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Congratulations to Dr. Cyren Rico for his recent feature in Mind’s Eye magazine. Rico is the Roy D. Blunt Life Science Endowed Professor in the department of chemistry and biochemistry at Missouri State University. Rico and his students use advanced analytical techniques to study antioxidants, amino acids and other essential nutrients in crops, such as wheat, barley and lettuce. His research exam…

An essay inspired by bamboo trees earned Missouri State University student Nguyen Huynh third place in the 2025 Michael N. Compton Public Affairs Essay Contest. A junior chemistry and biochemistry major, she received a $150 cash award at the awards presentation on Nov. 6. “This recognition motivates me to continue learning about ethical leadership, cultural competence and community engagement. To…

At first glance, Nicholas Fleece, mathematics instructor, and Troy Wymore, chemistry instructor, at Missouri State University, may seem to live in two different academic worlds. One focuses on abstract puzzles while the other delves into molecular mechanisms. Yet both faculty members have a shared purpose to make challenging concepts approachable, relevant and fun for their students. The duo brin…

For their standout presentations at the College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CNAS) Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition on Oct. 20, 2025, four master’s degree students have earned a spot in the Graduate College competition on Nov. 7. The 3MT competition at Missouri State University challenges graduate students to present their research project in just three minutes. Designed to help students…

For winning the 2024 Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, Missouri State University assistant professor Dr. Natasha DeVore got to join Gov. Mike Kehoe and award winners from other institutions at a on April 2. The Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching is given to an outstanding faculty member from each participating higher education institution in the state. The award recognizes: - …

Mary Fakunle wants to protect the earth. Growing up in an agricultural town in Nigeria, Fakunle understood the importance of creating a sustainable environment. With a passion for science, she is opening doors to create eco-friendly solutions. “My love for chemistry started when I was in high school actually. We have all these lab practicals. Then we mix our reagents together and [see] color chan…

Practicing sustainability involves more than just recycling your plastics. It also includes processes at microscopic levels. Three Missouri State University chemistry and biochemistry students attended the 12th annual Sustainable Nanotechnology Organization (SNO) Conference in November to discuss innovations in sustainability on the nano-level and participate in some competitive presentations. He…

Whether in the lab or in the classroom, Preston Clubb wants to help people realize the potential of environmental chemistry. The post Discovering the magic of chemistry appeared first on Chemistry Blog .

New NSF funding will expand possibilities in campus research. The post CNAS approved for inclusive research grant appeared first on Chemistry Blog .

For Joe Truong, chemistry isn’t just a science. It’s life. The post Finding the perfect solution for his future appeared first on Chemistry Blog .

New NSF funding will expand possibilities in campus research. The post CNAS approved for inclusive research grant appeared first on Chemistry Blog .

The award comes just one semester after the biology teacher graduated. The post MSU alum awarded Outstanding Beginning Teacher Award appeared first on Chemistry Blog .

Three students shared their research. The post CNAS students present at Emerging Researchers Conference appeared first on Chemistry Blog .

Alice Bodnar, who has degrees in chemistry and law, is the general counsel and chief operating officer for FarOut Guides. The goal of the app: Help people confidently navigate the outdoors. The post Alumna is one of the developers of a popular app that helps people have long-distance adventures appeared first on Chemistry Blog .

Administrators change balance of department to represent student interest. The post Department meets demands of chem and biochem appeared first on Chemistry Blog .

Chemist Dr. Gary Meints discusses his grant and the guest lecture it will support. The post The details of DNA: Finding damage and the path to repair appeared first on Chemistry Blog .

Dr. Nikolay Gerasimchuk presented original research at two recent international meetings. The post Sharing chemistry across countries appeared first on Chemistry Blog .

The recognition of excellence comes from the American Chemistry Society. The post Undergraduate Ian Sayers earns environmental chemistry award appeared first on Chemistry Blog .

Chemistry graduate student Megan Westwood describes research and representation. The post Fostering research and representation in STEM appeared first on Chemistry Blog .

Dr. Lane Baker reflects on his recently awarded research and Missouri State experience. The post Chemistry alumnus advances research and education appeared first on Chemistry Blog .