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New billboards across Kentucky part of UK study to prevent child sex trafficking

Mar 3, 2023, 7:48 AM

A team of researchers at the University of Kentucky is studying strategies to prevent child sex trafficking (CST) across the Commonwealth. The first phase of the project involves raising awareness about the issue.

Registration now open for Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

Mar 2, 2023, 7:29 AM

The annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars is on Wednesday, April 26, from 1 to 5:30 p.m. in the Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom. The Office of Undergraduate Research is celebrating 17 years of supporting students presenting research at the Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars.

Research Scholars Program welcomes 3rd cohort, continuing to foster inclusion, research success

Mar 1, 2023, 7:16 AM

The Research Scholars Program (RSP) has welcomed its third cohort of six faculty from five University of Kentucky colleges. The program is aimed at ensuring diversity, equity and inclusion in research by promoting faculty success.

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Women Making History: UK researcher helps caregivers navigate Alzheimer's challenges

Mar 1, 2023, 7:09 AM

Throughout March, UK is spotlighting Women Making History. These women are leading their fields of research and impacting the lives of Kentuckians. For Allison Gibson, Ph.D., her passion is helping some of the most vulnerable Kentuckians.

Rare Disease Day spotlight: A new approach to studying Moyamoya syndrome

Feb 28, 2023, 7:15 AM

Jill Roberts, Ph.D., assistant professor of neurosurgery and neuroscience in the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and a researcher who studies Moyamoya syndrome, which causes the internal carotid arteries in the brain to become narrow or blocked.

Q&A: Adrienne Dixson shares how research has power to improve educational equity 

Feb 27, 2023, 7:06 AM

UK College of Education Professor Adrienne Dixson, Ph.D., answers questions about her career and how innovative and responsive scholarship can impact educational equity and help children receive a high-quality education. 

Markey study shows potential for new radiopharmaceutical cancer treatment

Feb 24, 2023, 7:13 AM

A recent University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center study suggests a new radiopharmaceutical compound may be a viable treatment option for patients with advanced cervical cancer.

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.

2023 Inclusive Excellence grant proposal window opens March 1

Feb 23, 2023, 7:40 AM

The University of Kentucky Office for Institutional Diversity is accepting proposals for the next round of grant funding through the office's Inclusive Excellence Student Program grants. Proposals for this round will be accepted from March 1 to March 31, 2023. Selected proposals will be awarded funding for the Fall 2023 semester. The Inclusive Excellence Student Program will fund grants up to $15,000 for creative diversity programming ideas.

UK researchers are leaders in recovering materials that power our world

Feb 22, 2023, 7:18 AM

The Center for Applied Energy Research at the University of Kentucky is acting now to ensure the Commonwealth will be a national and international leader in the development of a booming critical minerals industry.

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