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 Mizzou 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 in the College of Health Sciences and across campus on a variety of research projects. You may present posters and co-publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
Graduate research
Graduate students frequently partner with faculty on research that results in presentations and publication.
PhD in Health and Rehabilitation Science faculty Graduate research at Mizzou
Research news
Feb. 24, 2026
A breath of purpose: Respiratory Therapy student finds passion for patient care
When her daughter was hospitalized with asthma, Lena Lalka saw the life-changing difference respiratory therapists can make. As a senior in Mizzou’s Respiratory Therapy program, Lalka is preparing for a career in pediatric care.
Jan. 20, 2026
Mizzou grad explores future of OT through robotics
Hope Schust worked with OT faculty member Bill Janes and a computer science student to print, build and configure an open-source robotic arm prototype that could improve care and expand access.
Nov. 5, 2025
Childhood trauma project expands to include online training for public
The $110,000 in new grant funds will help the team create an online training module aimed directly at individuals and families.
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.