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Recognized for teaching excellence

June 11, 2025 by Strategic Communication

Dr. Natasha DeVore (third from left) with her award. With her (from left to right) are Dr. Adam Wanekaya, department head of chemistry and biochemistry; Dr. Richard B. Williams, Missouri State president; and Dr. Tamera Jahnke, Missouri State interim provost. 

For winning the 2024 Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, Missouri State University assistant professor Dr. Natasha DeVore got to join Gov. Mike Kehoe and award winners from other institutions at a   on April 2. The Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching is given to an outstanding faculty member from each participating higher education institution in the state. … [Read more...] about Recognized for teaching excellence

Filed Under: Chemistry, CNAS, News Tagged With: Awards, Chemistry, faculty, Natasha DeVore, Research

Unlocking the power of crystals

November 6, 2024 by Ethan M. Danner

Crystallography — the study of crystals and their structures — plays a key role in many scientific fields like materials science, biochemistry and pharmaceuticals.   As the study of crystallography continues to evolve, researchers are working to better understand crystals and how they can be used.   By using X-ray techniques, researchers can learn about the atomic … [Read more...] about Unlocking the power of crystals

Filed Under: Chemistry, CNAS Tagged With: Chemistry, conference, Nikolay Gerasimchuk, Research

A new era for Ozarks Environmental and Water Resources Institute

October 4, 2024 by Ethan M. Danner

The Ozarks Environmental and Water Resources Institute (OEWRI) at Missouri State University has a new director.  Marc Owen took on the position on Sept. 16. He has been with OEWRI since its founding in 2005. This change marks a significant transition in leadership for the organization.   “Along with an outstanding staff and talented CNAS faculty, we’re prepared to … [Read more...] about A new era for Ozarks Environmental and Water Resources Institute

Filed Under: CNAS faculty, Ozarks Environmental and Water Resources Institute (OEWRI) Tagged With: Earth Environment and Sustainability, Ozarks Environmental and Water Resources Institute (OEWRI), Research

Charting new frontiers in cancer biology

September 11, 2024 by Ethan M. Danner

Kafayat Yusuf

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

Filed Under: Biology, CNAS students Tagged With: Awards, Biology, Research, Spotlights, Student Success

Optimizing electrochemical conversion of CO2

July 26, 2024 by Ethan M. Danner

Photo of Dr. Moreno and his students in their lab.

As carbon dioxide (CO2) levels in the atmosphere continue to rise — about 50% higher than pre-industrial times — scientists are racing to find solutions.  One of them is Dr. Daniel Moreno, an assistant professor in the cooperative engineering program at Missouri State University. He recently contributed to advancing our understanding of CO2 conversion technologies with a new … [Read more...] about Optimizing electrochemical conversion of CO2

Filed Under: CNAS faculty Tagged With: Cooperative Engineering, Engineering, Research

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