Research

Millie Mayo in lab setting

Aug. 13, 2025

Summer of discovery: Mizzou student gains hands-on research experience

Vet student Millie Mayo is studying heart failure as part of Mizzou’s Veterinary Research Scholars Program.

Dr. Roman Ganta smiling in front of his lab.

July 25, 2025

Fighting back against a dangerous tick-borne disease

Mizzou scientist discovers how a deadly bacterium spread by the lone star tick survives, bringing hope for new treatments.

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May 9, 2025

Students, interns, residents, faculty and staff share discoveries at CVM Research Day

From epigenetics to infectious disease, the 47th annual CVM Research Day showcased the creativity and impact of our research community — with more than 70 presenters exploring ways to improve health across species.

A new era for veterinary diagnostics

April 18, 2025

A new era for veterinary diagnostics

The College of Veterinary Medicine recently celebrated the grand opening of phase I and groundbreaking of phase II for the Dr. Dan Brown Building, home to the Veterinary Medical Diagnostics Laboratory. Go behind the scenes in this photo tour.

Mizzou’s Cardiovascular Research Day showcased innovative research focused on improving heart health.

March 18, 2025

CVM students drive innovation at Cardiovascular Research Day

Mizzou’s Cardiovascular Research Day showcased innovative research focused on improving heart health.

Kerry Karaffa and Tiffany Sanford-Martens

Feb. 6, 2025

Do embedded counseling services in veterinary education work? A new study says “yes.”

A groundbreaking study by Mizzou researchers shows that embedded counseling services in veterinary programs significantly reduce psychological distress among trainees, highlighting the critical role of mental health support in high-stress professional education.

Q&A with Wenjun Ma: Expert insights on influenza, vaccines and global health

Jan. 28, 2025

A Q&A with Wenjun Ma: Expert insights on influenza, vaccines and global health

Influenza presents ongoing challenges due to its rapid evolution and ability to spread across species.

Jan. 27, 2025

New therapy for dogs with cancer shows promise

When Mary Winter of Jefferson City noticed that her rescue dog, Sadie, developed swollen lymph nodes last fall, Winter’s veterinarian confirmed what she already suspected: cancer.

Nathan Kerr and Frank Booth.

Jan. 23, 2025

Inactive today, forgetful tomorrow: Mizzou researchers discover a link between lack of physical activity and a decline in brain health

A new study shows specific changes in the brain after muscle disuse that are linked with cognitive decline.

Dec. 11, 2024

Mizzou researchers at the forefront of detecting deadly deer disease

Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a fatal, neurological disease that affects cervids, such as white-tailed deer. It is caused by an infectious, misfolded protein that spreads through the brain and leads to weight loss, abnormal behavior and ultimately death.