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UK researchers link sleep disorders with socioeconomic disparities in Appalachia

May 28, 2026, 7:34 AM

UK researchers found that sleep disorders are significantly more prevalent in Appalachian communities, with rates of insomnia far exceeding national averages.

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Internal medicine holds second annual BIG Data Workshop

May 14, 2026, 10:24 AM

UK Internal Medicine’s BIG Data Workshop strengthens research collaboration and productivity through hands-on training in clinical datasets, biostatistics and project design.

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CPH Showcase 2026 Highlights Research and Community Collaboration

Apr 30, 2026, 7:25 AM

CPH Showcase 2026 featured 90+ projects highlighting UK College of Public Health research, student innovation, and community partnerships across Kentucky.

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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.

Active Girls Healthy Women coffee talk: Hydration, nutrition and safety for active women

Apr 23, 2026, 11:00 – 11:30 AM

The University of Kentucky’s Active Girls Healthy Women (AHGW) program is hosting a Coffee Talk 11 a.m. Thursday, April 23, on Zoom. These events are free and open to the university and public.

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Cancer research extends beyond the lab for public health student

Apr 15, 2026, 7:34 AM

Public health student, Subin Kim, bridges cancer research and advocacy, showing how science, policy and public health work together beyond the lab.

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UK tool gives Kentucky’s opioid response a data-driven edge

Apr 10, 2026, 7:37 AM

The RADOR-KY surveillance system is used to inform overdose prevention and response efforts throughout the state by providing access to near-real-time opioid overdose data.

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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.

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12 UK students named Gaines Fellows amid record number of applicants

Mar 27, 2026, 7:00 AM

Twelve students will enter the two-year Gaines Fellowship program designed to enrich undergraduate education through interdisciplinary coursework, independent research and community engagement.

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Markey study addresses alcohol-cancer awareness gap

Mar 20, 2026, 7:17 AM

A new study shows that most people in the United States who drink alcohol do not know it raises their cancer risk.

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