In northern Michigan forests lives the white-footed mouse. Among other small mammals, it’s a fierce competitor in the food chain. However, this animal struggles to survive through harsh winters. Tracking the population size and location of this mouse can serve as an indicator of climate change. Dr. Sean Maher, associate professor of biology at Missouri State University, who … [Read more...] about Studying mice to get a bigger picture
Missouri State University’s College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CNAS) has recognized faculty for their outstanding teaching, research and service with two professorships and fellowships: The Roy D. Blunt Life Science Professorship. The Matthew and Patricia Harthcock College of Natural and Applied Sciences Faculty Fellowship. Roy D. Blunt Life Science Professorship Thanks … [Read more...] about STEM faculty awarded two new professorships and fellowships
For 100 years, The TriBeta National Biological Honor Society has been funding the education and research endeavors of students in the biological sciences. Recently, two CNAS students received research grants from the organization in recognition of their honorable research proposals. Abilene Mosher Odessa, Missouri While studying wildlife conservation and management, … [Read more...] about Naming new species and saving the bees
Completing your thesis is a celebration in itself. But being selected for Missouri State University’s Distinguished Thesis Award is an even bigger cause for celebration. The award has four categories: Biological/life sciences. Humanities. Social sciences. Mathematics, physical sciences and engineering. Recently, two CNAS alumni were selected for … [Read more...] about Two CNAS alumni receive MSU Distinguished Thesis Awards
At the North Pole, you may not find Santa. But you’ll find Sarah R. Johnson, ‘05 alumna of Missouri State University. “I have a strong passion for adventures,” she said. “Being able to combine the exploration of places and understanding of how the world works in a place that is so far, so distant and so beyond what I ever expected myself to do, has been unbelievably … [Read more...] about Oh, buoy!