Nichols has been studying how the amyloid-β protein interacts with a group of three proteins known as NLRP3 inflammasome to cause inflammation inside immune cells in the brain.
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Chemistry Professor Michael Nichols discusses his research on Alzheimer’s disease as part of NextGen Precision Health’s Discovery Series
Nichols has been studying how the amyloid-β protein interacts with a group of three proteins known as NLRP3 inflammasome to cause inflammation inside immune cells in the brain.
Chemistry Professor Michael Nichols discusses his research on Alzheimer’s disease as part of NextGen Precision Health’s Discovery Series
Nichols has been studying how the amyloid-β protein interacts with a group of three proteins known as NLRP3 inflammasome to cause inflammation inside immune cells in the brain.
Tonya and Tyler Haynes serve as ambassadors for Autism Speaks
As part of the new Champions of Change program, Tonya and Tyler have attended events across the country and spoken with national media outlets as advocates for the autistic community.
SafeHome.org ranks UMSL among nation’s safest campuses
The organization rated UMSL as the fifth safest campus in the country, with a crime rate of just 0.07 per 1,000 students, in its “2024 College Campus Crime Report and Statistics.”
SafeHome.org ranks UMSL among nation’s safest campuses
The organization rated UMSL as the fifth safest campus in the country, with a crime rate of just 0.07 per 1,000 students, in its “2024 College Campus Crime Report and Statistics.”
SafeHome.org ranks UMSL among nation’s safest campuses
The organization rated UMSL as the fifth safest campus in the country, with a crime rate of just 0.07 per 1,000 students, in its “2024 College Campus Crime Report and Statistics.”
Convocation welcomes new students to campus, commemorates induction into UMSL community
New students heard from several speakers, received a lapel pin, recited the Triton Creed and took a group photo during the ceremonial event.
Convocation welcomes new students to campus, commemorates induction into UMSL community
New students heard from several speakers, received a lapel pin, recited the Triton Creed and took a group photo during the ceremonial event.
Convocation welcomes new students to campus, commemorates induction into UMSL community
New students heard from several speakers, received a lapel pin, recited the Triton Creed and took a group photo during the ceremonial event.
Eye on UMSL: Navigating new paths
Students walk through the Quad on the first day of classes for the fall semester. Construction projects, including the deconstruction of the SSB Tower, have created a few detours to negotiate.
Eye on UMSL: Navigating new paths
Students walk through the Quad on the first day of classes for the fall semester. Construction projects, including the deconstruction of the SSB Tower, have created a few detours to negotiate.
Eye on UMSL: Navigating new paths
Students walk through the Quad on the first day of classes for the fall semester. Construction projects, including the deconstruction of the SSB Tower, have created a few detours to negotiate.
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UMSL makes national ‘30 Best Secondary Education Degrees for 2017’ list
Focus on field work, outstanding faculty and strong student support placed the College of Education’s program at No. 22 on the list.
Keith Stine honored with St. Louis Award for his contributions to profession of chemistry
The St. Louis Section of the American Chemical Society recognized the UMSL professor at a banquet Friday night at Glen Echo Country Club.
Meet the newest UMSL Bridge Program Express Scripts Scholars
Five more local teens are now benefiting from UMSL scholarships made possible through a partnership of Express Scripts and the university’s Bridge Program.
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Freshman goalkeeper Amber Hayes made 10 saves Sunday as the UMSL women’s soccer team played to a scoreless draw against Truman State.
Alumna continues family tradition as ‘Jeopardy!’ contestant
Mary Grace Buckley will test her trivia knowledge on an episode of “Jeopardy!” that airs later this month.
UMSL, MU awarded $1.8M to train social workers for vulnerable, underserved areas
The federal money will provide a total of 120 master’s students training in integrated behavioral health agencies across the state of Missouri.
UMSL’s chancellor sees the glass as more than half full
A strong freshman class and balanced budget are two things Tom George highlighted in his annual State of the University Address.
Physics Professor Bob Henson’s 50 years of service to UMSL recognized on campus, in Post-Dispatch
Chancellor Tom George presented him with a photo collage of UMSL images in recognition of his long tenure at Wednesday’s State of the University Address.
Faculty, staff members recognized for exceptional teaching, research and service to UMSL
Chancellor Tom George presented the 2017 Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence during the State of the University Address.
Army dragster pays UMSL a visit leading up to weekend race
“The Sarge” made a stop at UMSL just prior to the 2017 AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals taking place in the St. Louis region.
Historian Kevin Fernlund joins KMOX for timely ‘Whole ’Nother Story’ about Stanislav Petrov
He recently discussed “The Man Who Stopped World War III” back in 1983 with KMOX reporter and UMSL alumnus Kevin Killeen.
Students, alumni make connections at annual Internship & Job Fair
More than 550 UMSL students and alumni networked with representatives from 128 organizations during this year’s event.
Greek Studies Professor Michael Cosmopoulos elected to Royal Society of Canada
Cosmopoulos’ latest honor comes on the heels of his induction to the European Academy of Sciences and Arts in March.
Chancellor talks up Denver conference, support of DACA students in new column
As Tom George looks toward a trip to Colorado next month to meet with other leaders in higher education, one topic is weighing heavily on his mind.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Freshman midfielder Samed Ganibegovic scored his first collegiate goal on Sunday, helping the Tritons to a 1-1 draw against Illinois Springfield.
Eye on UMSL: Afternoon toss
UMSL friends catch a rejuvenating break between classes in front of the Thomas Jefferson Library building on North Campus on a recent afternoon.
UMSL gets high marks for student voter participation in recent study
Research from Tufts University showed that 67.4 percent of eligible UMSL students voted last November, a rate 17 percent higher than students nationally.
SSM Health medical services open in UMSL Patient Care Center
The new SSM medical office, which is currently taking patients, increases access to primary care in the Normandy area and north St. Louis County.
Business alumna takes talents internationally with Mastercard
Tammy Hawkins is open to her software engineering career taking her just about anywhere in the world.
UMSL’s first diversity and LGBTQ+ coordinator looks to build on institutional commitment to inclusion
In his new role – first proposed to campus administrators by students – Harry Hawkins aims to strengthen existing initiatives and foster some new ones.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Pat Ries helped UMSL improve to 3-1 in GLVC play with a goal and an assist in Sunday’s victory over Wisconsin-Parkside.
Eye on UMSL: A visit from Ken Burns
The filmmaker addresses a packed house Sept. 9 at UMSL’s Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center after a special preview of “The Vietnam War.”
Economics student gets up-close view of Washington interning in Sen. Claire McCaskill’s office
Graduate student Jordan Lucas gained a better understanding of government and an affinity for Washington’s vibrance through his experience over the summer.
Campus climate survey results show comfortable, progressing campus
Overall, 75 percent of respondents were comfortable or very comfortable with the climate on campus.
International Business program receives 15th consecutive top 25 ranking
The program received a No. 24 ranking from U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” guidebook.
EP release, graduation up next for UMSL violinist and media studies major
Mario Miles-Turnage’s musical style draws on years of classical training and a knack for exploring what the violin can bring to many different genres.
Business alumni donate $1 million in honor of Dave Ganz
A group of 143 alumni and friends collaborated for a common goal – recognizing one of UMSL’s most beloved professors.
Meehan Scholarship awarded to 28 students in College of Arts and Sciences
More than 200 students have benefited from the scholarship since it was established in memory of late political science professor Eugene J. Meehan in 2002.
Nicole Gevers finds harmony between academics, extensive campus involvement
The civil engineering major and honors student is soaking in all aspects of UMSL campus life.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Maddy Russell and the UMSL volleyball team (7-1) are off to the program’s best start since 2002 after winning four matches over the weekend at Lindenwood.
Citizen-driven filmmaking at center of upcoming Primm lecture at Missouri History Museum
Featuring documentary filmmaker Louis Massiah, this year’s James Neal Primm Lecture in History is set for 7 p.m. Sept. 18 at the Missouri History Museum.
St. Louis Business Journal honors 3 UMSL alumni among this year’s Diverse Business Leaders Award recipients
Eric Madkins, Marcela Manjarrez Hawn and Jason Jan were among 23 individuals, businesses and organizations recognized last week at a luncheon in downtown St. Louis.
Media Coverage: August 2017
Stories about the university, its scholars and their expertise are often covered by local and national news media. Media Coverage highlights some of the top stories.
Keeta Holmes honored as a top 30 technology leader
After reading Converge magazine for years, Keeta Holmes can now see her own work recognized in the publication.
Jess Dugan explores power of identity, desire and connection in ‘Every Breath We Drew’
“Dallas Lying on Bed,” 2012, is one of the photographs included in a new exhibition at UMSL’s Gallery 210.
Gallery Visio exhibit brings design students’ Amsterdam lessons back to St. Louis
The show features work inspired by two weeks spent exploring the design industry in the Netherlands.
UMSL faculty member, students drum up excitement during Missouri Botanical Garden’s Japanese Festival
St. Louis Osuwa Taiko drummers (from left) Jack Glennon, Hitomi Salini and Natsuki Kobayashi are all members of the UMSL campus community.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The fall season got underway with the volleyball team going 3-1 in the Washburn Invitational and women’s soccer going 1-0-1 in North Carolina.
#UMSLproud: The new campaign for that Triton feeling of UMSL awesomeness
The #UMSLproud campaign calls the campus community to talk to others about UMSL’s people, research and educational successes proudly.
Education alumnus named executive director of Teach for America–St. Louis
The new position has Warren Morgan, MEd 2009, returning to his “teaching home” to promote educational equity across St. Louis schools.
Honors college matches incoming enrollment record
More and more students are seeking the small class sizes offered by UMSL’s Pierre Laclede Honors College.
Felesha Clarke first recipient of the Dr. Donald Suggs Scholarship at UMSL
The freshman was valedictorian of her high school class at Lift for Life Academy and plans to study engineering through the Joint Engineering Program.
Ameren IT hopeful, UMSL computer science major sees new possibilities after returning to school
Jacob Li went back for a computer science degree despite not having any coding experience. Now he’s an IT intern at Ameren.
10 great UMSL photos from the start of the fall semester
First week of class a bit of a blur? Not to worry – UMSL’s photographer focused his lens on capturing memorable Triton scenes.
Mechanical engineering students develop working prototypes for the Danforth Center
These eight designs aren’t just for a grade – they are helping advance scientific research.
Flurry of new students and energy in the spotlight during UMSL’s Move-In Day
Campus volunteers ensured that the newest members of the Triton community arrived to find a crowd of friendly faces eager to assist.
UMSL grad’s mission at Eat Sandwiches is to ‘feed people good food’
Byron Smith is the co-owner, operator and chef of Eat Sandwiches, which opened last fall near Tower Grove Park in south St. Louis.
First day of college, first solar eclipse for many UMSL students
The first day of the fall semester is always a big deal at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, but the 2017 version was in a class all its own.
Business college toasts grand opening of Anheuser-Busch Hall
The new facility features cutting-edge classrooms, faculty offices, conference rooms and first-floor advising areas.
UMSL sees bump in freshman enrollment
Freshman enrollment at the University of Missouri–St. Louis is up more than 10 percent over last fall.
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