Interdisciplinary Research

Interdisciplinary research is an important part of the MU Graduate Community because it allows our students to design their research programs utilizing the unique attributes of multiple departments. Through cooperative research programs, students participate in studies that combine the best resources from across the University.

Students who are curious about the interdisciplinary research topics below should contact the program of interest to find out more.

Interdisciplinary Research Programs

• Agroforestry
• Ancient Studies
• Community Processes
• Conservation Biology
• European Union Studies
• Exercise, Inactivity and Health
• Explosion Resistant Design
• Family Policy and Research
• Food for the 21st Century
• Genetics
• Gerontology
• International Development
• Literary Arts in the Community
• Medieval and Renaissance Studies
• Neuroscience
• Nuclear Science and Engineering
• Oral Tradition
• Organizational Change
• Phytonutrient and Phytochemical Studies
• Radiopharmaceutical Chemistry
• Society and Ecosystems

Interdisciplinary Research Centers

• Interdisciplinary Center on Aging
• MU Research Reactor Center
• Center for the Literary Arts
• Center for the Prevention of Inactivity-Related Disorders
• Dalton Cardiovascular Research Center
• Office of Service-Learning