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Research Advancing Kentucky: Transforming aging and brain health

With NIH support, Linda Van Eldik shares the importance of aging and dementia research at the Sander-Brown Center on Aging and UK's Alzheimer's Disease Research Center.

Research Advancing Kentucky: Providing crucial supports for researchers

With NIH support, Katherine Hartmann describes the vital work of the UK Center for Clinical and Translational Science (CCTS) for UK researchers and Kentucky communities.

Research Advancing Kentucky: Propelling the science behind cancer care

Researchers at the University of Kentucky play an important role in advancing the health, well-being and future of our Commonwealth.   Much of that work is done with support from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). That support allows our researchers to find answers to many of the critical health issues facing Kentuckians.  

Research Advancing Kentucky: How NIH-funded discoveries drive UK’s impact

Hear from Ilhem Messaoudi, Acting Vice President for Research, and scientists across UK on crucial research funded by the National Institute of Health.

Research Advancing Kentucky: Fighting alcohol’s toll in Appalachia

NIH support allows Madison Blanton to obtain individualized, mentored research training while conducting dissertation research on chronic alcohol misuse.

Research Advancing Kentucky: Preserving the golden years

With NIH support, prominent dementia expert Greg Jicha’s work spans clinical trials, biomarker development and innovative approaches for early detection and treatment.

How NIH funding supports resources for UK researchers

Ilhem Messaoudi provides an introduction in Research Communications' video series on the impact of NIH funding on UK and Kentucky.

Research Advancing Kentucky: Restoring movement to those with spinal cord injuries

With NIH support, John Gensel focuses on developing therapies and treatments to improve outcomes after spinal cord injury.

Research Advancing Kentucky: Providing hope to pediatric cancer patients

With NIH support, John D’Orazio combines his research with active clinical practice, treating pediatric patients with cancer and blood disorders.

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