UK Research News

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Ken Campbell named Associate Vice President for Research Integrity

Sep 25, 2026, 2:06 PM

Kenneth S. Campbell has been named Associate Vice President for Research Integrity, reporting to the Vice President for Research, effective Oct. 1, 2026.

Research Town Hall Oct. 7

Sep 25, 2026, 9:53 AM

The Research Town Hall that was rescheduled is now set for 3-4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct.7 at the W.T. Young Library Auditorium.

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UK researchers track emerging pathogens at arctic bird gathering

Sep 25, 2026, 7:24 AM

A team of UK researchers is collaborating with Alaska Native communities to study how diseases spread and evolve in annual gatherings of migratory birds before they reach human populations.

Videos

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UK researcher helps shape the future of AI in legal practice and education

Sep 16, 2026, 7:20 AM

UK College of Law professor Michael Murray is exploring the legal challenges and opportunities created by AI.

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‘Tick magnets’ guide UK ecology research, tool testing and student learning

Sep 4, 2026, 7:53 AM

UK researchers and students are studying tick ecology in Kentucky, testing innovative surveillance tools to track species, disease risk and land-use impacts.

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VR practice for public speaking: Brandi Frisby’s CURATE research

Sep 2, 2026, 8:14 AM

UK researcher Brandi Frisby explores how virtual reality public speaking practice boosts student confidence, reduces anxiety and prepares learners for careers.

Podcasts

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Genetic clues help reveal kids’ cancer risk

Sep 18, 2026, 8:16 AM

In this episode of behind the blue, learn how UK researchers use advanced genetic testing to uncover inherited cancer risks in children and help families make informed health care decisions.

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‘Great Teacher’ Robin Cooper helps students see science beyond the classroom

Aug 17, 2026, 7:25 AM

Robin Cooper, professor in the Department of Biology in the College of Arts and Sciences, is one of this year’s distinguished Great Teacher Award recipients.

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From Kentucky to deep space: UK research supports Artemis II return, future exploration

May 26, 2026, 7:16 AM

On this edition of “Behind the Blue,” UK researchers share how their work made NASA's latest “Mission to the Moon” possible.

Messages from the Vice President for Research

Ken Campbell named Associate Vice President for Research Integrity

Sep 25, 2026, 2:06 PM

Kenneth S. Campbell has been named Associate Vice President for Research Integrity, reporting to the Vice President for Research, effective Oct. 1, 2026.

Research Town Hall Oct. 7

Sep 25, 2026, 9:53 AM

The Research Town Hall that was rescheduled is now set for 3-4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct.7 at the W.T. Young Library Auditorium.

Reminder: Contact SECURE to Screen NSF Collaborations

Sep 9, 2026, 9:10 AM

Please reach out now to SECURE at UK-SECURE@uky.edu if international collaborations are included in your current or prospective NSF-sponsored projects.

Reports

UK Research Annual Report Fiscal Year 2025

Apr 13, 2026, 2:32 PM

The UK Research Annual Report provides a snapshot of UK’s research: from record-breaking research grants & contracts to statewide economic impact.

UK Research Annual Report Fiscal Year 2020 and Fiscal Year 2021

Oct 14, 2022, 7:13 AM

The UK Research Annual Report provides a snapshot of UK’s research: from record-breaking research grants & contracts to statewide economic impact.

RCTF Endowment Match Program 2020-2021 Annual Report

Jan 12, 2022, 11:46 AM

Endowment Match Program Impact Since 1998, The University of Kentucky has used the Endowment Match Program to: Create 98 endowed chairs (85 were filled in FY20-21) Create 217 endowed professorships (171 were filled in FY20-21) Create 260 fellowships, enrichments and mission support projects to support research and the William T. Young Library View Chairs & Professorships