College of Medicine

Applications open for Behavioral Science’s White Coats for Black Lives fellowships

Dec 13, 2022, 7:10 AM

Applications are open to University of Kentucky College of Medicine students for the third cohort of the White Coats for Black Lives fellowships. The Department of Behavioral Science created the fellowship and is supported by its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council.

Research Scholars Program setting standards, facilitating success

Dec 1, 2022, 7:23 AM

UK leaders developed the Research Scholars Program (RSP) to coach scholars and form a community of researchers to elevate the success of groups typically underrepresented in the research workforce.

UK ASPIRE workshops help faculty make labs more inclusive

Nov 30, 2022, 7:18 AM

Adopting Supportive Practices for an Inclusive Research Environment (ASPIRE) workshops provide thoughtful and practical approaches to optimize research settings so all colleagues receive equitable opportunities to engage in the research community.

GO program raising awareness for diabetic retinopathy

Nov 22, 2022, 7:34 AM

Throughout the month, the University of Kentucky Global Ophthalmology (UK GO) team is raising awareness for the condition that affects many Kentuckians with diabetes.

UK pathology resident exhibits photography collection to honor friend with ALS

Nov 21, 2022, 7:12 AM

When UK alumnus and pathology resident Leo Yenwongfai learned about his friend's ALS diagnosis, he delved into photography to help keep her connected with nature. Today, a collection of his work is displayed in the Kentucky Clinic for all to see.

New UK College of Medicine course focuses on healing power of food

Nov 17, 2022, 7:13 AM

A new course in the UK College of Medicine is teaching future doctors how to incorporate healthy food options into care for patients.

American Heart Association honors UK researcher’s impact on cardiovascular health

Nov 17, 2022, 7:11 AM

Alan Daugherty, Ph.D., D.Sc., was named the 2022 George Lyman Duff Memorial Lecturer at the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Scientific Sessions.

Funding opportunity in COBRE in Translational Chemical Biology

Funding opportunity in COBRE in Translational Chemical Biology UK’s COBRE in Translational Chemical Biology, led by Dr. Jon Thorson in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, is seeking applicants for a new research project and new pilot projects. Please forward this email to potential project and/or pilot leaders in your college/department who are eligible.

Agenda set for 12th annual Markesbery Symposium scientific session; last call for abstracts

Nov 7, 2022, 7:18 AM

The University of Kentucky Sanders-Brown Center on Aging will hold the 12th annual Markesbery Symposium on Aging and Dementia on Nov. 18 and 19.

Applications open for UK Cannabis Center’s 1st faculty pilot grants

Nov 4, 2022, 7:07 AM

Based within the UK College of Medicine’s Center on Drug and Alcohol Research (CDAR), the center will build on cannabis research already taking place at UK and expand the profile of clinical cannabis research.

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