Research

Chris Lorson with students

Oct. 2, 2023

Chris Lorson on fast track for spinal muscular atrophy drug

A research grant awarded to MU professor Chris Lorson’s biotechnology company is allowing innovative experimentation with a new spinal muscular atrophy drug.

Mohonk Lake

Sep. 28, 2023

Why lakes turn green: MU scientist awarded NSF grant for deep dive into the health of North America’s freshwater lakes

As climate change warms the planet, harmful algal bloom flares are interfering with water quality in lakes.

Olivia and Mya Burken in the NextGen building

Sep. 27, 2023

Sisters in science

Students Olivia and Mya Burken have put their love for science to work assisting with clinical trials at Mizzou’s Roy Blunt NextGen Precision Health building.

Cynthia Tang and Brian Thomas headshots

Sep. 27, 2023

Cynthia Tang and Brian Thomas receive NIH F30 fellowships

George P. Smith and Latha Ramchand, University of Missouri

Sep. 25, 2023

Inaugural Mizzou Medal of Distinction awarded to George P. Smith in recognition of outstanding service

The medal recognizes individuals who have distinguished themselves through scholarly, artistic, professional, governmental or humanitarian achievements.

Gecko on a wall with trees in the background

Sep. 21, 2023

Scaling up the power of nanotechnology

University of Missouri researchers’ conceptual design of a nanomaterial could one day support new uses of nanotechnology in medicine and science.

A scientist conducting research in a laboratory.

Sep. 20, 2023

$12 million grant will boost workforce development at MU’s Laboratory for Infectious Disease Research

NIH-funded grant will provide additional trainings and support to existing University of Missouri employees, as well as recruit new employees.

hawaa fayed working in a lab

Sep. 19, 2023

Planting the seeds of discovery: University of Missouri undergrad's quest for healthier food choices

Inspired by MU’s commitment to fostering discovery and innovation, Hawaa Fayed’s research delves into the intriguing world of asparagine metabolism in maize kernels.

Guang Bian

Sep. 14, 2023

Guang Bian selected as a Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation Experimental Physics Investigator

analyzing memory T cells

Sep. 11, 2023

MU researcher helps boost immune system memory against influenza

Findings can potentially support the development of more effective vaccines and therapeutics, ultimately increasing immunological memory to combat influenza and other respiratory infections.

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