Research

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Jan. 12, 2022

Study: BPA exposure of the placenta could affect fetal brain development

University of Missouri scientists examine how the transfer of bisphenol A (BPA) from mother to child could affect fetal brain development.

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Jan. 10, 2022

Personalizing treatment for severe limb injuries

Researchers at the University of Missouri used small wearable sensors to gather data on how people use a prosthesis versus a transplant in everyday life following a traumatic hand loss.

photo of the yellow lines on a long stretch of highway

Jan. 6, 2022

Making their mark

Engineers at the University of Missouri are studying the markings states use to direct drivers through work zones.

A photo of Dr. Henry Nguyen in his lab.

Jan. 5, 2022

Expert comment: Creating the chickpea’s genetic ‘blueprint’

The historic, international collaboration involving a University of Missouri researcher is one of the largest projects of its kind.

Lafferre Hall

Jan. 4, 2022

Custom finger clip offers a new way to measure blood pressure, other vitals

University of Missouri engineers have designed a prototype of a novel blood pressure monitoring device using two photoplethysmography (PPG) sensors.

NextGen building

Dec. 17, 2021

To find the right cure

The new Roy Blunt NextGen Precision Health building is part of a larger precision health initiative.

broccoli

Dec. 17, 2021

Feral fiber

Wild relatives of cultivated staples help plant scientists create drought- and heat-resistant vegetables.

goats running in forest

Dec. 17, 2021

Ruminants to the rescue

Playful critters supplement controlled burns in removing undesirable plants in Missouri forests.

covid virus

Dec. 17, 2021

Pandemic spurs a research bonanza

Mizzou researchers rack up national headlines.

Talissa Altes

Dec. 17, 2021

Talent magnet

World-class researchers and state-of-the art equipment make their way to NextGen.

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