Research

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Why Research?

Research is an essential contribution by Missouri State that contributes to the public good, encourages faculty development and enhances the educational process.

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Dr. Cyren Rico, associate professor of chemistry, uses scissors to cut up lettuce at a worktable in his lab.
Chemistry
Advancing the plant nutrition analysis process

Dr. Cyren Rico, Roy D. Blunt Life Science Endowed Professor in Missouri State University’s department of chemistry and biochemistry, uses state of the art methods of measuring nutrients.

His goal is to better measure and improve the nutritional quality of our food.

Resources

Dr. Wenping Qiu teaches a student about a plant species in the greenhouse at Missouri State's Experimental Fruit Station
Centers and institutes
An instructor conducts hands-on experimental lab research by showing a student how to use lab equipment with an open flame.
Colleges and departments
A Missouri State student peers through a microscope in a lab.
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Publications

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eJournal of Public Affairs
The eJournal of Public Affairs is a peer-reviewed, multidisciplinary, open-access journal published by Missouri State University and affiliated with the American Democracy Project.