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McKay working in lab

Aug. 14, 2024

MU animal sciences faculty members help transform agriculture and endangered species conservation with ruminant genome research

A University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) researcher is helping enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability while supporting the conservation of endangered species.

Two women pose on a small boat.

Aug. 8, 2024

San Diego Zoo Reproductive Sciences Lab attracts generations of Mizzou Animal Sciences graduates and students

Rachel Felton (M.S. ’14), Lindsey Fallon (B.S. ‘20, M.S. ’22) and Taylor VanDeVoorde followed their love of research from Columbia to San Diego.

July 18, 2024

Planted for Growth

Across the Missouri Agricultural Experiment Station (MOAES), faculty are cultivating not just plants and livestock, but a brighter future for generations to come. That means not only continuing the research that helps nourish people across the globe but also tending to and growing the facilities that help make that research possible.

June 26, 2024

Mizzou Students Awarded Agriculture Future of America Scholarships

Twelve Mizzou students were selected to receive Agriculture Future of America (AFA) Scholarships. AFA’s mission is to “build bridges for young leaders, fostering engagement and innovation in food and agriculture.”

May 13, 2024

Animal Sciences names Top 10 Seniors

At Division of Animal Sciences awards banquet on April 26, 10 seniors were recognized for their contributions to the department.

May 2, 2024

Q&A with Jamie Courter

Jamie Courter is the MU Extension state beef genetics specialist.

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May 2, 2024

Ahmed Balboula receives Provost’s Outstanding Junior Faculty Research and Creative Activity Award

Ahmed Balboula, assistant professor, Division of Animal Sciences, received the Provost’s Outstanding Junior Faculty Research and Creative Activity Award. Research conducted in the Balboula laboratory employs cutting-edge imaging technologies, transgenic mouse models and genetic approaches to understand the molecular mechanisms regulating mammalian oocyte meiosis and early embryonic development. This award gives special recognition to junior faculty, who are in the early phases of their careers, for superior research and creative activity on the MU campus.

Sky Walton with cow in front of columns.

May 1, 2024

CAFNR Senior Spotlight – Q&A with Sky Walton

Walton is a senior graduating in May with a degree in animal sciences.

Students pose for a photo in front of a large building.

April 29, 2024

MU Block and Bridle hosts National Block and Bridle Convention

More than 200 Block and Bridle students from across the nation gathered in Jefferson City to experience Missouri agriculture.

Allison Meyer smiling at the camera, wearing a white shirt and black jacket.

April 17, 2024

Allison Meyer honored with 2024 Outstanding Mid-Career Teacher Award

Meyer was awarded the Outstanding Mid-Career Teacher Award at the 2024 Celebration of Excellence Awards.