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UK Study Highlights Need for Genetic Testing for Kentucky Patients with Lung Cancer

Sep 23, 2020, 9:58 AM

Recently published in PLOS One, the study used Kentucky Cancer Registry patient data from 2007-2011 to identify trends in epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) mutation testing and the usage of the EGFR inhibitor, erlotinib.

Markey Joins National Cancer Consortium to Address the Impact of COVID-19 on Cancer

Sep 22, 2020, 8:12 AM

Markey has joined a consortium of 17 cancer centers across the country to better understand how COVID-19 has impacted cancer prevention, detection and care.

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Vanderford Honored With Hartford-Nicholson Award From SRAI

Sep 3, 2020, 8:47 AM

In 2018, Vanderford was also named a recipient of the SRAI Mid-Career Level Excellence Award. Vanderford also serves as assistant director for research at the UK Markey Cancer Center, where he oversees a special oncology training program for Appalachian students, ACTION.

Cancer, COVID and the Kentucky Economy: How 'Sweet Annie' Could Make an Impact

Aug 11, 2020, 8:19 AM

Artemisia annua or "Sweet Annie" has been used as a medicinal herb for centuries. With potential to treat a variety of cancers & even COVID-19, this plant is more relevant than ever & UK is showing how we can take it from Kentucky fields to the lab to our patients.

Kuhs Named Co-Leader of Markey Cancer Prevention & Control Research Program

Aug 4, 2020, 8:21 AM

As a cancer prevention researcher trained in both basic laboratory science and epidemiology, Kuhs’ experience allows her to apply basic science findings to population-based studies, which will be essential to lowering cancer rates in the hardest-hit areas of the state.

Outreach Shows Progress, Promise in Fighting Oral Cancer Despite COVID-19

Jul 29, 2020, 8:26 AM

Kentucky has one of the nation's highest incidences of oral cancer, according to the National Institutes of Health, and the prevalence of oral cancer in the targeted counties is as much as 54% higher than the state average.

UK Study Provides New Insight on Colorectal Cancer Growth

Jul 14, 2020, 8:40 AM

A group led by the Markey Cancer Center researcher Qing-Bai She discovered that SMS is overexpressed in colorectal cancers and plays an important role in balancing cellular spermidine levels that are a necessary adaptation for colorectal cancer growth.

UK, ArtemiLife Partner to Test for Anti-Cancer Activity of Artemisia Annua Extracts

Jun 3, 2020, 8:28 AM

UK and ArtemiLife Inc. will collaborate on a clinical study using the extract of a medicinal plant grown in Kentucky to test for anti-cancer activity of Artemisia annua and to determine the recommended dose of Artemisia annua for future clinical trials.

2020 Markey Women Strong Distinguished Researcher Grants Awarded

May 13, 2020, 8:37 AM

Started in the summer of 2016, Markey Women Strong comprises philanthropic women and men who aim to make a meaningful difference in cancer research by funding female researchers focused on advancing the fight against cancer at the University of Kentucky.

Researchers Awarded $2.6 Million to Engage 'Citizen Scientists' to Reduce Radon Exposure in Rural Areas

May 4, 2020, 8:25 AM

It cannot be seen, smelled or tasted, and people are exposed by breathing radon in air when it comes in through gaps and cracks in their homes. It is the second-leading cause of lung cancer after tobacco smoking.

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