Mizzou is recognized as one of the best foremost centers for swine genomics. Our facilities develop animal models to find solutions for the world’s toughest diseases, including cancer, Alzheimer’s disease and cystic fibrosis. In addition, our experts pioneer animal models for organ transplantation in humans, contributing to a rapidly growing field with the potential to save thousands of lives. Mizzou researchers helped create animal models for the “knockout” process that made many of today’s advances possible. For researchers across the country, we continue to supply needed models, making Mizzou a destination for scientists at the forefront of progress in human and animal health. 

One of these pioneers is Dr. Xiu-Feng Henry Wan, a Curators’ Distinguished Professor, who was recruited from Mississippi State University. Dr. Wan just received a $19 million NIH grant to investigate influenza and develop novel vaccines. This brings his total research award to over $60 million.

To continue this momentum of breakthroughs in swine research, we recently opened three new swine facility expansions with investments from the State of Missouri and the NIH. Each facility continues to strengthen Mizzou’s role as one of America’s leading research universities. 

To learn more about:

• NextGen Center for Influenza and Emerging Infectious Diseases, click here  

• National Swine Resource and Research Center, click here 

— Mun