Read news stories about materials research at Mizzou Engineering.
Sep. 21, 2026
Shining a new light on advanced semiconductor manufacturing
Mizzou Engineering researchers are exploring a more flexible and efficient process to create next-generation electronics.
Sep. 21, 2026
Mizzou study featured in Advanced Materials
The interdisciplinary study focuses on patterns of molecular building blocks used to create conductive polymers and provides a new design rule for materials engineers.
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.
June 24, 2026
Engineering the realities of the future
Five new engineering degree programs will prepare students for the next generation of innovation in aerospace, artificial intelligence, construction management and materials science.
April 21, 2026
PhD student receives competitive SMART scholarship
Daniel Hough will receive full tuition, an annual stipend, internship and mentoring through Pentagon program that aims to grow a STEM workforce.
April 14, 2026
Cross-campus collaboration leads to materials breakthrough
Mizzou researchers have introduced a novel bioadhesive material platform that will enable next-generation devices with shape memory behavior.
Feb. 26, 2026
Mizzou researchers crack the code of protein geometry
Tech company NVIDIA powered the development of an AI tool that will enable scientists to efficiently design bespoke proteins for pharmaceuticals and materials.
Feb. 9, 2026
3D-printed brain models could revolutionize medical research
Doctors and medical students could one day train on models that look and feel like the real thing, giving them more chances to practice safely before working with patients.
Oct. 23, 2025
Mizzou scholars spearhead multidisciplinary research on team dynamics, knowledge exchange
Here’s light-hearted take on a real doctoral retreat and how it might look as an article in a completely fictitious academic journal.
Oct. 21, 2025
Mizzou adds additive manufacturing printer to its toolbox
A significant step forward in advanced manufacturing and material science, the technology will be an asset for campus researchers and local industries.