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Popular Students May Not Always Be The Most Well-Liked, MU Study Finds

Findings can help teachers promote prosocial behaviors, cultivate positive school climate.

MU Study Identifies Mutations Specific To Omicron Variant

Findings show impact of mutations on pre-existing antibodies among vaccinated individuals, those who previously tested positive.

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Tailored Care Helps Breast Cancer Survivors Reduce Swelling, Pain

MU study examines breast cancer survivors’ experiences managing lymphedema.

Smartphone Reminders Can Improve Memory For Older Adults With Dementia

MU researcher studying impact of digital assistants on older adults with cognitive impairment.

Social, Cultural Factors In Veterinary Field May Hinder Students, Professionals From Seeking Mental-Health Help

Study found those with more severe depressive symptoms mentioned barriers at higher rates.

MU Scientist Links Epigenetic Biomarkers To Gastrointestinal Issues For Kids With Autism

Findings could have future implications for precision medicine, lead to individualized treatments.

Positive Teacher-Student Relationships Lead To Better Teaching

MU study finds students who feel their teacher cares about them are more likely to receive high-quality teaching.

A Virtual Way To Rehab From A Stroke

Study finds video game-based therapy helps stroke patients improve their motor skills while also reducing therapist time, cost of treatment.

Early Detection Warnings Can Reduce Medical Emergencies

Identifying declines in patient condition early can improve quality of care.

Gastrointestinal Issues Linked With Anxiety, Social Withdrawal For Kids With Autism

Findings could help shape future treatments aimed at easing pain for kids with autism experiencing constipation, stomach pain.

Traumatic Societal Events May Undermine Classroom Behavior Interventions For Certain Groups, MU Study Finds

As a researcher of student mental health and well-being, Keith Herman has found that, in general, offering students more positive encouragement rather than negative reprimands not only reduces disruptive student classroom behavior but can also improve students’ academic and social outcomes.

MU Study Finds Health Benefits Of ‘Aging In Place’ At Tigerplace

Care at independent living facility helps older adults avoid declines in physical, mental and cognitive health outcomes.

Zinc Is A Key Regulator Of Sperm Functions During Sperm Capacitation Process

Findings have implications for improving fertility outcomes in animals and humans.

MU Researcher Earns Fulbright Grant To Boost Community Engagement Efforts In South Africa

Federally funded award will help MU professor assist disengaged, vulnerable youth in rural, resource-limited areas through community development initiatives.

Black Nursing Home Residents, Those Under Age 65 More Likely To Have Repeat Transfers To Hospital, MU Study Finds

Study also found those with ‘full-code’ status regarding end-of-life care more likely to have repeat transfers than those with ‘do-not-resuscitate’ status.

Clever COVID-19

MU researchers show how the evolving virus evades antibodies from vaccines, previous infections.

Historical Mistrust In Government, Health Care Industry Contributes To COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy For African Americans

MU researcher studies social, structural determinants of health that feed vaccine hesitancy, worsen health disparities for African Americans.

Prenatal Opioid Exposure May Trigger Neurological, Behavioral Changes Later In Life

MU study links changes in gut bacteria to prenatal exposure to oxycodone, a commonly abused opioid during pregnancy.

Social Exclusion More Common Form Of Bullying Than Physical, Verbal Aggression

MU study finds perceptions of popularity, social status at school impact social exclusion.

Resiliency, Family Support Help Hispanic Breast Cancer Survivors Manage Lymphedema

MU researcher studies factors that help Hispanic women return to work, adapt to life with lymphedema after surviving breast cancer.