Dec. 18, 2022
New technology helps keep older adults safe in their homes longer
A new study by MU researchers aims to use sensor technology to make it safer for adults over 65 in rural areas to remain at home longer. The Smart In-Home Sensor Technology is a system of unobtrusive devices installed in the kitchen, bedroom, bathroom or other room where a participant spends a lot of time. The depth sensor technology can detect a fall immediately and send a text message alert to a caregiver, as well as the research team. The device also records data about walking speed, respiration rate and heart rate.
Dec. 14, 2022
Undergraduate researcher Rucha Kelkar’s research is ever-evolving
Rucha Kelkar is researching the effects of cancer treatment on swallowing and communication abilities in head and neck cancer patients, but that's not always what her research focused on.
Dec. 12, 2022
Group exercise boosts physical, mental health for older adults, MU study finds
Evidence-based benefits include improved muscle strength, balance, flexibility, sleep, social support, confidence and decreased risk of falls.
Dec. 11, 2022
Doubling her efforts
Researcher, animal-lover and academic dynamo Katherine Meiser completes the first step of her dual-degree dream.
Dec. 8, 2022
First-generation student to deliver commencement address
Delaney Sisk, a social work student from Odessa, Missouri, will address graduating students at the School of Health Professions ceremony Dec. 17.
Dec. 5, 2022
Health Professions student presents research at Undergraduate Research Day
Calvin Winkler, a senior Public Health and Biological Sciences major will present “Applications of Aptamers in the Targeting of Cancers with Extracellular EGFR Mutations” at the MU Fall Undergraduate Research Day Dec. 8. Poster sessions will be held from 2:30–5 p.m. in N201 and N214 Memorial Union. View event details. Faculty mentors of student researchers include Bill Janes, Occupational Therapy assistant professor, and Carolyn Orbann, Health Sciences associate teaching professor.
Dec. 4, 2022
Neurologic physical therapy residency prepares students for highly specialized field
Kayley Stock is a neurologic PT resident. Her program has strong mentorship and clinical opportunities so she can start providing patients with top-notch care as soon as possible.
Dec. 4, 2022
Students and faculty participate in Health Sciences Research Day
On Nov. 18, several Health Professions students presented research projects at the 2022 Health Sciences Research Day. Each year, the University of Missouri provides a forum to highlight original research and educational innovations by undergraduate medical, nursing and health professions students, as well as predoctoral and postdoctoral trainees working with faculty in those units. The day-long symposium awards prizes to the three best presentations in each of several student categories, and special Deans’ Awards recognize the most outstanding research conducted by trainees from each unit. The Health Professions Dean’s award went to Olivia Ervie, Grace Montag, and…
Nov. 30, 2022
Respiratory Therapy alum returns to Mizzou and encourages students
Ivan Lee (BHS '12) has been selected by the American Respiratory Care Foundation to receive their 2022 International Fellowship to travel from Singapore to multiple locations throughout the U.S. to promote the development of respiratory care.
Nov. 16, 2022
Health Sciences Extension professor receives APLU public service award
Jo Britt-Rankin, Health Sciences Extension professor, received the 2022 Ellen Swallow Richards Public Service Award.