Research

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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.

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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.

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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.

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July 18, 2022

Clever COVID-19

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

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July 15, 2022

IV infusion helps new mothers experiencing postpartum depression

MU Health Care psychiatrist works to help mothers experiencing postpartum depression through a new drug called Zulresso

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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.

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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.

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June 21, 2022

Relationships are best between people of similar desirability, study finds

MU research shows people of similar desirability are most likely to pair up, have long-lasting and successful relationships.

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June 16, 2022

W. David Arnold named new executive director of NextGen Precision Health initiative

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June 14, 2022

To a single micron — and beyond

MU’s X-ray Microanalysis Core specializes in providing microscopic views of rocks, fossils, materials science products and even biological tissues.

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