KU and K-State Will Collaborate with Three Other Kansas Universities On $20 Million NSF EPSCor Award to Fund Research on the Role of Microorganisms in Plants, Water and Soil
The University of Kansas will partner with four other Kansas universities on a new project funded by $20 million from the National Science Foundation to gain a better understanding of how tiny microorganisms, collectively known as microbiomes, influence environmental changes and the resulting economic implications.The project will focus on microorganisms that live in the water, plants and soil. KU will work with research partners at Kansas State University, Wichita State University, Fort Hays State University and Haskell Indian Nations University. Learn More >
KCALSI, BioKansas, MOBIO, and Missouri Cures Will Host Women in Science and Entrepreneurship Event
MU dean and professor of Bioengineering, Elizabeth Loboa will be the keynote speaker at this event on October 10, 2017. There will be an opportunity to ask women STEM entrepreneurs and leaders what challenges they have faced and how we can develop solutions to clear the path for future generations. Learn More >
Children’s Mercy Pediatric Cardiologists Work Through Post-Operative Glitches with Champ App
The article reported on the progress of telemedicine in improving patient care and easing the burden on patients’ families. The article cited Children’s Mercy’s CHAMP app and the encouraging story of Winston Wahlgren, who is among more than 50 graduates of the program. Learn More >