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UK Innovate hosts signature events that bring together researchers, entrepreneurs and industry leaders to drive innovation, recognize achievements and foster collaboration. From tackling Kentucky’s biggest challenges to celebrating groundbreaking discoveries and empowering women innovators, these events showcase the power of research-driven impact.

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Kentucky Innovator Challenge

A one-day summit uniting leaders in business, service organizations and higher education to identify Kentucky’s most pressing challenges and explore collaborative solutions through research and innovation.

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Patent Palooza!

A celebration of UK innovators, recognizing achievements in intellectual property, commercialization, SBIR/STTR awards and entrepreneurship over the past fiscal year.

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UK Women Innovators Network (UKWIN)

Empowering women in innovation by providing networking opportunities, leadership development and resources to support their role in the commercialization process.

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