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niversity of Missouri Board of Curators has recognized Xiu-Feng “Henry” Wan, PhD as a Curators' Distinguished Professor

Awards and Honors

Wan recognized with Curators’ Distinguished Professor award

The University of Missouri Board of Curators has recognized Xiu-Feng “Henry” Wan, PhD as a Curators' Distinguished Professor. Wan is a professor of molecular microbiology ...

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Research

Researchers Discover Potential Treatment for Nicotine Dependence

(9/20/23) New research from the University of Missouri School of Medicine suggests there may be another way to treat cigarette cravings. Researchers found that theta-burst ...

Bettina Mittendorfer, PhD

Faculty

New Research Dean Taps European Roots to Sow Seeds for Scientific Success

(8/3/23) For Bettina Mittendorfer, PhD, moving to Columbia is honoring her European roots. Although Columbia’s ...

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Research

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia Among Veterans

(7/12/23) - A study led by a University of Missouri School of Medicine researcher has ...

Emily Leary, PhD, Assistant Professor and Director of Biostatistics for the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

Awards and Honors

Leary Appointed into Leadership Roles

Emily Leary, PhD, Assistant Professor and Director of Biostatistics for the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery ...

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Research

Veterans Are Reluctant to Seek Help for Sleep Problems or Substance Use

(8/11/22) - American military veterans are least willing to seek treatment for the health conditions ...

Michael Hosokawa, EdD and James Stevermer, MD

Faculty

Stevermer Honored with Hickman Award at Education Day

James Stevermer, MD, won the highest honor in medical education bestowed by the University of ...

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Research

With the Help of Expecting Mothers, Researchers Study Impact of Sleep Apnea

(7/20/21) One in three expecting mothers may suffer from sleep apnea during pregnancy. With the ...