News Archive: Research
University of Kentucky launches program to address water resources and sustainable engineering challenges in Appalachia

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Jordan Strickler
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The project is designed to engage undergraduate students from underrepresented groups in STEM in vital Appalachian water research.
UK researcher named an inspiring woman in plant biology

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Lindsay Travis
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Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment researcher Aardra Kachroo was recently nominated for her work on plant immunity.
University of Kentucky, Purdue University helping increase "green" maple syrup production

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Jordan Strickler
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The multi-university study will focus on sustainable, scalable practices such as energy-efficient production and sustainable forest management.
Fading lights: Comprehensive study unveils multiple threats to North America’s firefly populations

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Jordan Strickler
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As cities grow, they encroach on firefly natural habitats reducing their populations. A multi-university study is hoping to begin reversing the decline of this critical insect.
University of Kentucky researchers lead a national team, transforming solid waste into aviation fuel

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Jordan Strickler
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Awarded $2.12 million from the DOE, a UK researcher is leading a multi-institutional team to create sustainable jet fuel while reducing landfill waste.
University of Kentucky plant pathology researcher named AAAS Fellow

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Lindsay Travis
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UK plant pathology researcher Pradeep Kachroo was recently named an American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellow, a prestigious lifetime recognition within the scientific community.
Eclipse watch 2024: A University of Kentucky call to observe livestock and wildlife behavior

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Jordan Strickler
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During the solar eclipse on April 8, the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment calls on citizens to log observations to better understand the relationship between cosmic events and animals.
Kentucky Tick Surveillance Project accepting submissions, advancing public health research and safety

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Jordan Strickler
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The Kentucky Tick Surveillance Project, housed in the University of Kentucky’s Department of Entomology, offers a unique opportunity for the community to contribute to tickborne disease understanding — furthering public health research in the state.
Making horse racing safer in Kentucky and beyond: How new tools could revolutionize the game

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Jordan Strickler
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More accessible racing surface tools can make Thoroughbred racing safer for both horses and jockeys.
Innovative plant fertilization study awarded significant NSF grant, setting stage for future agricultural advancements

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Jordan Strickler
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A University of Kentucky researcher's work in unlocking the secrets of plant fertilization could provide insight to improve crop production in a changing global environment.