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Multimedia image of an eye from Cherie Sampson's show.

Living at the intersection of science and art

Art Professor Cherie Sampson’s “every.single.one” multimedia show validates the experiences of people who have endured cancer. Learn how she creates new forms of expression by incorporating dance, video, theater  and storytelling, that adapt and respond to different environments.

Join Mizzou's NSF CAREER Club

Developing world changers

The Division of Research offers a program specifically designed to help early career faculty submit a competitive application to the NSF CAREER Program. 

See who won the 1st round of Research Council grants graphic with headshot of Jeffrey Ferguson

Supporting faculty discovery and creativity

The Division of Research awarded the first round of 2025-26 grants, an investment that often gives investigators and creators a leg up when seeking external funding, book contracts and more.

Lori Wilcox and Chris Pearmann

Behind-the-scenes leaders

Mizzou’s research enterprise is powered by dedicated staff who ensure every day that labs operate safely and studies involving people are conducted ethically.

Andor Dragonfly 602 Spinning Disk Confocal Microscope

Core investments

Hundreds of researchers who use the Advanced Light Microscopy core now have access to four new instruments thanks to investments from the MizzouForward initiative.

People studying in a classroom.

Learning to lead

The Division of Research's PI Leadership Program is designed to help researchers lead teams well and avoid common pitfalls before they occur.

First round of Research Council grants with image of Jorge Gomez-Gutierrez, one of the grant recipients.

Building a competitive edge

The Division of Research awarded the first round of Research Council grants, internal funding that paves the way for extramural awards and more.

EQ Director Greg Bier, left, poses with audience favorite, Jack Bishop, who won $2,000 for Bishop Athlete Representation, a company that helps athletes land brand deals, marketing and community engagement opportunities.

Top 10 teams win spots in EQ

Judges chose 10 student teams with the most viable business ideas to participate in Mizzou's Entrepreneur Quest program, which offers $30,000 in funding. See who made the cut.

Left to right, Greg Bier, EBV graduate Dave Richards and Kelly Mattas

Dedication and grit

Recently, veterans with service-connected disabilities from 13 states participated in Mizzou's entrepreneurship bootcamp, a program that empowers them to employ higher education skills, resources and infrastructure to boost their businesses. Only eight universities in the U.S. offer the program.

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Celebrate Bond LSC anniversary


Time flies when you’re partnering in the pursuit of research, and on Sept. 26, Bond Life Sciences Center celebrates 20 years of working together to tackle humanity’s most pressing challenges.