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A&S grants to undergraduate researchers stimulate collaborations with faculty

By Richard LeComte
 Jul 14, 2022
Research Spotlight, Summer Research, Faculty Mentor, Student Success

Lily Vossekuil, Elizabeth Lorch and children working to improve their comprehension came together in the summer of 2021 to show how undergraduates and faculty can collaborate on research that benefits the Kentucky community. 

Berina Halilovic

Berina Halilovic Summer Research Fellow 2022

Jul 13, 2022
Summer Research Fellow Spotlight

Research Project Title: "Characterization of the T253I germline tp53 mutation identified in a patient with adrenocortical carcinoma." Brief Project Description: "There is a patient that was found with this mutation but it has not been characterized. The research goes into finding out whether this mutation is related to her adrenocortical carcinoma." Q. FINISH THIS SENTENCE:   "I enjoy research because....." A. "I'm able to expand my knowledge within science and be able to find answers that can bring life-changing solutions to healthcare."

UK horticulture professor Garrett Owen works with UT plant science senior William Smith to study hydroponic lettuce at the UK Horticultural Research Farm

Rivalry Aside, UK and UT Undergrads Study Hydroponic Lettuce

By Aimee Nielson
 Jul 12, 2022
Research Spotlight, Summer Research

LEXINGTON, Ky. (July 12, 2022) —The relationship between the University of Kentucky and the University of Tennessee is commonly seen as a sports rivalry, but not for some undergraduate agriculture students who put the competition aside this summer to jointly study how light affects hydroponic lettuce.

Abdallah Farhan Sher

Abdallah Farhan Sher Summer Research Fellow 2022

Jul 8, 2022
Summer Research Fellow Spotlight

"Novel Model for Tau Protein Expression and Function: The Honeybee Brain." "Tau protein is highly implicated in the pathology of Alzheimer's disease. I will be exploring the use of honeybees, an insect with some unique properties when it comes to aging, to better understand the function of tau."   Q. FINISH THIS SENTENCE:   "I enjoy research because....." A. "I love to learn! Growing up, I was always fascinated by sciences, and being able to research allows me to be at the forefront of new discoveries and breakthroughs."

Madison Hayes

Madison Hayes Summer Research Fellow 2022

Jul 7, 2022
Summer Research Fellow Spotlight

"Post-Bariatric Surgery Intervention for Weight Maintenance in Appalachian Patients." "The goal of this project is to design appropriate intervention and support for post-operative bariatric Appalachian patients so that they may sustain weight loss and live heathy lifestyles."   Q. FINISH THIS SENTENCE:   "I enjoy research because....." A. "I enjoy research because I get to build relationships with faculty and staff at UK, while also making a difference in my community." Q. How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?

Slane Steen

Slane Steen Summer Research Fellow 2022

Jul 6, 2022
Summer Research Fellow Spotlight

"The effect of chronic methamphetamine administration on neural encoding of value." "My project focuses on uncovering the neural encoding of the valuation process that is central to the development of Substance Use Disorder. To that end, my experiment will compare changes in intracranial self stimulation (ICSS) threshold and isomorphic choice before and after methamphetamine locomotor sensitization as a proxy for Methamphetamine Use Disorder."   Q. FINISH THIS SENTENCE:   "I enjoy research because....."

Alana Kassis

Alana Kassis Summer Research Fellow 2022

Jul 5, 2022
Summer Research Fellow Spotlight

"In-Utero Morphine Exposure Induces Hypertension And Opioid-Receptor-Mediated Angiotensin II Sensitization"

Joshua Hales

Joshua Hales Summer Research Fellow 2022

Jul 1, 2022
Summer Research Fellow Spotlight

"Fentanyl Social Renewal." "The purpose of this project is to determine how social cues affect the renewal of fentanyl taking behavior after extinction. It is important because it contributes to the development of a preclinical model of post-rehabilitation relapse, a very serious epidemic."   Q. FINISH THIS SENTENCE:   "I enjoy research because....." A. "I love being part of a team and feeling like I am contributing something important to society." Q. How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?

Sireesha Gutti won first place at the regional fair with her project titled, "Sex Chromosomal Differences and Increased Leukemia Rates in Males."

Dunbar Students Sweep Regional Science Fair With Mentorship From Markey

By Dani Jaffe
 Jul 1, 2022
Research Spotlight, High School, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 30, 2022) — Earlier this year, three Lexington-native Paul Laurence Dunbar High School students earned first, second and third place overall at the 2022 Best of Fair regional science awards, all with training from University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center faculty members.

AARTS Chris and Ashley 2022 summer research

Two CPH students selected for the African American Research Training Scholars program

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Jul 1, 2022
Research Spotlight, Summer Research, Student Success

UK College of Public Health (CPH) students Christopher Otieno and Ashley Wright have been accepted to the Spinal Cord and Brain Injury Research Center (SCoBIRC) African American Research Training Scholars (AARTS) program, an opportunity to receive up to 12 months of funded research training in neurotrauma at the University of Kentucky’s College of Medicine.

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