Awards & Recognitions

Wayne T. Sanderson: 2026-27 University Research Professor Q&A

Jun 30, 2026, 7:14 AM

Wayne T. Sanderson, a professor in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment has been honored as a 2026-27 University Research Professor.

Scott Berry: 2026-27 University Research Professor Q&A

Jun 25, 2026, 8:10 AM

Scott Berry, an associate professor in the Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering, has been honored as a 2026-27 University Research Professor at UK.

Russell Jame: 2026-27 University Research Professor Q&A

Jun 23, 2026, 7:26 AM

Russell Jame, the Ashland Oil Professor of Finance in UK’s Gatton College of Business and Economics, has been honored as a 2026-27 University Research Professor.

Ann L. Coker: 2026-27 University Research Professor Q&A

Jun 18, 2026, 7:50 AM

Ann Coker, professor in the College of Medicine and acting executive director of the Center for Research on Violence Prevention, has been honored as a 2026-27 University Research Professor at UK.

Patrick Lee Lucas: 2026-27 University Research Professor Q&A

Jun 16, 2026, 8:04 AM

Patrick Lee Lucas, Ph.D., professor in the School of Interiors in the University of Kentucky’s College of Design, has been honored as a 2026-27 University Research Professor.

Miriam Kienle: 2026-27 University Research Professor Q&A

Jun 9, 2026, 7:17 AM

UKNow is highlighting the University of Kentucky’s 2026-27 University Research Professors. Established by the Board of Trustees in 1976, the professorship program recognizes excellence across the full spectrum of research at UK and is sponsored by the Office of the Vice President for Research.