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.
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. Read more at WATTPoultry.
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.
Aug. 18, 2025
Dr. John Driver studies immune cells in pigs to fight the flu virus
Dr. John Driver was recently featured in a Show Me Mizzou article about his research related to immune responses to the influenza virus.
Jan. 28, 2025
Q&A with Wenjun Ma: Expert insights on influenza, vaccines and global health
Dr. Wenjun Ma was featured in a Q&A shared by the College of Veterinary Medicine to answer questions about influenza, vaccines, and global health. Read more at the College of Veterinary Medicine.
Nov. 4, 2024
McElroy featured on KBIA for her work on childhood vaccinations
Dr. Jane McElroy was featured on KBIA related to her project focusing on improving immunization rates for children and adolescents.
Nov. 1, 2024
Driver featured in Animating Science video
Dr. John Driver was featured in one of the Animating Science videos created to honor the 20th anniversary of the Bond Life Science Center.
Aug. 7, 2024
Wan Lab Traces COVID-19 Variant Spread
Research about the spread of COVID-19 in rural communities was featured on the MU School of Medicine website.
July 6, 2024
Ma seeks to protect chickens with gene editing
Dr. Wenjun Ma was featured in an article from KOMU about genetically editing chickens in an effort to make them resistant to bird flu.
May 16, 2024
MU Partnering with MO on Childhood Immunizations
Dr. Jane McElroy, PhD, receives grant from DHHS to increase immunization rates among children and teens.