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Advancing research in nanomedicine

February 27, 2024 by Ethan M. Danner

Dr. Santra with students in his research lab.

An award of $334,267 from the National Institutes of Health will enable Missouri State University’s Dr. Santimukul Santra to further his research in nanosensor technology.   He is a faculty member in the department of chemistry and biochemistry.   As an organic chemist, Santra works on creating small molecule therapeutics for conditions like cancer. He also develops … [Read more...] about Advancing research in nanomedicine

Filed Under: CNAS faculty, CNAS Staff Tagged With: Awards, Chemistry, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Grant, Research, Students

Leaders in their field

February 23, 2024 by Strategic Communication

Students sitting by the fountain in front of Blunt Hall

Missouri State University’s College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CNAS) recognizes faculty for outstanding work through teaching, research and service. The newly appointed professorships and fellowships include:  Roy D. Blunt Life Science Professorship – two new appointments.  James F. O’Brien Endowed Fellowship in Chemistry.  Brian and Anna Tobben Professorship … [Read more...] about Leaders in their field

Filed Under: CNAS, CNAS faculty, CNAS Staff Tagged With: College of Natural and Applied Sciences, Spotlights

A solid foundation for a bright future 

December 4, 2023 by Strategic Communication

Four years go by in the blink of an eye.   Even more so when you’re graduating a semester early.  Graduating in December 2023, Thomas Mataya reflects on his three and a half years at Missouri State University and what his future holds.   Mataya’s Missouri Statement  A biology major on the pre-dental track with a chemistry minor, Mataya has been nothing short of busy as … [Read more...] about A solid foundation for a bright future 

Filed Under: Biology, CNAS Staff Tagged With: Spotlights

CODERS project prepares for a new academic year 

August 3, 2023 by Strategic Communication

Since 2020, the Computer Science Opportunities, Development and Education in Rural Schools (CODERS) Project has brought STEM education to southwest Missouri schools.   The third cohort of the project for the 2023-24 school year has begun, with a successful summer launch from June 5-8.  Connecting STEM and Writing  The CODERS Project works with rural school districts, … [Read more...] about CODERS project prepares for a new academic year 

Filed Under: CNAS, CNAS faculty, CNAS Staff Tagged With: Andrew Homburg, CODERS Project, Diana Piccolo, Judith Martinez, Keri Franklin, Razib Iqbal, STEM, Tammi Davis

Honoring excellence in CNAS 

May 17, 2023 by Strategic Communication

The College of Natural and Applied Sciences hosted their 12th annual Faculty and Staff Awards.   The ceremony honors individuals in the college who have excelled in research, teaching or service.  About the awards and process  The following winners received nominations from departmental personnel committees, department heads or students.    A faculty-led awards … [Read more...] about Honoring excellence in CNAS 

Filed Under: CNAS faculty, CNAS Staff Tagged With: Faculty and Staff Awards

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