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Physiology Scholars Program welcomes new cohort focused on biomedical research

Scholars are selected based on their academic achievements and a statement of interest in research. Four students were selected as 2024-25 Physiology Scholars.

Registration and call for abstracts open for 10th annual Appalachian Research Day

Abstracts for Appalachian Research Day podium and poster presentations may be submitted until Dec. 3.

Markey research shows success in national smoking assessment program

Jessica Burris led research that shows the success of a national quality improvement program to increase rates of smoking assessment among cancer centers.

New award advances Sanders-Brown director’s research on inflammation’s role in Alzheimer’s

Linda Van Eldik recently received a three-year, $300,000 award from the BrightFocus Foundation to support her research project on how specific brain cells may contribute to the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.

Gill Affiliate Network celebrates 10-year anniversary at annual conference

UK HealthCare’s Gill Heart & Vascular Institute Affiliate Network held their annual conference, bringing together a wide range of experts to learn and discuss the latest advancements and trends in cardiovascular medicine.

Markey researchers discover new treatment target for triple-negative breast cancer

UK Markey Cancer Center researchers identified a protein that could be key to developing new treatments for triple-negative breast cancer.

Lt. Gov. Coleman highlights cancer education and prevention, Markey programs

Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman visited Albert B. Chandler Hospital to recognize the importance of cancer education and prevention in the Commonwealth and highlight two innovative UK Markey Cancer Center programs.

Dr. Courtney Perry receives award recognizing her work on health disparities in Appalachia

Perry, whose research is focused on health outcomes and disparities in Appalachia, has been awarded the Qorus Pfizer Health Equity Award.

UK Center on Trauma and Children celebrates 25 years of translational research

The UK Center on Trauma and Children, housed in the UK College of Medicine, is celebrating its 25th anniversary of transforming the lives of those affected by trauma.

10 students selected as 5-Minute Fast Track Research Competition finalists

Undergraduate finalists will present their research in five minutes in front of a panel of judges and a live audience using only a single static slide.