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UK chemist explores process that turns atmospheric particles yellow after fires

Researchers at the University of Kentucky are studying how chemical reactions in the air after wildfires contribute to changes in the color of aerosol particles.

UK researcher launching health tracking survey in East Palestine

College of Public Health environmental scientist Erin Haynes, Dr.P.H., is taking steps to learn more about the health symptoms and exposures faced by East Palestine, Ohio residents, by launching an online health tracking survey.

Environment and health experts gather for Wyatt Symposium on April 20

The 2023 John P. Wyatt, M.D. Environment and Health Symposium will be held on the University of Kentucky campus from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., April 20, 2023, at the J. David Rosenberg College of Law Grand Courtroom.

UK students get hands-on experience with coral reef ecosystems

In the Embedded: Advanced Scuba Certification and Coral Reef Ecology course, students have the opportunity to earn numerous scuba certifications, while learning about the impact of environmental stress on coral reef ecosystems.

Q&A: Environmental health scientist Erin Haynes on potential impacts of the East Palestine disaster

In light of this recent chemical spill, Haynes answered some frequently asked questions regarding the potential health impact of this disaster.

UK grad studies water resources in Ukraine through Fulbright scholarship

At this week's commencement ceremonies, Elizabeth Avery will receive a Ph.D. in geological sciences from the University of Kentucky, based on her Fulbright research in Ukraine.

Prestigious NSF award advances UK researcher’s low-cost water treatment work

For her innovative approach to studying low-cost water treatment, Tiffany Messer, Ph.D., an assistant professor in biosystems and agricultural engineering, is the recipient of the National Science Foundation Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award.

UK part of major NSF award to study increased methane in coastal wetlands

The study will focus on methane emissions in coastal wetlands, which play an increasingly important role in ongoing and rapid climate change.

Through Fulbright Scholar Program, UK geology professor unravels the erosion of the Appalachians — from Ireland

Work done by Dave Moecher and his Irish collaborators investigated how the Appalachian Mountains in North America were eroded over geologic time.

UK-led project awarded $2.5 million by NSF to study climate change, biodiversity

The UK study seeks to understand how aquatic biodiversity is impacted by climate change. The project was selected for funding by the NSF's "Biodiversity on a Changing Planet" program, marking a major milestone for climate research at UK.

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