The fourth quarter of 2023 brought in $1.2 billion in individual income tax revenue for Missouri, a 37.5% decrease from the third quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.
The fourth quarter of 2023 brought in $11 million in property tax revenue for Missouri, a 1,000% increase from the third quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.
The University of Missouri has been ranked No. 4 among all flagship universities in the country for providing the best education for the money, according to this year’s U.S. News and World Report rankings. This marks an improvement from last year's rank of No. 7. The Best Value ranking takes into account both the cost and quality of education, and Mizzou now holds the top spot among SEC, Big 10, Big 12, and PAC-12 institutions in this category.
University of Missouri researchers have developed a method to create complex devices with multiple materials, including plastics, metals, and semiconductors, using a single machine. The research, recently published in Nature Communications, introduces a novel 3D printing and laser process for manufacturing multi-material, multi-layered sensors, circuit boards, and textiles with electronic components.
Every year, Missouri farmers lose millions of dollars in valuable nutrients that wash away into rivers and lakes. These nutrients — nitrates and phosphates found in fertilizers — are crucial for plant growth, but they wreak havoc on aquatic life when they end up in waterways.
The VA issued 48 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Missouri during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.
Every October, University of Missouri Professor Mannie Liscum dedicates his time to carving 31 jack-o’-lanterns. These are not the typical pumpkin faces; they are detailed portraits of celebrities, family, and friends that come alive when illuminated.
Artificial intelligence (AI) can write, create videos, and power self-driving cars. Someday, University of Missouri researcher Dong Xu predicts, it also will perform surgeries.
Professor Paul de Figueiredo from the University of Missouri is spearheading efforts to improve the transportation of microbial samples, which are crucial for disease prevention and vaccine development.
The University of Missouri (Mizzou) is set to confer 5,569 degrees during its commencement ceremonies from Friday, May 10, through Sunday, May 12. The graduates have honed their skills and gained leadership experience through research, student organizations, and service learning.
The Panda Charitable Family Foundation, directed by University of Missouri alumni Andrew and Peggy Cherng, has pledged $5 million to the MU Honors College. This donation aims to support scholarships and programming for exceptional students. The Cherngs, founders of the Panda Restaurant Group, Inc., which owns the Panda Express chain, have now donated over $10 million to Mizzou.
A University of Missouri researcher has developed a computer program that can provide insights into how proteins work together, aiding in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer and other diseases.
Water filters on the market today can remove some contaminants, but they are not designed to capture microplastics. Some of these filters may actually introduce small plastics into drinking water during the filtration process. These microplastics can cause inflammation, increase the risk of cancer, and act as carriers for harmful chemicals that trigger other health problems.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly prominent, and the data centers that support this technology require significant cooling, consuming substantial energy. As AI-powered devices become more common, the demand for efficient cooling solutions will rise.