Lewis and Clark in the Spotlight
MU performers recently took to the stage at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville to honor the bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark expedition in song. Read more

Science for a Better Life
MU researcher Randall Prather's work with transgenic pigs, funded by a grant from the National Institutes of Health, offers hope for an increase in the supply of organs available for transplant. Read more

MU Scientist Measures Speed of Gravity
For the first time, scientists have measured the speed of gravity, one of the fundamental constants of Albert Einstein's 1916 general theory of relativity. Read more

MU Researchers Explore Borderline Personality Disorders
Could the use of a common prescription drug be contributing to many women’s struggles with borderline personality disorder? Read more

Journalism Expands Program to Europe
The Missouri School of Journalism and the European Journalism Academy at the University of Vienna have announced a partnership that will bring Missouri and Central European faculty and students together. Read more

Getting to the "Root" of Drought Tolerance
A newly founded research consortium aims to improve drought tolerance in corn, soybeans and other crops. Read more

Junior Explorers
St. Louis youth recently participated in Mizzou Magic Science Day, an annual event sponsored by Boeing, the St. Louis Science Center and MU. The event gives middle school students a chance to explore hands-on science. Read more

Feature Story: Speed of LIght
Science is changing fast. Collaborative research in the fields of genomics, proteomics, nanotechnology and bioinformatics could change, or even extend, your life. Read more

Happy 164 Years, Mizzou!
Alumni chapters across the nation are preparing next month's celebration of the founding of Mizzou. Find a celebration near you. All alumni are invited to an on-campus event on Feb. 6. Alumni can post their favorite Mizzou memories on the Founders' Day memory/message center.

Membership Matters
MUAA reminds members that renewal time is here. Look for a dues-notice in the mail, or save time and a stamp by renewing online.

MUAA Announces Legislative Platform
As the state legislative session begins, the association's Legislative Information Network has outlined its goals and objectives for the coming year.

Trailblazin' Tigers
A Golden Globe Award for Chris Cooper, a fourth book for William Least Heat-Moon, national recognition for psychologist Catherine DeSoto and a national post for school superintendent John Lawrence — accomplishments that make Mizzou proud!

Head to the Hearnes on Feb. 2
Enjoy a special afternoon of Tiger women's basketball at
2 p.m. on Feb. 2 for just $1. Read more

Tiger Standouts Inducted Into MU Hall of Fame
The 13th class of inductees into the MU Intercollegiate Athletics Hall of Fame was enshrined in Columbia recently. Honorees include former Tiger standouts Ron Coleman (basketball), Chris Garlich (football), Erik McMillan (football), Harry Smith (football coach) and Barb Wright (softball).
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Which of the following breakthroughs are attributable to university-based research?

A) Laser Eye Surgery
B) Bone Marrow Transplant
C) Genetic Testing
D) All of the above

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