Do the small seeds in grapes have the power to alleviate pain? They do, according to research findings from Missouri State University biologist Dr. Paul Durham and his team of researchers. Their discovery could change the world of medicine as it relates to pain management. In 2009, Durham and his team began studying whether grape seeds can help with pain relief thanks to … [Read more...] about Revolutionizing pain relief
Much is being written about the impending cicada swarm this summer. Though their name would indicate otherwise, the June bugs are already here. While June bugs can wreak havoc in lawns and gardens, they don’t pose any threats to humans. It might be a little difficult to get the critter off your skin if it sticks to you, but that’s because of its tiny claws, which … [Read more...] about The cicadas are coming, but the June bugs are already here
Through their research, three Missouri State University students are trying to better understand soil and plants, and their connection to the environment. Ophelia Pettington, Daphne Miles and Anna Faust can expand their research work thanks to funding from the Webster Groves Nature Study Society. The organization offers annual scholarships to students in … [Read more...] about Empowering eco-explorers
Congratulations to Dr. Debra Finn for her recent feature in Mind’s Eye magazine. Finn is associate professor of biology at Missouri State University. Finn, along with her students and collaborators, studies the ecology of streams, particularly in the Ozark region. Her research delves into understanding how streams and their inhabitants respond to and recover from … [Read more...] about Dr. Debra Finn featured in Mind’s Eye
A recent trip to Washington, D.C., enabled two Missouri State University students to collaborate with other young scientists. Victoria Ogbeifun and James Wilson attended the 12th annual Emerging Researchers National (ERN) conference. The students attended the conference from March 14-16 along with Dr. Tayo Obafemi-Ajayi, associate professor in MSU's cooperative engineering … [Read more...] about Empowering futures