June 2, 2026
The path to better flu vaccines may go through pigs
Scientists increasingly turn to pigs in the fight against influenza
May 21, 2026
Sleeping your way to better immunity?
Mizzou researchers link poor sleep to weaker immune responses and reduced vaccine effectiveness
May 14, 2026
Dr. Wenjun Ma featured in an article about pandemic preparedness
Dr. Ma discusses Hantavirus and how it can evolve and spread causing a risk to public health.
May 13, 2026
Wenjun Ma receives Zoetis Award for Veterinary Research Excellence
Honored for his impactful research and newly secured federal funding, Ma continues advancing innovative solutions for emerging infectious diseases and the protection of animal and public health.
April 22, 2026
At Mizzou’s influenza center, researchers are developing better flu treatments
An expansion of the biocontainment facility at the MU CIEID allows its researchers more space to improve our understanding of influenza and other diseases.
April 15, 2026
A more effective flu vaccine may be on the horizon: How epitope targeting could broaden protection
Mizzou research aims to create a more effective flu shot that protects against multiple strains by improving how the immune system responds
April 15, 2026
Study reveals new way to strengthen immunity against the flu
Targeting distinct regions of an influenza virus protein broadened the immune response.
April 15, 2026
Mizzou researchers focus on improving precision in identifying influenza strains
Researchers at the University of Missouri are developing a new approach to flu vaccines by targeting specific parts of the virus that trigger stronger immune responses. The early-stage model could eventually improve seasonal flu protection and inform future vaccines for other viruses.
March 19, 2026
Developing poultry vaccine could resolve export concerns
Dr. Wenjun Ma, Professor of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology, at the University of Missouri, was featured for his research on Avian flu vaccines which could provide DIVA capabilities.
March 5, 2026
Dr. Wenjun Ma receives nearly $2 million to fight bird flu
Dr. Wenjun Ma is working to fight against avian influenza virus through grants issued by USDA-APHIS.