Research
MU is one of only 34 public U.S. universities, and the only public institution in Missouri, to be selected for membership in the Association of American Universities and designated “Doctoral/Research Extensive” by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. AAU members are the nation's most prestigious research institutions.
Research Centers and Institutes (A-Z Listing)
Undergraduate Research — Research and creative opportunities for undergraduate students in all disciplines
Office of Intellectual Property Administration — Technology transfer (technologies available for licensing) for business and industry partners
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Research, scholarship and creative achievement at the University of Missouri
Elemental Hazard
Scientists have long known that exposure to cadmium, a useful but toxic industrial metal, can create serious health problems. New research at MU suggests there may be more to worry about, especially for women.
The Good Principal
Leadership matters, particularly in the pressure-packed world of K-12 education. But what does it take to be a successful school principal?
Managing Innovation
MU’s Biodesign and Innovation Program, a collaborative effort between the College of Engineering and the School of Medicine, provides fellowships for projects that connect surgeons and biological engineers with entrepreneurs and angel investors, enabling scientists to invent and market new medical technologies.
