PROFESSIONAL PARTNERSHIPS
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Throughout Maryville’s partnership with UMSL, you’ll be well-prepared for your future optometry training. Our science programs collaborate with many leading-edge research companies in the St. Louis region, including:
• Danforth Plant Science Center
• Missouri Botanical Garden
• GlaxoSmithKline
• Mallinckrodt
• Monsanto
• Pfizer
FEATURED
FACULTY
Kyra Krakos, PhD, assistant professor of biology at Maryville University, has received the Science Educator Award as part of the Outstanding St. Louis Scientists Awards. The Academy of Science of St. Louis recognized Krakos for her enthusiastic, innovative approach to experiential learning and research mentorship and for her pursuit of learning beyond the classroom.