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President Mun Choi introduces Dr. Harriet Kung

Nov. 15, 2024

Department of Energy leader visits Mizzou

Harriet Kung spoke during the President’s Distinguished Lecture Series this week.
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Nov. 8, 2024

The Promise of NextGen MURR

Blaine Luetkemeyer, 3rd District Congressman, recently published his thoughts on the NextGen MURR initiative.
A remote manipulator claw handles vials inside a hot cell

Nov. 4, 2024

Reliability in a challenged global supply chain

The University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) is a crucial source in the global radioisotope supply chain.
University of Missouri scientist Brandi L. MacDonald collects ochre and clay raw materials in Eswatini, southern Africa, for the study.

Oct. 28, 2024

Mizzou scientists create geochemical fingerprints

Modern technology at Mizzou allows researchers to contribute to the scientific understanding of how human societies have developed over time.
A nuclear manufacturing technician uses a manipulator arm to work samples in a hot cell.

Oct. 24, 2024

University of Missouri initiative to boost radioisotope production

Expansion plans will scale up production at the University of Missouri Research Reactor, the only U.S. supplier of the lutetium-177 radioisotope.

Oct. 9, 2024

Mizzou’s techiest tools

From virtual reality to robots, Tigers have access to the latest technology across campus. Check out 16 locations, tools and devices that will level up your college experience.
University of Missouri President Mun Choi delivers the State of the University speech

Sep. 25, 2024

MURR featured in State of the University Address

University of Missouri President Mun Choi gave his 2024 State of the University Address for Mizzou on Sept. 25.
A remote manipulator claw handles vials inside a hot cell

Sep. 19, 2024

Saving lives one isotope at a time

Radioactive atoms produced at MU Research Reactor are key to advanced medical therapies.
Governor Mike Parson presents the Hawthorn Foundation Project of the Year Award to UM System President Mun Choi and other university leaders.

Sep. 5, 2024

University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) wins Hawthorn Foundation Project of the Year Award

Recognition underscores MURR’s pivotal role in positioning Missouri as a leader in nuclear science and technology.
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Aug. 13, 2024

University of Missouri Research Reactor partners with Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO)

This new collaboration will further enhance MURR’s operational standards, ensuring the highest levels of safety and efficiency.