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Markey forges global alliance for cancer research

The University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center's Global Cancer Consortium is an innovative partnership that's transforming cancer research and care across borders.

‘I am a UK Innovator’: College of Arts and Sciences’ Samuel Awuah

Samuel Awuah, associate chemistry professor at UK, is developing gold-based compounds to be used in the treatment of diseases such as ulcerative colitis, traumatic brain injury and various forms of cancer.

Markey study: Molecular tumor boards improve identification of cancer-linked genes

UK Markey Cancer Center’s Molecular Tumor Board identified possible hereditary genetic mutations in 12% of patients with cancer who underwent tumor DNA testing.

UK researchers help understand sex-specific differences in aortic aneurysms

A group of researchers at UK have found a mechanism that would explain why men develop more aortic aneurysms than women.

Markey researchers awarded $6.8 million to help others replicate Kentucky’s lung cancer screening success

A groundbreaking lung cancer screening project co-led by UK's Markey Cancer Center and the University of Colorado Cancer Center is set to expand its reach.

Bridging gaps: UK researchers apply cancer insights to advance Alzheimer’s therapies

Two new publications from UK researchers highlight critical advancements in Alzheimer's disease research and their intersection with other fields.

Markey’s Vanderford to address President’s Cancer Panel

UK Markey Cancer Center expert Nathan Vanderford, Ph.D., is contributing to a critical national discussion on sustaining and supporting the cancer workforce. 

Markey study: Cancer diagnoses still lagging due to COVID-19

The research found that observed cancer incidence rates were 2.7% lower than expected in 2021, following a 9.4% reduction in 2020.

Markey study links ‘forever chemical’ PFOS with colorectal cancer

The research study is the first to show that long-term PFOS exposure can lead to changes in intestinal cells that are linked to the development of cancer.

UK ASCEND to propel community-engaged health equity research

A new project at UK will expand new avenues to develop community-engaged health equity research expertise among early-stage investigators.