A group of biology students, alumni and faculty members from Missouri State University’s College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CNAS) represented the university well at the 104th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Mammalogists (ASM). The event took place from June 27-July 1 at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. It brought together hundreds of … [Read more...] about Advancing the science of mammalogy
At first glance, Nicholas Fleece, mathematics instructor, and Troy Wymore, chemistry instructor, at Missouri State University, may seem to live in two different academic worlds. One focuses on abstract puzzles while the other delves into molecular mechanisms. Yet both faculty members have a shared purpose to make challenging concepts approachable, relevant and fun for their … [Read more...] about From equations to enzymes
It’s not every day you get to hold a 3-billion-year-old rock. But for around 100 fourth graders at Ozark East Elementary School, that rare opportunity made geology come alive and fun. When Damon Bassett, Missouri State University senior instructor of geology, saw his son learning about landforms and erosion at school, he knew he could help bring the lesson to life. After … [Read more...] about Teaching kids about Earth’s layers
Dr. Lydia Tackett is a new faculty member at Missouri State University. She joined the College of Natural and Applied Sciences as an assistant professor in the School of Earth, Environment and Sustainability in fall 2025. Originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, she discovered her love for science late in college, eventually earning a PhD in Earth Science. Her distinctive … [Read more...] about Exploring Earth’s secrets
In May, the Missouri State University Foundation presented its annual awards in teaching, research and service to six outstanding faculty members. Dr. Day Ligon, professor of biology, received one of the two research awards. “I’m passionate about the research I do,” said Ligon. “Recognition from the university means a lot as well.” While some researchers stay in the lab and … [Read more...] about Recognized for impactful research