College of Medicine

9th Annual Healthy Hearts for Women Symposium

Feb 3, 2023, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

The ninth annual Healthy Hearts for Women Symposium will return to an in-person event this year and feature nationally recognized expert panelists from Baylor, Emory, UCLA, and Yale, as well as the University of Kentucky. The event is sponsored by the UK College of Medicine Department of Pharmacology and Nutritional Sciences, UK Gill Heart Institute, Saha Cardiovascular Research Center, and Markey Cancer Center. Tentative Schedule 8:15-8:30 a.m. Introductions

UK immunologist shares tips to stay healthy during holidays

Dec 21, 2022, 8:20 AM

Ilhem Messaoudi, Ph.D., chair of the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Molecular Genetics in the UK College of Medicine, shares ways to stay healthy during the holiday season.

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UK researchers pitch infection, cancer, Alzheimer’s innovations to potential investors

Dec 13, 2022, 7:14 AM

Three University of Kentucky researchers presented their work in November at an academic bioscience showcase in New Orleans called BIO on the BAYOU.

Applications open for Behavioral Science’s White Coats for Black Lives fellowships

Dec 13, 2022, 7:10 AM

Applications are open to University of Kentucky College of Medicine students for the third cohort of the White Coats for Black Lives fellowships. The Department of Behavioral Science created the fellowship and is supported by its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council.

Research Scholars Program setting standards, facilitating success

Dec 1, 2022, 7:23 AM

UK leaders developed the Research Scholars Program (RSP) to coach scholars and form a community of researchers to elevate the success of groups typically underrepresented in the research workforce.

UK ASPIRE workshops help faculty make labs more inclusive

Nov 30, 2022, 7:18 AM

Adopting Supportive Practices for an Inclusive Research Environment (ASPIRE) workshops provide thoughtful and practical approaches to optimize research settings so all colleagues receive equitable opportunities to engage in the research community.

GO program raising awareness for diabetic retinopathy

Nov 22, 2022, 7:34 AM

Throughout the month, the University of Kentucky Global Ophthalmology (UK GO) team is raising awareness for the condition that affects many Kentuckians with diabetes.

UK pathology resident exhibits photography collection to honor friend with ALS

Nov 21, 2022, 7:12 AM

When UK alumnus and pathology resident Leo Yenwongfai learned about his friend's ALS diagnosis, he delved into photography to help keep her connected with nature. Today, a collection of his work is displayed in the Kentucky Clinic for all to see.

New UK College of Medicine course focuses on healing power of food

Nov 17, 2022, 7:13 AM

A new course in the UK College of Medicine is teaching future doctors how to incorporate healthy food options into care for patients.

American Heart Association honors UK researcher’s impact on cardiovascular health

Nov 17, 2022, 7:11 AM

Alan Daugherty, Ph.D., D.Sc., was named the 2022 George Lyman Duff Memorial Lecturer at the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Scientific Sessions.

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