Student Presentation

Abraham Alhamdani

Mar 14, 2023

Abraham Alhamdani Junior, Neuroscience major Research Mentor: Dr. Julie Pendergast I enjoy research because.... "It allows me to make a unique impact on the world and my community." How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK? "The ability to pursue and troubleshoot a novel question that has never been investigated."

Chase Eastham

Mar 14, 2023

Chase Eastham Junior, Agricultural and Medical Biotechnology major Research Mentor: Dr. Peter Nagy I enjoy research because.... "I enjoy research because the process of converting well formulated hypotheses into conclusions supported by properly interpreted data requires hard work and brings me satisfaction." How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?

SJ Lycans

Mar 14, 2023

SJ Lycans Freshman, Chemical Engineering major Research Mentor: Dr. Rick Honaker I enjoy research because.... "It pushes me to solve problems and implement the classroom into real life." How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?

Elizabeth Rice

Mar 13, 2023

Elizabeth Rice Sophomore, Agricultural and Medical Biotechnology major Research Mentor: Dr. Luke Bradley I enjoy research because.... "I am able to apply the knowledge and skills I am learning in my classes to real world problems." How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?

Daniel Dailey

Mar 13, 2023

Daniel Dailey Senior, Chemical Engineering major, Mathematics minor, Certificates in Environmental Engineering, Power and Energy Research Mentor: Dr. Rick Honaker I enjoy research because.... "I get to explore questions without answers and share my findings with the community while working to address global issues." How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?

Sarah Foster

Mar 13, 2023

Sarah Foster Junior, Human Health Sciences major, Pharmacology minor Research Mentors: Dr. Yuan Wen & Dr. John McCarthy I enjoy research because.... "I enjoy research because of the wide variety of opportunities it may bring you. There are many different skill sets in the lab that can fit anybody's interests. You also are able to experience the science you learn about in class first hand."

Abigail Mortell

Mar 13, 2023

Abigail Mortell Senior, History major, Music Performance and International Studies minors Research Mentor: Dr. Jane E. Calvert I enjoy research because.... "I find history to be a very humbling and rewarding subject, one that increases my empathy while challenging my values and conceptions of the world, and my experience has been elevated through the internships and independent research projects I have been lucky to do."

Seun Adekunle presentation Showcase 2022 undergraduate research

Registration Now Open for Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

By Jesi Jones-Bowman Mar 2, 2023

LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 2, 2023) — As an R1 university — the Carnegie Classification for the most research-intensive higher education institutions in the U.S. — the University of Kentucky has a thriving undergraduate research program. UK students have many opportunities to pursue research projects in a wide range of disciplines that help to create a well-rounded student experience.

REGISTER: Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

Mar 1, 2023, 1:00 AM – Apr 1, 2023, 11:55 PM

This year’s 17th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars is on Wednesday, April 26, from 1 to 5:30 p.m. in the Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom. The Showcase is an opportunity for undergraduates to present their work through oral sessions, posters, artistic exhibits or performances. The event gives students from all disciplines a chance to engage in public outreach and polish their presentation skills. Peers, faculty and the local community are invited to come learn about the wide range of undergraduate research conducted at UK.

Danica Hak research ambassador design student

Undergraduate Research Celebrated at UK CURATE Event

by Michelle Aiello Feb 15, 2023

“Proscenium,” a research project by Danica Hak, an undergraduate in the School of Interiors at the College of Design and the Department of Theatre and Undergraduate Research Fellow, was recognized on January 19 at the CURATE Research Advisory Group (RAG) program sponsored by UK’s Office of the Vice President for Research.

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