Fading lights: Comprehensive study unveils multiple threats to North America’s firefly populations

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Apr. 29, 2024

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.

UK winery, former athletes partner to honor legacy of Black Kentuckians in horse racing

By Grace Sowards
Published on Apr. 26, 2024

With support from the University of Kentucky Horticulture Research Farm, alumni and former UK athletes Allen Carter and Leslie Nichols at Silver Springs Farm are making a sparkling wine to celebrate Black Kentuckians this Derby season – starting with Isaac Murphy.

University of Kentucky plant pathology researcher named AAAS Fellow

By Lindsay Travis and
Published on Apr. 25, 2024

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.

University of Kentucky researchers lead a national team, transforming solid waste into aviation fuel

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Apr. 25, 2024

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.

UK Land-grant Engagement Academy application now open

By Hayley Pierce
Published on Apr. 24, 2024

University of Kentucky welcomes all faculty and staff passionate about collaborative engagement work to apply for the second annual Land-grant Engagement Academy.

The culinary climb of University of Kentucky Iron Chef contestants

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Apr. 23, 2024

The Iron Chef competition is not just about seeing which team is best. It is about culinary growth.

Kentucky 4-H workshop teaches business, entrepreneurship skills to youth

By Grace Sowards
Published on Apr. 22, 2024

As the largest youth development organization in the United States and in Kentucky, 4- H is providing positive youth development experiences that last a lifetime.

UK hosts Wheat Field Day highlighting agricultural advances

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Apr. 22, 2024

Wheat Field Day 2024 brings together Kentucky farmers, producers and community members interested in learning more about wheat industry advancements.

UK alum, extension professor provides a Voice of Hope inside and outside of the classroom

By Grace Sowards
Published on Apr. 19, 2024

Alex Elswick overcame many of life’s obstacles to become a founding member of Voices of Hope, a recovery community organization in Lexington.

Kentucky SBDC awarded SBA grant, boosting new and existing childcare businesses in state

By Ryan Ferguson
Published on Apr. 18, 2024

The Kentucky Small Business Development Center was awarded a grant by the U.S. Small Business Administration – bolstering resources for new and existing childcare businesses in Kentucky.