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Researchers Develop Online Portal to Show How Biases in RNA Sequences Affect Gene Expression

Jun 29, 2022, 7:37 AM

A recent publication from UK researchers explains the importance of identifying and understanding how differences between tissues and cells alter gene expression without changing underlying genetic code.

19 Innovators Complete Launch Blue's UAccel Program

Jun 29, 2022, 7:33 AM

The nonequity-seeking pre-seed accelerator program aiming to launch nationally competitive startups completed its fourth UAccel Program cohort.

'Great Teacher' Beth Rous Treats Students as Her Future Colleagues

Jun 27, 2022, 7:20 AM

Beth Rous, Ph.D., is one of this year’s Great Teacher Award recipients. The UK College of Education professor treats her students as if they were her colleagues.

UK Scholars Recognized as Equity Changemakers

Jun 27, 2022, 7:18 AM

UK’s Center for Health Equity Transformation (CHET) has announced the recipients of the 2022 Equity Changemaker Award, honoring three UK scholars for their work to advance health equity through research and training.

Honoring University Research Professor Nancy Schoenberg

Jun 24, 2022, 6:54 AM

Nancy Schoenberg, Ph.D., Marion Pearsall Professor of Behavioral Science in the UK College of Medicine, founding director of the Center for Health and Equity Transformation, and associate vice president for research professional development, has been named one of 14 University Research Professors for 2022-23.

Meet the 1st Cohort of KGS Paul Edwin Potter Interns

Jun 24, 2022, 6:51 AM

The first cohort of interns in a new Kentucky Geological Survey (KGS) program are spending their summers contributing to statewide research projects focused on geologic resources, environmental issues and natural hazards affecting Kentucky.

Kentucky Office of Rural Health Seeks Applications for Elder Wellness Enrichment Initiative Grant

Jun 24, 2022, 6:48 AM

The grant will provide funding of up to $5,000 to nonprofit rural health care organizations and community-based organizations to create or enhance services for older adults — to help them age in place in rural Kentucky.

Facing Inflation Part 1: UK Economists Tackle the Tough Questions

Jun 23, 2022, 8:03 AM

In a Q&A series, we asked UK research experts from the Gatton College of Business and Economics and the College of Agriculture, Food and Environment to tackle questions about the impact of inflation.

UK Researcher Highlights Need to Improve Alzheimer's and Dementia Cognitive Screenings and Assessments

Jun 23, 2022, 7:56 AM

A researcher at the UK’s Sanders-Brown Center on Aging is one of several experts in the field who recently discussed the use of two popular screening tests for dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

16 Students Selected for Inaugural CURE Fellowship Program

Jun 23, 2022, 7:51 AM

The new fellowships, sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Research and the Office of the Vice President for Research, provide opportunities to develop knowledge and skills through research within UK’s seven Research Priority Areas.

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