Building polymers one molecule at a time

A Mizzou Engineering researcher has demonstrated a new method of controlling material behavior by building polymers molecule-by-molecule. Polymers are made of long, repeating chains of single molecules known as monomers. In this study, Matthias Young — an assistant professor of biomedical, biological and chemical engineering — focused on monomers that exhibit high electrochemical capabilities, making…

‘Nothing is impossible’: Gonzalez explores the unknown during NASA internship

At Mizzou Engineering, students connect with top organizations to conduct internships and co-ops. Jazmin Renteria Gonzalez, an electrical engineering major, spent her summer at NASA. We asked her about the experience. Tell us about your internship at NASA. What was your role and primary responsibility? I was an intern as part of the Pathways Program…

Interdisciplinary team uses light as an innovative treatment to prevent tongue weakness in ALS

An interdisciplinary research team at Mizzou is investigating a novel treatment to prevent tongue muscle degeneration and preserve swallowing function in patients suffering from ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).

Midwest IAC earns Department of Energy 2022 Center of the Year Award

The Midwest Industrial Assessment Center (IAC) at Mizzou Engineering was honored with the 2022 Center of the Year Award by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)

Manufacturers gather at Mizzou to learn about engineering resources

The MU Manufacturer Connection Event showed manufacturers that Mizzou Engineering has a lot to offer in terms of research and training.

Cates Takes Initiative During Internship at Ameren

Ashley Cates, a junior in chemical engineering, spent the summer conducting a systems engineering internship at Ameren. We asked her some questions about the experience.

Excited for the Future: Vespa enjoying internship at ThermAvant

Jim Vespa, a junior in industrial engineering, is conducting an internship with ThermAvant. We reached out to ask him a few questions about the experience.

Mizzou becomes part of Center to Stream Healthcare in Place, an NSF consortium

Mizzou has become the fifth university to join the Center to Stream Healthcare in Place (C2SHIP), a National Science Foundation (NSF) consortium focused on helping patients monitor and manage their health at home.

150 Years of Mizzou Engineering: 1968-1979

Our series exploring the history of Mizzou Engineering continues in the year 1968, when William Kimel begins what would become a 17-year tenure as Dean of the College. Kimel became known for his collaborative style and had a keen interest in…

Mizzou Formula SAE team speeds ahead of competition at national events

Mizzou Engineering’s formula car team attended two competitions in Spring 2022 and placed within the top 20 teams in each.