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Markey report reveals disparities in Kentucky’s childhood cancer rates

Jun 14, 2024, 4:39 PM

A report from the UK Markey Cancer Center’s Kentucky Cancer Registry shows that Kentucky has higher rates of childhood cancer compared to the national average, with Appalachian counties experiencing an even greater burden.

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UK breaks ground on Agricultural Research Building, advancing the state’s agricultural industries

Jun 14, 2024, 4:30 PM

The UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, joined by members of the Kentucky General Assembly, Governor's office, UK Board of Trustees and university administration, celebrated the groundbreaking of the $285 million Agricultural Research Building

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UK project on bacteria-focused research selected for Hypothesis Fund seed grant

Jun 14, 2024, 6:43 AM

A researcher at UK has been selected to receive a seed grant from the Hypothesis Fund for the “boldness of her science and potential long-term impact of her work.”

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8 projects awarded KYNETIC commercialization grants

Jun 13, 2024, 4:59 PM

The Kentucky Network for Innovation and Commercialization (KYNETIC) has selected eight teams from universities across the Commonwealth for Cycle 8 project funding.

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Environment and Health Experts Gather for Wyatt Symposium April 22

Jun 13, 2024, 4:57 PM

Focusing on climate-related disasters and health, universities and agencies from across the Commonwealth are joining forces to address the health impacts of disasters and climate change.

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Research Scholars Program welcomes 4th cohort, advancing health care perspectives

Jun 13, 2024, 4:56 PM

The University of Kentucky’s Research Scholars Program (RSP) has welcomed its fourth cohort made up of six faculty whose expertise spans a broad range of research foci. The program is aimed at advancing research by promoting the success of a diverse group of faculty.

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16 faculty named 2024-25 University Research Professors

Jun 13, 2024, 4:54 PM

Established by the Board of Trustees in 1976, the professorships program recognizes excellence across the full spectrum of research at UK.

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Study: Appalachian Kentuckians continue to face higher colorectal cancer mortality rates

Jun 13, 2024, 7:32 AM

Researchers at UK have found that for much of the past two decades Appalachian Kentuckians have been more likely to die from colorectal cancer compared to the rest of state and country.

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Community-building is at the heart of ‘Great Teacher’ Zada Komara’s classroom

Jun 13, 2024, 7:18 AM

Zada Komara, Ph.D., senior lecturer in the Lewis Honors College and an affiliate faculty member in the Department of Anthropology and the Appalachian Studies program, is one of the distinguished 2024 Great Teacher Award recipients.

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UK showcases community-based, health-focused research during NIH delegation visit

Jun 12, 2024, 6:52 AM

UK Research welcomed Monica Bertagnolli, M.D., the NIH director, to the Healthy Kentucky Research Building — a space dedicated to enabling multidisciplinary teams to find solutions to reduce the health disparities greatly impacting Kentucky.

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