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A new training program at the University of Kentucky is helping recent graduates take the next step toward careers in Al...
09/23/2026

A new training program at the University of Kentucky is helping recent graduates take the next step toward careers in Alzheimer's disease and aging research.

The Kentucky Alzheimer's Disease Research Training and Education Program (KYAD-PREP) offers paid, full-time research positions, mentorship, coursework and professional development for aspiring scientists. Participants work directly with leading researchers at the UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging, gaining experience in laboratory, clinical and community-based research while exploring future career opportunities.

Learn how the program is preparing the next generation of researchers and clinicians dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias: https://research.uky.edu/news/new-sanders-brown-program-helps-recent-graduates-explore-careers-alzheimers-research

Could a new diagnostic approach help uncover hidden brain cancers sooner?Jay Avasarala, a neurologist in the UK College ...
09/23/2026

Could a new diagnostic approach help uncover hidden brain cancers sooner?

Jay Avasarala, a neurologist in the UK College of Medicine, has proposed a workflow that adds cerebrospinal fluid liquid biopsy testing for certain patients with suspected autoimmune encephalitis. The goal is to help physicians detect underlying cancers earlier when symptoms and test results can closely resemble inflammatory brain disorders.

Learn more about this promising research and its potential impact on patient care: https://research.uky.edu/news/uk-neurologist-proposes-new-approach-help-detect-hidden-brain-cancers-earlier

Families raising autistic children often face unique challenges, but new research from the UK College of Education shows...
09/22/2026

Families raising autistic children often face unique challenges, but new research from the UK College of Education shows that's only part of the story

Researchers found these families report higher stress levels while also demonstrating greater resilience through everyday problem-solving, communication and adaptability. The findings highlight the importance of both practical support and recognition of the strengths families develop along the way.

Learn how UK researchers are helping create a deeper understanding of family experiences and well-being. https://research.uky.edu/news/uk-study-finds-families-raising-autistic-children-show-resilience-alongside-higher-stress

University of Kentucky researchers are helping scientists see the brown rat genome in greater detail than ever before.Sc...
09/21/2026

University of Kentucky researchers are helping scientists see the brown rat genome in greater detail than ever before.

Scientists at the UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment helped develop a nearly complete genetic map of the brown rat, a species that has been used to study human health and disease for more than a century. Using newer DNA sequencing technology, researchers assembled 16 of the rat's 22 chromosomes from end to end without gaps and uncovered genetic information that had previously been difficult to read.

By comparing genomes from eight laboratory rat strains, the team also identified differences in regions associated with the immune system. A clearer understanding of these genetic differences could help scientists choose better models for research and better interpret findings related to human disease.

🔗 Learn more: https://research.uky.edu/news/uk-scientists-build-most-complete-genetic-map-brown-rat

A tick bite can change the way someone eats, shops and even takes medications.Alpha-gal syndrome is a tick-borne food al...
09/17/2026

A tick bite can change the way someone eats, shops and even takes medications.

Alpha-gal syndrome is a tick-borne food allergy that can cause reactions to mammalian meat and other mammal-derived ingredients. With Kentucky among the states hardest hit by the condition, dieticians from the UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment are working to make managing it a little easier.

A new nutrition-focused review led by Abbigail Pace, offers a tiered approach to eliminating foods based on an individual's sensitivity rather than automatically avoiding all mammal-derived products. The guide also covers safer protein options, food-label reading and ingredients that may contain alpha-gal.

Pace's advice for those newly diagnosed:"Be prepared, not scared."

Read how UK experts are helping patients navigate this increasingly common allergy: https://research.uky.edu/news/uk-dietitians-release-1st-nutrition-focused-guide-alpha-gal-syndrome

09/16/2026

Artificial intelligence is raising new questions for the legal profession, from how AI can assist lawyers and law students to how courts should address challenges like increasingly convincing deepfakes.

Michael Murray, professor and researcher with the University of Kentucky J. David Rosenberg College of Law, is researching the intersection of law and AI, including the emerging legal issues surrounding generative and agentic AI. Through UK’s CURATE program, his work has also explored the potential of AI tutors to strengthen legal education.

See how his research is helping shape conversations about the future of legal practice and education.

🔗 Read more: https://research.uky.edu/news/uk-researcher-helps-shape-future-ai-legal-practice-and-education

Researchers at the University of Kentucky Pigman College of Engineering are helping advance the future of mining through...
09/11/2026

Researchers at the University of Kentucky Pigman College of Engineering are helping advance the future of mining through a new national initiative supported by the U.S. Department of Energy.

The project will create a testing ground where researchers and industry leaders can develop and evaluate technologies such as autonomous vehicles, secure wireless communications, equipment monitoring and AI-driven tools in real-world mining environments.

The initiative aims to improve safety, increase operational awareness and prepare the next generation of mining professionals through hands-on training and research opportunities.

Read more: https://research.uky.edu/news/uk-selected-help-advance-doe-mine-future-initiative

How can farmers prepare for and navigate a challenging farm economy?Agricultural economists from the UK Martin-Gatton Co...
09/10/2026

How can farmers prepare for and navigate a challenging farm economy?

Agricultural economists from the UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment helped develop a new regional guide, Surviving the Farm Economy Downturn: 2026 Update, offering practical recommendations for managing costs, communicating with lenders, evaluating risk and building long-term resilience.

The resource reflects a collaborative effort among agricultural economists across the Southeast and highlights the expertise of UK researchers working to support producers and agricultural communities.

Learn more: https://research.uky.edu/news/uk-agricultural-economists-offer-new-guidance-collaborative-farmer-resource

🚀 University of Kentucky researchers are helping advance the future of space exploration.Dan Fries, assistant professor ...
09/09/2026

🚀 University of Kentucky researchers are helping advance the future of space exploration.

Dan Fries, assistant professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering in the University of Kentucky Pigman College of Engineering, has received a prestigious NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Early Career Faculty Award for a three-year project focused on understanding the extreme conditions spacecraft encounter during atmospheric entry.

Fries will develop a laser-based measurement system designed to capture detailed information about high-temperature plasma flows, helping researchers better predict heat transfer and chemical reactions during spacecraft reentry. The work could improve thermal protection systems, reduce spacecraft design costs and increase mission reliability.

The project also will provide hands-on research opportunities for doctoral students and leverage UK’s internationally recognized HELMUT and KASPAR plasma wind tunnel facilities.

Read more: https://research.uky.edu/news/uk-aerospace-engineering-researcher-earns-nasa-early-career-faculty-award

Researchers from the UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment are studying how wild mice contribute...
09/04/2026

Researchers from the UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment are studying how wild mice contribute to tick populations and the spread of tick-borne diseases across different Kentucky landscapes.

Led by Hannah Tiffin, and supported by the UK Student Sustainability Council, the project is helping establish critical baseline data on tick species, host animals and disease risks throughout the Commonwealth. The research also provides hands-on training opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students in ecology, wildlife management and veterinary entomology.

The team is evaluating innovative mouse nesting boxes as a potential low-labor tool for tick surveillance, with the long-term goal of supporting broader community-based monitoring efforts across Kentucky.

Read more: https://research.uky.edu/news/tick-magnets-guide-uk-ecology-research-tool-testing-and-student-learning

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