For more than a century and a half, scientists and tourists have visited massive animal-shaped mounds, such as Serpent Mound in Ohio, created by the indigenous people of North America. But few animal effigy mounds had been found in South America until University of Missouri anthropology professor emeritus Robert Benfer identified numerous earthen animals rising above the coastal plains of Peru, a region already renowned for the Nazca lines, the ruined city of Chan Chan, and other cultural treasures.

MU Veterinarian Finds Treatment for Deadly Cat Disease

Lone Star ticks, which are notorious carriers of many diseases including cytauxzoonosis, or “bobcat fever,” have been spreading across the nation in recent years. As a result, cats across much of the country are now exposed to the deadly disease.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation Network Growing at University of Missouri

According to a 2011 study by the Kauffman Foundation, 54 percent of people in the millennial generation want to start their own business or already have.

Restoring Flood Plains Among Goals of MU Study

Storm water runoff is key to any developer’s request when creating new roads or other impervious surfaces. Yet, storm water runoff can carry sediment, fertilizers and other chemicals directly into a stream or creek, potentially harming the waterway for years.

MU Researchers Find Identical DNA Codes in Plant Species

Analyzing massive amounts of data officially became a national priority recently when the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy announced the Big Data Research and Development Initiative.

Sexual Objectification of Female Artists in Music Videos Exists Regardless of Race, MU Study Finds

Popular music videos have been criticized as having misogynistic messages and images. While more female music artists have gained visibility and created successful “brands” in recent years, critics argue that many of these artists are pushing the boundaries of acceptable norms with regard to race, gender and sexuality in popular culture.

Increased Collaboration in Nursing Home Could Improve Patient Care, MU Researcher Says

A recent study by a University of Missouri gerontological nursing expert found, when observed, these nurses often differed in how they identified discrepancies. Recognizing the distinct differences between RNs and LPNs could lead to fewer medication errors and better patient care.