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Clinical trials make discovery happen at UK

At the University of Kentucky, clinical trials are essential to providing the most advanced care to our patients and communities.

Research Advancing Kentucky: Predicting and preventing heart attacks, strokes

With NIH support, Vince Venditto identified a cardiovascular biomarker that helps predicts risk of heart attack or stroke. He seeks to harness the immune system for treatment and prevention.

Research Advancing Kentucky: Offering a future beyond addiction

With NIH support, William Stoops is investigating the mechanisms underlying substance use disorders, drug use and addiction, with an emphasis on stimulants, opioids and alcohol.

Research Advancing Kentucky: Supporting healthy aging at home

With NIH support, Elizabeth Rhodes is helping older adults with cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease to remaining safely and comfortably in their own homes.

University of Kentucky physics breakthrough could lead to faster, more efficient electronics

A new study by UK researchers is helping change how scientists understand and control magnetic energy — and it could lead to faster, more efficient electronic devices.

Innovation in cancer research highlighted at 15th annual Markey Research Day

The UK Markey Cancer Center’s 15th annual Research Day brought together researchers, clinicians, staff and students to celebrate the center’s scientific accomplishments and spotlight ongoing cancer research.

Study suggests maple syrup industry can tap into, expand Kentucky’s forest economy

Statewide maple syrup production has the capacity to circulate up to $25 million yearly.

5 faculty members honored for excellence in undergraduate research mentoring

Five UK faculty members received the 2025 Excellent Undergraduate Research Mentor Award for their exceptional leadership and support of student researchers.

Ky. attorney defies brain cancer odds through Markey clinical trial

Following surgery to remove a tumor from his brain, David Higdon was offered the opportunity to participate in an NIH-funded clinical trial.

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