Research

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May 13, 2021

Understanding how people make sense of the news they consume

University of Missouri researchers hope their findings can be translated into better user experiences for consuming news on digital news platforms.

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May 13, 2021

Study: Drivers who experience shift work sleep disorder are 3x more likely to be involved in a vehicle crash

Researchers at the University of Missouri College of Engineering also examined the relationship between vehicle crashes and two other sleep disorders, sleep apnea and insomnia.

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May 13, 2021

Ticking upward: MU researcher studies rise of tick-borne diseases in Midwest

Because there are currently no vaccines for tick-borne diseases, prevention practices and tick awareness are the best ways to avoid tick bites.

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May 12, 2021

Show Me Mizzou announces new partnership with MIZZOU magazine

MIZZOU, the magazine of the Mizzou Alumni Association, provides news and information about MU three times per year to thousands of readers worldwide. Stories from the magazine will be shared year-round on Show Me Mizzou.

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May 12, 2021

Breakthrough could lead to early detection of pregnancy complications

MU researchers studied fluid secreted in a uterine model that could one day stave off complications such as miscarriage or birth defects.

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May 11, 2021

A low-cost solution to remove arsenic from drinking water

University of Missouri engineers design the water filter for single household use.

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May 11, 2021

Lighting up biology from within

Researchers at the University of Missouri have created a low-cost, portable device that can apply non-invasive bioluminescent imaging technology to many uses in animals, humans.

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May 11, 2021

A different perspective

Researchers in the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources are innovating ways to improve soybean breeding — leading to higher yield crops and more money for producers.

May 5, 2021

Key contributor to NextGen

A&S special section: The College of Arts and Science will play a lead role in NextGen Precision Health.

May 5, 2021

The prize is right

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