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UK HealthCare patient among first in US to receive experimental lupus treatment

Oct 26, 2026, 7:36 AM

UK researchers are studying CAR T-cell therapy as an experimental treatment for severe lupus in a phase 2 clinical trial at UK HealthCare.

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Study finds expanding hemp could boost Kentucky’s water quality, ecological diversity

Oct 26, 2026, 7:26 AM

Research suggests hemp could diversify the landscape itself, with measurable benefits for Kentucky's water and wildlife.

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Markey study reveals how melanoma outmaneuvers drugs and immune defenses

Oct 22, 2026, 7:34 AM

UK Markey Cancer Center researchers uncover how melanoma uses ABL proteins to resist treatment and suppress the immune system.

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20 years of advancing cancer care in Kentucky — together

Oct 22, 2026, 7:09 AM

For 20 years, UK Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network has expanded access to cancer care, clinical research and screening across Kentucky.

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‘I am a UK Innovator:’ College of Education’s Jena Hinds

Oct 21, 2026, 7:39 AM

UK College of Education researcher Jena Hinds studies how stress and anxiety affect student performance and explores interventions to improve outcomes.

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Kentucky Geological Survey to host annual earth science open house

Oct 19, 2026, 10:04 AM

The Kentucky Geological Survey at the University of Kentucky will host its 26th annual open house 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21.

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Alexandra Paterson shortlisted for international ‘Nature’ Inspiring Women in Science award

Oct 16, 2026, 7:46 AM

UK engineering researcher Alexandra Paterson is one of eight women worldwide shortlisted for a 2026 Nature Inspiring Women in Science award.

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KNEDA issues RFI for Nuclear Reactor Site Readiness Pilot Program

Oct 16, 2026, 7:41 AM

The Kentucky Nuclear Energy Development Authority has issued a Request for Information related to Kentucky’s Nuclear Reactor Site Readiness Pilot Program.

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UK study finds essential oil sprays offer little lasting cockroach control

Oct 16, 2026, 7:37 AM

Essential oil sprays may kill cockroaches on contact, but a UK study finds they provide limited residual control after drying.

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Moga inaugurated as International Society for Pharmacoepidemiology President

Oct 15, 2026, 9:31 AM

Daniela C. Moga, professor in the UK College of Pharmacy, was inaugurated as president of the International Society for Pharmacoepidemiology at the organization’s 42nd Annual Meeting in Italy.

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