High Impact Research, Scholarship and Creative Works

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A young woman wears a virtual reality headset, actively reaching out with her hands as she explores a digital environment in a vibrant setting illuminated by colorful light.

Aug. 12, 2026

Nudging students helps them maintain focus

Mizzou researchers demonstrate the potential of combining AI, AR technology and eye tracking to create more responsive and supportive learning environments.]
Visualization of drones descending on disaster-struck town with packages

Aug. 10, 2026

Accelerating disaster-response logistics

Mizzou Engineering researcher Sharan Srinivas has explored how relief organizations can combine trucks and drones to distribute aid more quickly and efficiently after a disaster.
Purple corn kernels

July 26, 2026

Researchers discover natural replacement for artificial dyes

Research could help manufacturers replace synthetic colors while creating new opportunities for Midwest farmers.
Aerial view of Jesse Hall dome and the Mizzou Campus

July 22, 2026

Mizzou-led team selected for U.S. Department of Energy’s inaugural Genesis Mission

A University of Missouri-led research team has been selected to participate in the U.S. Department of Energy’s inaugural Genesis Mission, a nationwide initiative using artificial intelligence to accelerate scientific discovery.
Graphic depiction of ribosome models

July 12, 2026

Engineering cells like we engineer machines

Roseanna N. Zia studies how ribosomes transform matter into life and how that capability can build the next generation of life-saving medicines, materials and biodefense technology.
A woman interacts with her smartwatch

July 7, 2026

Turning everyday technology into a research tool

Mizzou researchers are transforming autism assessment with a smartwatch-based system that objectively measures social interaction in everyday life.
Shramik Sengupta

June 29, 2026

Mizzou researchers making food safety testing simpler

Study shows how an essential process can be made faster, more affordable and accessible, benefiting agricultural producers, regulators and consumers.
Sharan Srinivas and Arghadeep Mitra

June 17, 2026

Optimizing warehouse execution through human-robot collaboration

Engineering researchers address unpredictable environments with a system designed to coordinate human workers, autonomous mobile robots and operational workflows.
Yue Jin

June 15, 2026

Mechanical engineering researcher receives NSF CAREER award

Yue Jin will study the physics that underpin the safety and efficiency of next-generation power plants, data centers and high-power electronics.
Sharan Srinivas

June 3, 2026

Reimagining delivery from the road to the sky

NSF-funded research shows that coordinated truck-drone systems can reduce delivery costs through smarter routing, speed control and cost-aware operations.