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UK study reveals key mechanism behind prostate cancer drug resistance, potential new treatment strategy

A team of UK Markey Cancer Center researchers has found the mechanism that grants prostate cancer resistance to enzalutamide, a frequently used drug.

Plant-based coffee yields promising results in Markey ovarian cancer trial

Recent research shows that a commercially available decaffeinated coffee product containing a controlled dose of Artemisia annua may have anti-cancer properties.

UK researchers explore the high incidence of colorectal cancer in Appalachian Kentucky

Researchers focused on analyzing samples from patients diagnosed with colon adenocarcinoma and looking at characteristics that could explain disparities in cancer outcomes in Kentucky.

Markey researchers help discover diet, lung cancer link

Researchers from Markey Cancer Center have found that a “Western diet” increases glycogen levels in the lungs, accelerating tumor growth and worsening patient outcomes.

Markey Cancer Center Research Day Returns May 13, abstracts due March 31

For the 15th year, Markey Cancer Center Research Day will showcase the innovative cancer research taking place across all disciplines at UK.

Markey clinical trials offer ‘latest and greatest’ cancer treatments

During a recent roundtable discussion, Zhonglin Hao and Eddy Yang shared the importance of clinical trials and how they play a significant role in changing how providers approach cancer care.

UK research team develops new compound with cancer-fighting properties

The study, led by UK Markey Cancer Center researcher Samuel Awuah, showed that the gold compounds could kill cancer cells by disrupting their energy production.

Markey study sets benchmark for treatment of advanced cervical cancer

A new UK Markey Cancer Center study provides important insights for future clinical trials in treating advanced cervical cancer.

13 UK undergraduates to present at Posters-at-the-Capitol

The 23rd annual Posters-at-the-Capitol event will feature research topics including community health, agricultural sustainability, renewable energy and public health and safety.

Markey study highlights new target, potential therapy for treatment-resistant cancers

UK Markey Cancer Center researchers have discovered a promising new way to combat therapy-resistant cancers by targeting a specific protein modification, according to a new study

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