Research
Living better lives
From early language development to aging in place, from health care technology to public health, our faculty conduct research to understand the complex systems that enable our bodies and our communities to thrive, and to develop treatments and solutions when those systems break down.
Because such complex and multi-faceted work requires sophisticated, interdisciplinary approaches, our faculty collaborate with colleagues from nearly every other college at MU as well as with community organizations where they can have a direct and immediate impact.
Research by department
- Department of Health Psychology chevron_right
- Department of Health Sciences chevron_right
- Department of Occupational Therapy chevron_right
- Department of Physical Therapy chevron_right
- Department of Public Health chevron_right
- Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences chevron_right
- School of Social Work chevron_right
Undergraduate research
Students can collaborate with faculty on a variety of research projects. You may present posters and co-publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
Find a CHS faculty mentor Undergrad research at Mizzou Student guide to research, fellowships and graduate study
Graduate research
Graduate students frequently partner with faculty on research that results in presentations and publication.
Health and Rehabilitation Science PhD faculty mentors Graduate research at Mizzou
Research news
July 14, 2025
Mizzou researcher tackles hidden dangers of nighttime tornadoes
An $80,000 NSF award will enable School of Social Work faculty member Jennifer First to study the aftermath of tornado outbreaks that swept across the Midwest in March 2025.
July 3, 2025
Calming chronic disease
Idethia Shevon Harvey wants to take the stress out of diabetes management.
May 23, 2025
Study finds positive outcome of giving children with autism a voice in therapy
Mizzou occupational therapist adapts telehealth coaching sessions to include both children with autism and their caregivers.
For faculty
The Office of Research assists College of Health Sciences faculty seeking internal and external project funding. The team facilitates research within and across our departments as well as faculty participation in interdisciplinary research across the university community.