UK Research

Helping the heart heal itself. Vincent Venditto and Dave Feola with @UK_COP, have been awarded a $1 million grant from the @NIH to develop a new therapy for one of the most dangerous consequences of a heart attack: post-heart attack inflammation. research.uky.edu/news/helping-h…

David Feola, a professor with @UK_COP, has been honored as a 2025-26 University Research Professor. Dr. Feola's research uses macrophages — a type of immune cell that fights bacteria and viruses — to impact diseases where inflammation affects the body. research.uky.edu/news/david-feo…

Excited to share about our ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand reopening of our newly renovated research facility, marking a major milestone in our decades-long mission to advance brain health and aging research! uknow.uky.edu/research/uk-sa… @ResearchKY @NeuroscienceRPA…

M. Paul Murphy, professor with @UKYMedicine, has been honored as a 2025-26 University Research Professor. Dr. Murphy has focused his recent research on how sleep and metabolism affect Alzheimer's disease, and how aging and poor sleep may harm women. research.uky.edu/news/m-paul-mu…

Researchers at @UKYMedicine, @ukyengineering and @michiganstateu are teaming up to develop cutting-edge simulations of heart disease progression. The @NSF awarded UK and MSU a four-year, $1.2 million collaborative grant. Click to learn more. research.uky.edu/news/uk-engine…

Interior design decisions impact how people move through the world and can either support or limit access, dignity and belonging. The In:Access studio at @ukcod prepares students to become thoughtful, socially responsible designers. research.uky.edu/news/uk-interi…

Kenneth S. Campbell, professor at @UKYMedicine, has been honored as a 2025-26 University Research Professor. Campbell’s research bridges scientific gaps between clinical care and the heart’s function with the goal of improving patient care. research.uky.edu/news/kenneth-s…

In a new study, @UKAgriculture researchers show that small-scale wetlands can help clean up a mix of farm runoff, personal care products and other harmful chemicals. These wetlands can reduce “forever chemicals” and nutrients that fuel algal blooms. research.uky.edu/news/uk-greenh…

Michael D. Murray, professor at @ukcollegeoflaw, has been honored as a 2025-26 University Research Professor. Murray is internationally recognized in four disciplines: AI and the law; art law; IP law; and legal rhetoric and communication. research.uky.edu/news/michael-d…

University of Kentucky investigators received $496.9 million in grants and contracts to support their research in FY25, a 1.7% increase over the previous year. Learn more: research.uky.edu/news/record-re…

Nicholas Heebner, associate professor at @ukchs and director of @uksmri, has been honored as a 2025-26 University Research Professor. Heebner’s research focuses on injuries among high-performing athletes, members of the military and first responders. research.uky.edu/news/nicholas-…

Applications for the UK Sustainability Challenge Grant Program are being accepted now through Sept. 12. Total project funds available are expected to be $130,000 with individual projects eligible to receive up to $50,000. research.uky.edu/news/applicati…

Before donning a lab coat at @UKSBCoA, Ryan Shahidehpour, PhD, was lacing up boxing gloves and facing off in lacrosse matches. Learn how his experience in these sports sparked Shahidehpour's curiosity in brain health. research.uky.edu/news/former-bo…

Donna Kwon, professor of ethnomusicology at the UK College of Fine Arts, has been honored as a 2025-26 University Research Professor. Kwon’s research explores Korean music, East Asian and Asian-American pop, site-specific performance, embodiment and more. research.uky.edu/news/donna-kwo…

Zach Agioutantis, of the Department of Mining Engineering at @ukyengineering, has been honored as a 2025-26 University Research Professor. He is currently working on two major research areas in the field of mining: ground control and equipment automation. research.uky.edu/news/zach-agio…

Matthew Kim is one of this year’s distinguished Great Teacher Award recipients. The three-time nominee for UK’s Excellent Undergraduate Research Mentor Award says supporting his students is at the heart of his teaching mission. research.uky.edu/news/2025-grea…

Neal Hutchens, professor with @UKCollegeofEd, has been honored as a 2025-26 University Research Professor. Hutchens’ research involves the intersections of higher education law, policy and practice. research.uky.edu/news/neal-hutc…

On July 18, @KY_NSF_EPSCoR will hold a screening of two documentaries that show how communities have endured weather-related catastrophes and the ongoing work to be better prepared for future disasters. Learn more and get tickets now: research.uky.edu/news/ky-nsf-ep…

Zada Komara, a Senior Lewis Lecturer with @UKYHonors, is one of nine winners to receive the University of Kentucky’s 2025 Outstanding Teaching Awards. Click to learn about her unique approach to student-directed research and teaching in the classroom. research.uky.edu/news/2025-outs…

The recent Robin Ridge Farms Field Day event in Bourbon County, with support from @UKExtension, gave participants a closer look at how the farm is using water conservation practices to manage winter feeding, water access and address soil erosion challenges.research.uky.edu/news/putting-a…