In February, UMKC received the prestigious Carnegie R1 designation, but research has been at the heart of UMKC's mission to provide transformational impact to the metropolitan, regional and global communities served by the university. In this issue, we celebrate the work happening across UMKC's campuses and beyond. From life-changing advancements in health and technology, to creative breakthroughs in the arts, the stories within these pages highlight how the university's faculty, staff, students and alumni are shaping a brighter future for our community and world. Together, we are making a bold impact on current and future generations.