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The UK Center for the Environment addresses environmental challenges, particularly those that impact human health and well-being for the Commonwealth of Kentucky, the nation, and the world through innovative, transdisciplinary research, and community partnerships.

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Haynes named 2023-2024 University Research Professor

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UK researcher launching health tracking survey in East Palestine

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The Company Testing Air in East Palestine Homes was Hired by Norfolk Southern. Experts Say That Testing Isn’t Enough.

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UK Colleges and Appalachian communities partner to reduce exposure to chemicals in drinking water

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UK researchers, community partners tackle health threats from 'forever chemicals'

John P. Wyatt, MD Environment and Health Symposium

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The 2024 John P. Wyatt, M.D., Environment and Health Symposium was held Thursday, April 4 on the University of Kentucky campus at the J. David Rosenberg College of Law Grand Courtroom. The Wyatt symposium honors the legacy of Dr. John P. Wyatt and his pioneering environmental clinical research on air pollution and lung pathology. Multiple universities and agencies from across the state gathered to present research and practice focused on the environment and its impact on health in Kentucky.