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On this week’s episode of Dr. Mike Reed’s Astro Brief on KSMU - Ozarks Public Radio, he discusses how traces of Iron-60 found in Antarctic snow and ice are helping scientists map the solar system’s journey through the Local Interstellar Cloud. The findings offer new clues about our place in the galaxy, and the path Earth has traveled through space. Missouri State University - Physics, Astronomy & Materials Science Dept.

Astro Brief: Collecting Stardust Antarctic samples help map Earth's path through the Local Interstellar Cloud.

On this episode of Making Democracy Work on KSMU - Ozarks Public Radio, Missouri State University’s Dr. Kevin Evans, professor of Missouri State University - Geography, Geology, and Planning, shares how civic engagement starts at the local level and why getting involved in your community matters. Listen as he reflects on neighborhood leadership, public service and the power of taking the first step.

MSU professor talks about the importance of civic engagement and its role in democracy Dr. Kevin Evans is a Missouri State University professor of Geology, Geography and Planning.

Engineering at Missouri State/Missouri S&T Bears showcased their skills at the 2026 ASCE Region 7 Mid-America Symposium. The Missouri State University students earned three awards through innovation, collaboration and real-world problem solving while competing against 17 universities.

Mo State engineering students earn top honors at ASCE regional symposium - CNAS NewsWatch Teams won three awards against 17 universities.

Congratulations to all CNAS students who earned a place on Missouri State University’s spring 2026 Dean’s List! We’re proud of your hard work, dedication and commitment to academic excellence.

Missouri State releases spring 2026 dean’s list    - News - Missouri State University More than 5,000 students recognized.   

On this week’s episode of Dr. Mike Reed’s Astro Brief on KSMU - Ozarks Public Radio, he discusses the discovery of an atmosphere on a distant trans-Neptunian dwarf planet at the edge of our solar system. The finding is the first of its kind outside of Pluto and could change how scientists understand small icy worlds in deep space.

Astro Brief: XV93 Atmosphere discovered on trans-Neptunian dwarf planet.

Missouri State University is closed May 25 in observance of . Today, we honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to our country.

How do astronomers study the surface of a planet they can’t directly see? 🔭

On this week’s Astro Brief on KSMU - Ozarks Public Radio, Dr. Mike Reed dives into the fascinating science behind exoplanet surface discoveries and what new technology is revealing about distant worlds.

Astro Brief: Exoplanet Surfaces Astronomers use JWST to observe Kua'kua, a super-Earth orbiting a nearby solar system.

From mysterious distant objects to new clues about how solar systems form, space scientists are making discoveries that continue to change what we know about the universe. 🚀

Hear more on the latest episode of Dr. Mike Reed’s Astro Brief on KSMU - Ozarks Public Radio.

Astro Brief: Solar System Discoveries Exoplanet research unveils surprising orbits and planet types.

The new CNAS Dean Dr. Magdalena Toda will begin her role July 1. She replaces longtime dean Dr. Tamera Jahnke, who retires June 30.

Dr. Magdalena Toda named College of Natural and Applied Sciences dean - News - Missouri State University She will begin the position July 1.

Engineering and computer science Bears put classroom knowledge to the test at the 2026 IEEE Region 5 Congress and Student Competitions. Two teams earned first- and third-place finishes through teamwork, creativity and hands-on problem solving.

Success for engineering and computer science Bears at regional competition - CNAS NewsWatch Teams placed first and third in two divisions.