Last week, I was thrilled to see this Boston Globe article covering Mizzou and the critical NextGen MURR Research Reactor initiative. The article highlighted the life-changing impact that the state-of-the-art reactor will have on nuclear medicine and cancer patients in Missouri, the country and around the globe by securing domestic supply of critical medical radioisotopes.  

During last week’s UM Board of Curators meeting, Chair Graves announced a NextGen MURR Working Group to provide guidance and collaboration for all phases of the new reactor. This working group will provide the expert vision and support we need to achieve our ambitious goals and deliver a world-class research reactor facility. 

I also want to thank Governor Kehoe and the Missouri legislature for their continued support for this project. The 20-megawatt reactor will bring numerous opportunities, including creating thousands of jobs with tremendous economic benefits for our state and region. 

Our university is flourishing, and its prestige is known throughout the world. With our commitment to dynamic research, outstanding education and advancing our land-grant mission, we continue making a difference and improving lives for all. 

— Mun