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Unlocking genetic secrets: New UK research project set to transform equine, animal science

Jul 24, 2024, 7:07 AM

Theodore Kalbfleisch, a UK researcher, is helping spearhead a three-year project to map the genetic blueprints of 13 horse breeds and their relatives.

SMRI researchers develop a new model to advance equestrian research

Oct 31, 2023, 7:21 AM

The University of Kentucky Sports Medicine Research Institute (SMRI) has developed a new approach to the research, health and safety of equestrian sports.

2022 Kentucky Equine Survey Hitting Mailboxes Now

Jul 5, 2022, 7:12 AM

UK‘s Ag Equine Programs and the Kentucky Horse Council are again partnering on the 2022 Kentucky Equine Survey, a statewide comprehensive survey of all horse breeds.

Racing Industry Partners Join UK in Support of Promising Racehorse Injury mRNA Biomarker Research

May 18, 2022, 7:19 AM

Researchers at the Gluck Equine Research Center recently began a large study to validate previous research suggesting it is possible to detect specific biomarkers indicating an injury before it becomes career- or life-ending for a horse.

Unique Research Could Improve Indoor Equine and Livestock Environment

Feb 16, 2022, 7:06 AM

College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (CAFE) researchers are breaking new ground with a multi-year study to determine best management practices for building and maintaining indoor facilities.

UK Students Working to Develop Safety Standard for Equestrian Helmets

Mar 18, 2021, 8:36 AM

While equestrian helmets protect riders, there is no test in place to evaluate a helmet’s crush resistance. UK students are working to develop a helmet testing method and collect data that will hopefully serve as the start of a crushing-safety standard for helmets.

UK Ag Equine Programs to Host 10th Annual Equine Research Showcase Virtually

Nov 30, 2020, 8:24 AM

"This is a unique and special outreach event. The purpose is to showcase some of what is happening in the UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment in terms of scientific discovery and service efforts relevant to the young horse.”

UK mRNA Biomarker Study Will Build on Promising Research Into Preventing Catastrophic Racehorse Injuries

Oct 20, 2020, 8:21 AM

Previous research showed that many catastrophic injuries occur in limbs with underlying and preexisting damage, leading to the theory that these injuries occur when damage accumulation exceeds the healing capacity of the affected bones over time.

'Behind the Blue': UK Sports Medicine Research Institute’s Equestrian Athlete Initiative

Apr 7, 2020, 8:22 AM

On this week’s edition of the “Behind the Blue” podcast, Carl Nathe of UK Public Relations and Strategic Communications talks with Nick Heebner and Kimberly Tumlin about a new research effort, the Equestrian Athlete Initiative.

UK Livestock Specialists: People Can Learn Important Lessons From Animals in Tough Times

Mar 25, 2020, 8:14 AM

Animals know when to push through, when to play and how to focus. They live focused on the moment and don’t get distracted by the past or the future. They heed their instincts to stay alert to their senses and to each other. They stay focused on what is most important.

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