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New study approach gives Appalachian communities a stronger voice in tobacco regulations

Aug 25, 2026, 10:24 AM

A new research model developed by UK’s Appalachian Tobacco Regulatory Science Team shows strong early success in engaging rural Appalachian adults in tobacco research.

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Mary Kay Rayens: 2026-27 University Research Professor Q&A

Jul 16, 2026, 7:10 AM

Mary Kay Rayens, a professor and a biostatistician in the UK College of Nursing, has been honored as a 2026-27 University Research Professor.

11 students awarded CURE Fellowships

May 14, 2026, 7:18 AM

UK's Office of Undergraduate Research has announced the 11 students selected for the 2026 Commonwealth Undergraduate Research Experience Fellowship program.

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17 faculty named 2026-27 University Research Professors

Apr 27, 2026, 8:20 AM

The UK Board of Trustees approved 17 University Research Professors for the 2026-27 academic year.

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2026 CCTS Spring Conference Draws 1,300 Participants

Apr 6, 2026, 10:02 AM

Nearly 1,300 researchers, clinicians, students and community members gathered at the 21st annual Spring Conference from the UK CCTS to share findings and catalyze collaborations, making it the nation’s largest translational science conference hosted by a single institution.

2026 Kentucky Tobacco Control Conference

Apr 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

The 2026 Kentucky Tobacco Control Conference, Reclaiming the Future: Charting a New Path Forward The conference will feature keynote speaker, Dr. Brian King, Executive Vice President of U.S. Programs for the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids. Dr. King has worked for over 20 years to provide sound scientific evidence to inform tobacco control policy, including in his previous roles as the director of the Center for Tobacco Products at the FDA and deputy director for research translation in the Office on Smoking and Health at the CDC.