News & Updates
Articles, Research
Mizzou Engineering Researcher Takes on Tooth Loss
A novel, bio-inspired treatment for periodontitis could help patients keep their natural teeth, avoiding painful and expensive implants.
Articles, Research
Inflammation May Contribute to Female Infertility
Inflammation in the female reproductive tract may make it difficult to conceive a child, but replenishing a key hormone could keep inflammation in check, according to researchers from the University of Missouri School of Medicine.
Articles, Research
Educating the Future of Healthcare at Mizzou Mini Med School
The University of Missouri School of Medicine recently welcomed current Missouri high school juniors to campus for its annual Mini Medical School. For more than 25 years, students from across the state interested in learning more about healthcare participate in a week-long session led by School of Medicine faculty, staff and medical students.
Events
NextGen Cancer Science Seminar – July 17, 2025
"The Emergence of Digital Disruption in Drug Discovery," presented by Artem Cherkasov, PhD, DSc, July 17
NextGen Discovery Series – July 22, 2025
“Reducing Birth Defect Risk: The Interaction Between a Mother’s Diet and Her Baby’s Genes," presented by Timothy Cox, PhD, July. 22 at 12 p.m.
NextGen Discovery Series – Aug 26, 2025
“Title To Come" presented by Ross Zafonte, PhD, Aug. 12 at 12 p.m.
Researchers
NextGen Precision Health investigators and their lab teams are dedicated to delivering the next generation of personalized health care solutions. They’ve been recruited from around the world to align their efforts across disciplines in pursuit of improved health outcomes for Missourians and beyond.
World-class research spaces
The Roy Blunt NextGen Precision Health building accelerates innovations in precision health care for Missourians and the world.
A System of Strengths
Mizzou, the University of Missouri–Kansas City, Missouri University of Science and Technology and the University of Missouri–St. Louis each have unique research focuses and resources contributing to the NextGen Precision Health initiative. Working with University of Missouri Health Care, MU Extension and private partners, researchers are exploring precision health solutions for society's toughest diseases.
