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4th annual research expo offers research connections for UK undergraduates

By Haven L Patrick

Nov 9, 2023

Workshops, Research Spotlight, Summer Research, Information Session, Faculty Mentor

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov. 9, 2023) — The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) will host the fourth annual Research + Creative Experience Expo from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Jan. 16, 2024, at the Gatton Student Center Social Staircase. The event introduces undergraduates to the diversity of research at UK, allowing students to network with research faculty and staff, and learn about mentored research opportunities.

Beckman Scholar Hena Kachroo is researching biochemical approaches to address challenges of sustainable energy.

Beckman Scholars share success, invite undergrads to learn about prestigious program

By Lindsay Travis

Nov 3, 2023

Beckman Scholars, Research Spotlight, Summer Research, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov. 3, 2023) — From bettering life here on Earth to exploring what living off this planet could be like, Beckman Scholars at the University of Kentucky are advancing their branches of science through the prestigious program.

Six students, both undergraduate and graduate, were named winners of the third annual sustainability research poster competition.

OUR, UK Sustainability announce winners of research poster competition

By Jesi Jones-Bowman

Oct 20, 2023

Sustainability Research, Student Presentation, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 20, 2023) — The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research and UK Sustainability are honored to announce the six winners of the third annual sustainability research poster competition. The competition was held in conjunction with the annual UK Sustainability Showcase in the atrium of the Healthy Kentucky Research Building on Sept. 27.

Isha Chauhan DAAD Rise Astronaut Scholar

Award-winning summer: UK senior named Astronaut Scholar, DAAD RISE intern

By Whitney Hale

Oct 4, 2023

Research Abroad, Research Spotlight, Summer Research, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. x, 2023) — It has been an award-winning summer for one University of Kentucky senior — Isha Chauhan. The biology and Lewis Honors College student from La Grange, Kentucky, was named one of the country’s 68 prestigious Astronaut Scholarship recipients and completed a DAAD RISE research internship in Germany.

(Left to right:) Professor Jack Groppo, Lucas Bertucci and Zebulon Hart, the co-founders of Verdant Beneficiated Resources

New UK startup seeks to turn US trash into Kentucky treasure

By Dave Melanson

Sep 18, 2023

Sustainability Research, Research Spotlight, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 14, 2023) — Three members of the University of Kentucky family have launched an ambitious new startup company that they hope will build upon Kentucky’s proud energy legacy.

Lee T. Todd, Jr. Student Innovation Scholar Lucas Bertucci (left) with former UK President Lee T. Todd Jr., at the 2022 UK Sustainability Showcase. Photo provided by OUR.

Call for posters: UK Sustainability announces research poster competition

By: Haven L. Patrick

Sep 6, 2023

Sustainability Research, Student Presentation, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 6, 2023) — University of Kentucky graduate and undergraduate students are invited to submit an abstract and poster for the third annual sustainability research poster competition held in conjunction with the annual UK Sustainability Showcase on Sept. 27.

26 students selected for Undergraduate Research Ambassador program

By Jesi Jones-Bowman

Sep 5, 2023

Beckman Scholars, Ambassadors, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 5, 2023) — The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) at the University of Kentucky has selected 26 outstanding undergraduates for the 2023-24 Undergraduate Research Ambassador program.

graduate student Dr Hinds lab university of kentucky

In Hinds Lab, trainees gain experience with cutting-edge research

By Audrey Kirby

Aug 23, 2023

Research Spotlight, Faculty Mentor, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Aug. 23, 2023) — Terry Hinds, Ph.D., joined the University of Kentucky College of Medicine faculty with an impressive record of groundbreaking research and state-of-the-art specialized technology. He is not only advancing scientific discoveries at UK, but also helping more undergraduate students, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows gain early experience with high-impact work.

UK College of Social Work Student to Receive CSWE Community Partnership Action Award

UK College of Social Work

Aug 4, 2023

Research Spotlight, Student Success

UK College of Social Work Student to Receive CSWE Community Partnership Action Award The CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) Commission for Diversity and Social and Economic Justice has selected Kotomi Yokokura to receive their Community Partnership Action award.

DNYay! offers a comprehensive curriculum encompassing various engaging activities and experiments. Photo by Matt Barton, UK Agricultural Communications.

University of Kentucky's DNYay! genetics outreach program engages high school students Entomologist Nicholas Teets brings advanced genetics techniques and hands-on learning experiences to the classroom, fostering students’ interest in science.

By Jordan Strickler

Jun 22, 2023

Research Spotlight, Faculty Mentor, High School, Student Success

Lexington, Ky.— A University of Kentucky entomologist is embarking on a quest to help high school students unlock the mysteries of genetics. The project, led by assistant professor Nicholas Teets, brings advanced genetics techniques and hands-on learning experiences to the classroom, fostering students’ interest in science.

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University of Kentucky's DNYay! genetics outreach program engages high school students Entomologist Nicholas Teets brings advanced genetics techniques and hands-on learning experiences to the classroom, fostering students’ interest in science.

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