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UK contributes to global study showing where people live may impact how the brain ages

Apr 16, 2026, 8:00 AM

A recent study, including research from UK, shows that brain health is shaped not only by biology and individual choices, but also by the broader environments people live in

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Cancer research extends beyond the lab for public health student

Apr 15, 2026, 7:34 AM

Public health student, Subin Kim, bridges cancer research and advocacy, showing how science, policy and public health work together beyond the lab.

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Markey study finds barriers to hormone therapy for patients with cervical cancer

Apr 15, 2026, 7:15 AM

A Markey Cancer Center study finds most oncologists support hormone therapy for cervical cancer patients after radiation, but barriers limit its use.

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UK researcher works to sharpen RNA-based defense against armyworms

Apr 14, 2026, 10:28 AM

S. Reddy Palli has taken great strides in an attempt to eliminate one of the state’s most destructive insects.

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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.

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‘Ripple Effect’: TEDxUKY returns April 19

Apr 13, 2026, 7:39 AM

The University of Kentucky will host the 2026 TEDxUKY event 2-6 p.m. Sunday, April 19.

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UK tool gives Kentucky’s opioid response a data-driven edge

Apr 10, 2026, 7:37 AM

The RADOR-KY surveillance system is used to inform overdose prevention and response efforts throughout the state by providing access to near-real-time opioid overdose data for every county in Kentucky.

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UK junior one of more than 450 nationwide to earn Goldwater Scholarship

Apr 10, 2026, 7:34 AM

The Goldwater scholarship awards up to $7,500 per year to students planning to pursue research careers in mathematics, engineering or natural science.

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Sen. McConnell visits UK to celebrate federal funding for UK projects

Apr 9, 2026, 7:20 AM

More than $109 million in federal funding has been secured to support the University of Kentucky and Lexington's Blue Grass Airport

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UK panel to explore future of rural Appalachian communities

Apr 8, 2026, 7:17 AM

The UK Appalachian Center and Appalachian Studies Program will host the discussion, “Shifting Power in Rural America: Conversations on Just Transitions,” Tuesday, April 21

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