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Q&A: Environmental health scientist Erin Haynes on potential impacts of the East Palestine disaster

Feb 24, 2023, 7:11 AM

In light of this recent chemical spill, Haynes answered some frequently asked questions regarding the potential health impact of this disaster.

UK grad studies water resources in Ukraine through Fulbright scholarship

Dec 15, 2022, 7:00 AM

At this week's commencement ceremonies, Elizabeth Avery will receive a Ph.D. in geological sciences from the University of Kentucky, based on her Fulbright research in Ukraine.

Prestigious NSF award advances UK researcher’s low-cost water treatment work

Oct 27, 2022, 6:43 AM

For her innovative approach to studying low-cost water treatment, Tiffany Messer, Ph.D., an assistant professor in biosystems and agricultural engineering, is the recipient of the National Science Foundation Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award.

UK part of major NSF award to study increased methane in coastal wetlands

Sep 27, 2022, 7:26 AM

The study will focus on methane emissions in coastal wetlands, which play an increasingly important role in ongoing and rapid climate change.

Through Fulbright Scholar Program, UK geology professor unravels the erosion of the Appalachians — from Ireland

Sep 15, 2022, 7:27 AM

Work done by Dave Moecher and his Irish collaborators investigated how the Appalachian Mountains in North America were eroded over geologic time.

UK-led project awarded $2.5 million by NSF to study climate change, biodiversity

Aug 29, 2022, 6:36 AM

The UK study seeks to understand how aquatic biodiversity is impacted by climate change. The project was selected for funding by the NSF's "Biodiversity on a Changing Planet" program, marking a major milestone for climate research at UK.

Bertucci named UK’s 1st Lee T. Todd, Jr. Student Innovation Scholar

Aug 24, 2022, 7:24 AM

Lucas Bertucci, a University of Kentucky chemical engineering senior from Louisville, Kentucky, has been named the university’s first Lee T. Todd, Jr. Student Innovation Scholarship recipient.

'Father of Environmental Justice' and Local High School Students Headline CCTS Conference

Mar 25, 2022, 6:52 AM

The Center for Clinical and Translational Science will host its 17th Annual Spring Conference on April 5, focusing on climate and health and featuring a keynote address and book signing with Robert Bullard, Ph.D., considered the father of environmental justice.

Kentucky Geological Survey, Energy and Environment Cabinet Announce Project to Measure Methane Emissions

Feb 22, 2022, 6:48 AM

The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet and the Kentucky Geological Survey at the University of Kentucky have announced a collaborative project focused on mine methane (CH4) emissions in the state.

Registration Now Open for CCTS Conference on Climate and Health

Feb 14, 2022, 7:20 AM

The Center for Clinical and Translational Science will hold its 17th Annual Spring Conference on April 5, 2022, focusing on “Climate and Health.” This year’s keynote speaker is Robert Bullard, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor of Urban Planning and Environmental Policy at Texas Southern University.

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