Show Me Research Week includes research and scholarly presentations, exhibits, creative works, keynote speakers, professional development and more. Event details are under each day's heading.
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Show Me Research Week Symposium
When: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Where: N204 (oral presentations), N201 and Stotler Lounge (posters), Memorial Union North
Show Me Research Week is a celebration of the exploration and discovery of research, scholarship and creative endeavors that make Mizzou a Tier 1 Research Institution. Hundreds of Mizzou students — undergraduates, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows — from all majors/disciplines will present their projects during this three-day event. Stop by and ask presenters about their posters or drop into an oral presentation session. Featuring original student art, an adaptive fashion exhibit, findings from ecological labs from the School of Natural Resources and much, much more — the Symposium is sure to have something for everyone.
Intertwined: Deciphering the Hidden Conversations Between Biota, Soil & Water
When: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Where: 214A, Memorial Union North
As part of Show Me Research Week, four research labs from the School of Natural Resources will present immersive exhibits that demonstrate how each biological community is dependent on its neighbors. Exhibitions will include a tree canopy (with a sampling of Elderberry juice!), a soil layer display, a reconstruction of Crow Pond at the Prairie Fork Conservation Area, a hands-on learning table with aquatic critters and much more!
Material Study: School of Visual Studies Exhibition Room
When: 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Where: 214B, Memorial Union North
This Show Me Research Week exhibition of fiber art, paintings and drawings explores the relationship between artists and the process of art making through materiality, the physical substances that artists use to bring their visions to life.
Some undergraduate and graduate students selected for this exhibition make their own supports, or surfaces such as handmade papers, to showcase their artwork. Others find ways to incorporate the history and origins of fabrics and textiles in their work.
Artists have always experimented with materials from their surroundings, using the technology available to them. Paint used in the Lascaux cave paintings, for example, was made with pigments and natural binders, such as vegetable juices, plant oils, tree sap, animal fat, bone marrow, blood and albumen. While it is common for artists to purchase ready-made art supplies, some reflect on the cultivation of ingredients, processes and origin of materials in their works.
In partnership with the School of Visual Studies.
Runway of Dreams Fashion Exhibit
When: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Where: 214DE, Memorial Union North
Runway of Dreams is a foundation that empowers people with disabilities to have confidence and self-expression through fashion and beauty inclusion. Runway of Dreams also raises awareness, educates consumers, advocates for industry change, develops the next generation of design innovators and provides access to fashionable adaptive apparel.
The Mizzou chapter of Runway of Dreams will exhibit adaptive apparel designs by Textile and Apparel Management students during Show Me Research Week. Don’t miss these innovative, inclusive fashion designs by Mizzou students!
In partnership with Mizzou Textile and Apparel Management.
ASH Scholars Program: Art of Death Exhibition
When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Room 40, Arts and Science Building
The "Traces" interdisciplinary art exhibition invites individuals to experience an immersive thought experiment on the concept of humanity in relation to mortality. This concept is communicated through a variety of artistic mediums, including video projection, fiber arts, painting, collage, ink, sculpture, stop-motion animation and photography. Artists in the exhibition examine what is left behind after we die, or the traces of our existence.
Faculty mentors in the ASH Scholars program support teams of undergraduate research students in the arts, social sciences or humanities.
Sponsored by the Honors College and the Office of Undergraduate Research
Empowerment Hub: Build Your Professional Brand
When: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Schedule your appointment.
Where: 214C, Memorial Union North
Whether you are looking to enhance your career prospects, develop professional skills or navigate unique challenges, the expert coaches from the DAHLIA+Agency can help you take the next step in achieving your professional goals at the Empowerment Hub during Show Me Research Week.
How it works: You and two others will sign up for a 25-minute appointment where you can expect:
- Expert coaching tailored to your professional goals.
- Guidance on building your professional brand.
- Personalized support in building a strong professional network, with a focus on leveraging LinkedIn.
Faculty research sessions hosted by The Connection
When: 1-4 p.m.
Where: S110, Memorial Union South
Research Presentations
1-1:20 p.m. – Alisha Johnson, assistant professor of nursing - Describing Advanced Practice Nurses' Influence on Improved Nursing Home Outcomes
1:20-1:40 p.m. – Megan Murph, visiting assistant professor of musicology - Surface Reflections: Hearing the Eco-History of Town Branch in Lexington, KY
1:40–1:50 p.m. – Q & A
1:50-2:10 p.m. – Tiffany Rivera, assistant professor of geological sciences - Zircon: Tiny Recorders of Super-Eruptions
2:10-2:30 p.m. – Chartese Darnel Jones, assistant professor of mathematics - Analysis and Oscillatory Patterns for a Continuous Chimeric Antigen Receptor T (CAR-T) Cells Model
2:30-2:50 p.m. – Q&A and Discussion
Lightning Talks
3–3:15 p.m. – Sarah Buchanan, associate professor of school of information science and learning technologies - Student-Archivist Research Collaborations with Collections on Campus
3:15–3:30 p.m. – Caroline Kopot, assistant professor of textile & apparel management – Enhancing Students’ Digital Data Literacy
3:30–4 p.m. – Connection Thank You & Closing
Global and National Fellowships Student Panel
When: 1-2:30 p.m.
Where: S203, Memorial Union South
This Show Me Research Week session will show you how to take your research to the next level through research fellowships and scholarships. In the first half of this engaging panel discussion, hear from undergraduate students who have participated in research internships through the National Science Foundation (NSF), Germany’s DAAD program and others. In the second half, hear from undergraduate and graduate students who received the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship, which provides more than $150,000 toward a STEM graduate degree.
Hosted by the Office of Global and National Fellowships.
Unlocking LinkedIn With AI: The Future of Professional Networking
When: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Where: Jesse Wrench Auditorium, Memorial Union South
Stepping up your LinkedIn game is no longer just about smart headlines and keyword-rich descriptions. Stay ahead, stay relevant and let artificial intelligence be the secret weapon in your networking arsenal.
Representatives from international consulting firm DAHLIA+Agency will unveil 10 AI-powered tools that are reshaping how professionals engage, grow and make an impact on LinkedIn. In this session, you will:
- Hear about the transformative impact of AI on LinkedIn engagement strategies and how it has enhanced traditional methods of professional networking.
- Learn how to optimize your results by seamlessly integrating 10 AI-powered tools and apps designed specifically for LinkedIn into your daily LinkedIn activities.
- Develop a clear blueprint to boost your LinkedIn presence, from profile optimization and content outreach to efficient lead generation, all by leveraging the latest AI capabilities.
Co-hosted and moderated by the Trulaske College of Business.
William A. Albrecht Lecture: Suzanne Simard – Finding the Mother Tree
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Monsanto Auditorium, Bond Life Sciences Center
Show Me Research Week will feature one of the world’s leading forest ecologists, Suzanne Simard, who will discuss her New York Times bestseller, “Finding the Mother Tree: Discovering the Wisdom of the Forest.” Based on her years of research, Simard posits that trees are not simply the source of timber, but are a complex, interdependent circle of life. Trees are social, cooperative creatures connected through underground networks.
Immediately following this Show Me Research discussion, Simard will sign copies of her book outside Monsanto Auditorium. Yellow Dog Bookshop also will be on hand for book purchases.
Simard is a professor of forest ecology at the University of British Columbia and has published more than 200 peer-reviewed articles. Her current research investigates how these complex relationships of trees contribute to forest resiliency, adaptability and recovery and has far-reaching implications for how to manage and heal forests from human impacts, including climate change.
Sponsored by the School of Natural Resources.
Show Me Research Week Symposium
When: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Where: N204 (oral presentations), N201 and Stotler Lounge (posters), Memorial Union North
Show Me Research Week is a celebration of the exploration and discovery of research, scholarship and creative endeavors that make Mizzou a Tier 1 Research Institution. Hundreds of Mizzou students — undergraduates, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows — from all majors/disciplines will present their projects during this three-day event. Stop by and ask presenters about their posters or drop into an oral presentation session. Featuring original student art, an adaptive fashion exhibit, explore findings from ecological labs from the School of Natural Resources and much, much more — the Symposium is sure to have something for everyone.
ASH Scholars Program: Art of Death Exhibition
When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Room 40, Arts and Science Building
The "Traces" interdisciplinary art exhibition invites individuals to experience an immersive thought experiment on the concept of humanity in relation to mortality. This concept is communicated through a variety of artistic mediums, including video projection, fiber arts, painting, collage, ink, sculpture, stop-motion animation and photography. Artists in the exhibition examine what is left behind after we die, or the traces of our existence.
Faculty mentors in the ASH Scholars program support teams of undergraduate research students in the arts, social sciences or humanities.
Sponsored by the Honors College and the Office of Undergraduate Research
Vendor Resource Fair
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: McQuinn Atrium and 2nd floor, Bond Life Sciences Center
Vendors with University of Missouri contracts will be on hand during Show Me Research Week to answer questions about their products and services, including Azure Biosystems, FedEx Office and Thermo Fisher Scientific. Representatives from UM Procurement Services also will be available to answer questions about the university's Show Me Shop and purchasing process.
Vendors interested in participating should register here.
Data Science and AI Training Opportunities at MU
When: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Where: N204, Memorial Union North
Become part of Mizzou’s legacy as an early adopter in training the next generation of data scientists! This session — which includes a free lunch — will show you how artificial intelligence and working with large datasets can be used in almost every discipline. From plant science to engineering to health care, journalism and more — those who have skills in AI and data science will set themselves apart in every industry.
We’ll also cover Mizzou's programs and courses for undergraduates and graduate students in data science and AI for those interested in taking their knowledge to the next level.
Humanities Symposium: Student Presentations
When: 1-2:30 p.m.
Where: S203, Memorial Union South
The Humanities Symposium during Show Me Research Week will spotlight the scholarship of undergraduate students working in academic disciplines that study human culture, such as languages, literature, history, linguistics, jurisprudence, philosophy, archaeology, comparative religion, ethics and the arts.
Symposium contributors will share research and creative projects connected to this year’s theme – Artificial Intelligence: Digital Literacy and Making the Future Accessible for All.
Sponsored by the Center for the Humanities.
Frédéric Dupré Floral Design Workshops
International master florist Frédéric Dupré will share tips, tools and techniques during two floral design workshops.
Dupré, an award-winning floral designer known for his architectural style and mastery of textures, is a passionate teacher who conducts demonstrations and workshops in France and abroad.
Workshop #1 – Personal item with structure
8:30-11 a.m. $250 to register
Workshop #2 – Tabletop bouquet
1-4 p.m. $400 to register
Co-sponsored by Tiger Garden
Leadership in Academia: Activate Your Career Potential
When: 1-2 p.m.
Where: N204, Memorial Union North
Do you enjoy academic life but want to focus on communication and leadership? Join us as MU’s Director of Postdoctoral Education, Valli Sarveswaran, shares how to leverage your graduate school education into an administrative career in academia. All who are interested may attend.
Co-hosted by ACES (Alternative Career Exploration in Science), a student organization for STEM graduate students, postdocs, and post-baccalaureate scholars.
Santa Fe Trail Living History Exhibit
When: 1-3 p.m.
Where: Francis Quadrangle
This Show Me Research Week living history exhibit highlights Missouri's central role in the Santa Fe Trail, a vital overland trade route to New Mexico beginning in 1821. The exhibit is part of a yearlong public history project conducted by a team of ASH Scholars at MU’s Kinder Institute on Constitutional Democracy. It will feature one of the most important products of the trail’s commercial corridor – the Missouri mule. Visitors can take pictures with the mule and learn about the history of overland trails and the team’s podcast.
Sponsored by the Kinder Institute on Constitutional Democracy
Storytelling and the Value Proposition of Science Communication
When: 4-5 p.m.
Where: S203, Memorial Union South
Rishi Masalia, former vice president at an environmental services company and current founder of Sage Advice Science Consulting, will teach academics some tricks and tips for communicating their research.
Attendees will walk away with an understanding of the importance of communicating their research well, techniques for weaving powerful narratives into scientific presentations and increased confidence in engaging audiences of all backgrounds.
Co-hosted by Science on Wheels, a graduate student organization that aims to connect MU scientists with communities in Missouri
Elliott West Lecture on the Santa Fe Trail
When: 5 p.m. (reception), 5:30 p.m. (lecture)
Where: Monsanto Auditorium, Bond Life Sciences Center
Historian and author Elliott West, prolific scholar and one of the stars of Ken Burns' docuseries “The American Buffalo,” will deliver a keynote speech titled "The Santa Fe Trail: Three Centuries of Western History."
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