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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.

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.

ReSEED Lunch & Learn UK AI/ML Hub: Opportunities to engage with AI on campus

Participants will gain insights into opportunities to engage with AI on campus. More info on ReSeed: https://medicine.uky.edu/sites/research/reseed-lunch-and-learn  

18 faculty named 2025-26 University Research Professors

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

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.

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.

UK study highlights harmful connection between obesity, kidney disease

A new UK study details how excess fat tissue disrupts kidney function and even triggers changes in the brain that further exacerbate renal damage.