News & Updates
Articles, Research
Step Inside NextGen, The Building Designed to Transform the Future of Health
See how Mizzou scientists are turning discoveries into new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat disease.
Articles, Research
From India to Mizzou, Dr. Aware Ascends in Medical Research
For more than a decade, Chetan Aware, PhD, has pursued excellence in medical research. His path then took him to mid-Missouri after being named a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Missouri.
Articles, Research
Researcher Earns $2.8 Million to Study Lung’s Immune System
Everyone has experienced some form of a respiratory virus, whether it be the common cold or something more severe like influenza. For young children, the stakes are higher as their bodies have an inexperienced immune system.
Events
Neuroscience Seminar: November 16, 2026
"AI for Understanding Biological Systems: From Molecular Structures to Multi-Omics Data,” presented by Jianlin (Jack) Cheng, PhD, November 16 at 4pm
Clinical Research Study Coordinator Bootcamp: Thursday, December 3, 2026
A full day training designed to provide basic knowledge that is beneficial for research coordinators and staff. The program includes lectures, interactive activities, and breakout group exercises.
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.
