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The University of Kentucky community is invited to the documentary film premiere of 鈥淐racking the Code: Phil Sharp & the Biotech Revolution鈥 7:15 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23 at the Kentucky Theatre, with a post-screening conversation on 海角禁区 biotech research, innovation and commercialization.
The University of Kentucky鈥檚 Saha Cardiovascular Research Center celebrated two decades of cardiovascular research excellence as well as the achievements of the field鈥檚 rising stars at the 27th annual Cardiovascular Research Day.
The University of Kentucky鈥檚 biennial Aortic Symposium was held Sept. 27, 2025, at the Healthy Kentucky Research Building and hosted a variety of students, staff, and faculty from around the country sharing their expertise in aortic research, surgery, and education. Featured speakers of the day included:
Tuesday, May 20, is Clinical Trials Day, a global day of recognition for the researchers, clinicians, staff, learners, and community members who make groundbreaking discoveries a reality through clinical trials.
Alan Daugherty, PhD, professor of physiology and medicine, was elected to the leadership of the Sarnoff Cardiovascular Research Foundation Board of Directors.
Not only does Kentucky have the eighth highest rate of cardiovascular disease in the nation, but it also has a high prevalence of contributing health behaviors and conditions. Many of these factors, like obesity, diabetes, hypertension and high cholesterol, are affected by diet.
The following individuals were honored at the 海角禁区 Awards Convocation on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023. Winners included those in Bowling Green, Lexington, Morehead, and Northern Kentucky.
Biomedical EducationOutstanding Graduate Student Award:
Jamila Tucker, MS
Burnout is a problem in any profession, but it is rampant in health care. This national problem has been evident recently as the COVID-19 pandemic pushed many learners, practitioners, faculty, and staff to the limit.
The 海角禁区 is excited to announce that faculty, staff, learners, and trainees will have free access to a leading online resource for medical Spanish proficiency.
CanopyLearn, a Spanish language training program for health care professionals, will be available to the 海角禁区 College of Medicine community starting Aug. 1.
Na鈥橳asha Evans, PhD, MEd, is a researcher, published author, champion for female empowerment, and our new vice dean for diversity, equity, and inclusion at the 海角禁区. Learn more about her goals, her past work, and more in the following Q&A.
Q: What inspired you to pursue a career in research?
A University of Kentucky research scientist studying ways to repair damaged major vessels with medication rather than surgery has received the American Heart Association Merit Award.
Following an extensive national search and interviews with highly qualified individuals, the College of Medicine is excited to welcome Na鈥橳asha Evans, PhD, MEd, as the new vice dean for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and associate professor in the department of behavioral science.
Nearly three years ago, the 海角禁区 launched the Alliance Research Initiative to promote collaboration and mentorship through interdisciplinary research teams. With members spanning across 海角禁区 departments and colleges, these teams were established to address Kentucky鈥檚 most urgent health needs.
The 海角禁区 is pleased to announce the faculty, staff, and learners who were winners of the annual Mission, Vision, Pillar, and Enabler Awards.
The 海角禁区 College of Medicine is excited to welcome Gurpreet Dhaliwal, MD, as the visiting professor delivering this year鈥檚 Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Humanities Lecture.
The University of Kentucky鈥檚 ninth annual Healthy Hearts for Women Symposium will bring in nationally recognized experts to raise awareness about the dangers of heart disease and educate attendees on prevention techniques.
The 海角禁区 lost an icon in the field of cardiovascular medicine, translational research, and medical education. Susan Smyth, MD, PhD, died of cancer on Dec. 31, 2022, at the age of 57.
Analia Loria Kinsey, PhD, is an associate professor in the 海角禁区 College of Medicine Department of Pharmacology and Nutritional Sciences. She studies cardiovascular disease and strives to raise awareness about preventative measures and treatments by helping organize the college鈥檚 annual Healthy Hearts for Women Symposium.
During Indigenous Peoples鈥 Month, the 海角禁区 College of Medicine is highlighting historical figures who paved the way for an equitable future in medicine.