Preventing and detecting cancer early is the focus of Kifayat Yusuf’s research. Originally from Ilorin, Nigeria, Yusuf came to Missouri State University to pursue graduate studies. She graduated with her master’s degree in biology in May 2020. Since then, Yusuf has continued to immerse herself in medical research as a doctoral candidate specializing in cancer biology … [Read more...] about Charting new frontiers in cancer biology
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
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
For the 11th year, the College of Natural and Applied Sciences’ hosted its Faculty and Staff Awards. The annual awards ceremony honors individuals in the college who have excelled in research, teaching or service. The award winners The 2022 recipients of the CNAS Faculty and Staff Awards include: CNAS Faculty Excellence in Service Awards Dr. Cameron Wickham - … [Read more...] about Congratulations to the 2022 CNAS Faculty and Staff Award winners
Community engagement serves as a key pillar of Missouri State University’s Public Affairs mission. Dr. Matt Pierson, associate professor of engineering, is among those supporting this pillar’s fulfillment at Missouri State. He recently received the 2022 Faculty Excellence in Community Engagement Award as recognition for his quality service efforts. Leading support … [Read more...] about Dr. Matt Pierson receives 2022 Faculty Excellence in Community Engagement Award