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We're bringing the frontiers of health research into focus for patients, caregivers, clinicians, policy makers, and anyone who's just irrepressibly curious. Whether it's cardiometabolic health, gene therapy, artificial intelligence tools, healthy aging, or the toughest cancers, every month there's a world-class expert on hand to discuss the latest health breakthroughs and answer your questions.

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Front row, L-R: Kamdyn Ruth; John Ruth. Back row, L-R: Azadeh Safaei; David Arnold, MD; Saanvi Gowda; Sophia Marchetti; Kasey Ruth; Silvano Bond; Ryan Castoro, DO; Andrea Sierra-Delgado, MD.

Mizzou Launches Center for Translational Neurogenetics

So-called “rare diseases” are actually quite common, affecting one in 10 Americans and typically requiring six or more years to diagnose.

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Ai-Ling Lin in the lab at NextGen

Mizzou Research Offers New Hope for Those at Higher Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease

A NextGen Precision Health researcher found that an anti-aging drug improved brain blood flow for those at greater risk of the disease.

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Jacqueline Limberg and Jaume Padilla

Researchers Seek Deeper Understanding of Insulin Delivery Mechanisms

NIH grant supports Mizzou research into how insulin helps transport sugar throughout the body.
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Events

Hiroshi Nishimune Neuroscience Seminar

Neuroscience Meetup: October 5, 2026

"Neuromuscular Junction Failure in Older Adults and Potential Treatment Method Analysis Using Animal Models," presented by Hiroshi Nishimune, PhD, October 5 at 4pm

Celia Santi Reproduction Science Seminar

Reproduction Science Seminar: October 7, 2026

"Molecular Mechanisms Governing Sperm Function: Implications for Infertility and Contraception," presented by Celia Santi, PhD, October 7 at 4pm

NextGen Clinical Trial Investigator Training - October 9, 2026

A one-day, in-person educational training designed for investigators who currently lead or would like to lead clinical trials, with presentations and panels from leaders across the University of Missouri System and Washington University.
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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.

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World-class research spaces

The Roy Blunt NextGen Precision Health building accelerates innovations in precision health care for Missourians and the world.

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NextGen Precision Health research building

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.

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