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Markey study identifies molecular pathway that drives advanced prostate cancer

UK researchers have identified a cellular pathway that fuels the progression of aggressive, drug-resistant prostate cancer.

Mini Symposium: Advances in Prostate Cancer Research and Treatment

Mini-Symposium (Virtual) on Advances in Prostate Cancer Research and Treatment organized by the North America and Europe Chapters of the Markey Global Cancer Consortium. More information here: https://www.globalcancerconsortia.org/mini-symposium

Krystle Kuhs: 2025-26 University Research Professor Q&A

Krystle Kuhs, professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health in the College of Public Health, has been honored as a 2025-26 University Research Professor.

Markey study identifies new target for obesity-related breast cancer

UK Markey Cancer Center researchers have identified a protein that could be a promising treatment target for obesity-related breast cancer.

Markey researchers identify genetic marker that could guide brain cancer treatment

Markey Cancer Center researchers have discovered a genetic biomarker that could help identify patients with glioblastoma most likely to benefit from the cancer drug bevacizumab.

Public Health student sets sights on law school to improve rural health

Student John "JT" Maggard aims to improve health in rural communities through a career that combines public health and law.

Markey researcher showcases immunology-driven radiation therapy at major international conference

Weisi Yan presented his work on immunology-driven radiation oncology at the International Conference on Advances in Radiation Oncology in Vienna, Austria.

Mark Evers outside a lab at the Healthy Kentucky Research Building
Mark Evers, MD, FACS
Associate Vice President for Research for Oncology Research and Strategic Development

Markey’s Community Advisory Board advocates for research advances

The CAB meets regularly throughout the year to offer input on the Kentucky Cancer Needs Assessment, Markey’s strategic plan, research priorities and outreach activities.

Markey researchers present findings at world’s largest oncology meeting

Physicians and scientists from the UK Markey Cancer Center will share their latest research at the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s annual meeting in Chicago from May 30 to June 3.