What do the origins of cancer, the aging process and immunity all have in common? DNA damage and the need for its repair. Dr. Gary Meints, associate professor of chemistry, explores DNA repair in his research lab at Missouri State University. He will bring a world-renowned expert on the subject, Dr. James Stivers, to Springfield this month for a technical lecture at … [Read more...] about The details of DNA: Finding damage and the path to repair
Science can cross many barriers, including those of international borders. Dr. Nikolay Gerasimchuk, distinguished professor of chemistry at Missouri State University, recently participated in two international meetings. Participating at this level gains greater exposure to the incredible work being done at Missouri State. This included the 4th International Caparica … [Read more...] about Sharing chemistry across countries
When you’re copying a sequence of numbers, it’s easy to get a couple mixed up. The body can do this, too – with greater consequences. “Before the body can fix problems, it must know how to recognize them,” said Megan Westwood, Missouri State University chemistry graduate student. “Errors that don’t get caught by the body can end up causing mutations and … [Read more...] about Fostering research and representation in STEM
Missouri State University graduates can achieve greatness. Dr. Lane Baker, ’99 alumnus of the chemistry department at Missouri State, serves as proof of this. Baker recently received the American Chemical Society’s (ACS) Division of Analytical Chemistry 2021 Award in Electrochemistry. He shares details of his awarded research and how his student experience … [Read more...] about Chemistry alumnus advances research and education
The College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CNAS) is excited to announce that Dr. Nikolay Gerasimchuk, professor of chemistry, is the first recipient of the Matthew and Patricia Harthcock College of Natural and Applied Sciences Faculty Fellowship Award. Gerasimchuk’s accomplishments Gerasimchuk began teaching at Missouri State University in August 2001. He earned tenure … [Read more...] about Congratulations to Nikolay Gerasimchuk