MU School of Medicine

Researchers with the School of Medicine, led by Haval Shirwan, PhD, and Esma Yolcu, PhD, are exploring ways to retrain the immune system to treat Type 1 Diabetes.

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Mary Beth Miller, PhD, associate professor of Psychiatry and the Director of the Health Intervention and Treatment Research Laboratory at the School of Medicine, is leading research of memory tests that are the first objective measure of alcohol-induced blackouts ever created.

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Alejandro R. Chade, MD, professor of Medical Pharmacology and Physiology and Medicine at the School of Medicine, recently received a grant to support his study of cardiac deterioration.

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Led by study author Camila Manrique-Acevedo, MD, researchers at the School of Medicine are exploring whether a common drug used to treat high blood pressure, amiloride, could help arteries become more flexible in patients with obesity, providing more protection against cardiovascular disease.

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At this year's University of Missouri Show Me Research Week, 45 projects were represented by the School of Medicine.

Learn more about three of the School of Medicine-affiliated projects and the representatives’ experience during their collaboration: ⬇️

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Across 's campus, advanced technology core facilities bring shared access to advanced technologies that help researchers, including from the School of Medicine, quickly move ideas from concept to impact.

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10 YEARS OF SPRINGFIELD CLINICAL CAMPUS 🩺

Meet Laith Almashharawi, MD ⬇️

Almashharawi's black and gold ties run deep, growing up in Columbia, Missouri, and earning his Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science from the University of Missouri. He joined the School of Medicine Springfield campus in 2024 and recently achieved his medical degree last month.

Reflecting on his time in Springfield, Almashharawi highlights the incredible clinical experience he obtained.

"The physicians you interact with are amazing and excited to teach. They're kind to you during the learning process and welcome collaboration."

In March, he earned a residency match in Diagnostic Radiology at the Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education in Rochester, Minnesota. Looking ahead in his healthcare career, Almashharawi notes influences from his time in Springfield.

"My two years there made me realize how much I enjoy working in rural communities. The patients I interacted with were so kind and thankful. In the future, I hope to effectively balance my practice, teaching and community service."

Robert Thomen, PhD, was recently recognized with the 2026 Maxine Christohper Shutz Award and Lecture for Distinguished Teaching!

Thomen teaches within the School of Medicine Department of Radiology with focus on radiology physics for resident physicians.

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The Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society recently announced its newest elected members for the Class of 2026 and 2027, including 33 representatives from the School of Medicine.

CONGRATS to our medical students on their induction into the prestigious society!

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CONGRATS to two School of Medicine staff members, Laurie Pelster and Laura Sobieck, on their recent honors at the University of Missouri Staff Recognition Week!

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