UK Research News

‘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.

group photo of the RADNOR-KY research team

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.

Marry M. Goldwater Scholar - Jose Villanos

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.

Eric Frankl, Mitch McConnell and Eli Capilouto sit at a panel table

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

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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2026 CCTS Spring Conference Draws 1,300 Participants

Apr 6, 2026, 10:02 AM

Nearly 1,300 researchers, clinicians, students and community members gathered at the 21st annual Spring Conference from the UK CCTS to share findings and catalyze collaborations, making it the nation’s largest translational science conference hosted by a single institution.