecular microbiology & immunology, and veterinary pathobiology | photo by Roger Meissen, Bond LSC

Oct. 9, 2023

$20 million grant to help researcher accelerate fight against cancer with new therapeutic

Molecular biologist, Paul de Figueiredo, and his team at the University of Missouri are pushing the envelope by striving to create a single-use cancer therapeutic.

Oct. 5, 2023

What is October’s ‘ring of fire’ eclipse?

The annular solar eclipse will be visible to millions of people living in North America on Oct. 14.

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