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Department meets the demands of chem and biochem

June 28, 2022 by Olivia C. Prost

One of the fastest growing interest areas in the sciences is the field of biochemistry.  Experts relate this to innate interest in living things, disease and medicine.   “Biochemistry has provided explanations for the causes of many diseases in humans, animals, and plants and also provided ways they can be cured,” said Dr. Adam Wanekaya, department head of chemistry and … [Read more...] about Department meets the demands of chem and biochem

Filed Under: Chemistry, CNAS Tagged With: Biochemistry, Chemistry, News

The power of humanity in the sciences

October 11, 2021 by Strategic Communication

Theatrics can find their way into the unlikeliest of places, including the science classroom.   Students of Dr. Gary Meints, associate professor of chemistry at Missouri State University, learn this early on in his online classes.   They are met with boos or applause from his instant audience prop as he delves into homework announcements at the head of the room – the science … [Read more...] about The power of humanity in the sciences

Filed Under: Chemistry, CNAS

The details of DNA: Finding damage and the path to repair

October 6, 2021 by Ashley Lenahan

Dr. Gary Meints analyzes data at his computer.

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

Filed Under: Chemistry, CNAS faculty, science Tagged With: Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation, Discovery Center of Springfield, Gary Meints, James Stivers

Sharing chemistry across countries

October 1, 2021 by Ashley Lenahan

Dr. Gerasimchuk presents at the 25th Congress of International Union of Crystallography Conference.

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

Filed Under: Chemistry, CNAS faculty Tagged With: Nikolay Gerasimchuk

Meet the newest CNAS faculty members

August 30, 2021 by Ashley Lenahan

Exterior shot of the Temple Hall building.

Quality leadership fuels quality education among students.  The College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CNAS) is excited to welcome four new faculty members, who will further the knowledge base available to students in the college.  Getting to know the new faculty   The new faculty leadership in CNAS include:  Dr. Tuhina Banerjee – assistant professor of … [Read more...] about Meet the newest CNAS faculty members

Filed Under: Chemistry, CNAS faculty, Computer Science, Engineering, Geography Geology and Planning Tagged With: Daniel Moreno, Mukulika Ghosh, Tasnuba Jerin, Tuhina Banerjee

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