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Molly Lobel in Tayo Adedokun's poultry lab

UK pre-vet senior finds, shares the joy in undergraduate research

Words: Bailey Vandiver (Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment) Photos: Sabrina Hounshell (Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment) Dec 17, 2024

Molly Lobel finds “joy and pride” in the research she does at the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. “It’s kind of like your baby,” said Lobel, who is a senior studying animal science on a pre-veterinary track.

URA Applications open Feb 1 and close March 31

2025-26 Undergraduate Research Ambassador Program

Feb 1, 2025, 1:00 AM – Mar 31, 2025, 11:55 PM

Become a Research Ambassador! What are the benefits of being a Research Ambassador?• Build presentation and verbal communication skills• Gain valuable experience and recognition for promoting a highly valued undergraduate program• Be a leader in a community of researchers• Have an opportunity to share research experience with peers, staff, and faculty, and potential new students• Gain networking opportunities

URA Interest Session March 4 at 5:30 pm in 103 JSB

Research Ambassador Interest Session

Mar 4, 2025, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

RESEARCH AMBASSADOR INTEREST SESSION Mandatory that applicants attend the Interest Session Current ambassadors will discuss the ambassador program, eligibility requirements, and benefits. Q&A session to follow the presentation. March 4 at 5:30 PM / Room 103 Jacobs Science Building Registration Link Coming Soon

From left, Ryan Brennan, Nikitha Dharanipragada, Ava Kruse and Sarisha Lohano. Photos provided.

Physiology Scholars Program welcomes new cohort focused on biomedical research

By Lindsay Travis Nov 27, 2024

Read UKNow article LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov. 27, 2024) — The University of Kentucky’s Department of Physiology has welcomed a new cohort of undergraduate students for the Physiology Scholars Program.

19th Annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

REGISTER: Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

Mar 1, 2025, 12:00 AM – Apr 1, 2025, 11:55 PM

This year’s 19th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars is on Wednesday, April 30, 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.

PUBLISH YOUR RESEARCH: Aperture Journal of Undergraduate Research

Oct 15, 2024, 12:00 AM – Feb 15, 2025, 11:55 PM

Aperture is an open-access, interdisciplinary, peer and expert reviewed student journal at the University of Kentucky. The journal’s primary mission is to make more visible the rich and diverse scholarship conducted by University of Kentucky undergraduates and promote the advancement of knowledge by publishing reports of their unique experiential endeavors.

UK alum Rosemary Calabro working in the Multifunctional Materials Lab at West Point

After UK, chemistry doctoral graduate pursues nanoparticle research at West Point

By Jennifer T. Allen Nov 22, 2024

LEXINGTON, Ky. – Rosemary Calabro found her love of research as an undergrad examining nanoparticles in materials chemistry. After graduating with her bachelor’s degree from Indiana University in Bloomington, she applied to many graduate schools searching for the perfect fit. That’s when she found professors Doo Young Kim and Dong-Sheng Yang at the University of Kentucky.

2024 Oswald Research and Creativity Competition winners announced

By Zoey Schwartz Nov 22, 2024

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov. 22, 2024) — The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research recently announced the 22 undergraduate winners of the 60th annual Oswald Research and Creativity Awards. Chad Risko, faculty director of the Office of Undergraduate Research, and research ambassadors celebrated the winners and presented the awards.

Writing a Strong Research Proposal

Feb 6, 2025, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Writing a Research Proposal Workshop Don't let an unpolished proposal hold you back from a research experience! Your research proposal is the heart of your application. This workshop will teach you the basics of writing a successful proposal. Start early so that you have time to incorporate faculty feedback.

Workshop: Abstract Writing

Feb 18, 2025, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Abstract Writing Workshop is designed to help students prepare professional, succinct, and convincing abstracts. The abstract writing workshop includes information on: What exactly is an abstract? How do I write one? What information do I include? What information do I exclude? Join us for a fun and engaging Abstract Writing Workshop hosted by the Undergraduate Research Ambassadors. Open to all UK students. Appropriate for all disciplines.

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