University of Kentucky hosts Mass Timber in Appalachia Conference, showcasing innovation and sustainability

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 26, 2025

A major conference highlight is the growing recognition that mass timber offers a cleaner, quicker and potentially more cost-effective alternative to traditional construction materials like steel and concrete.

‘Pearls of wisdom’: Hardin County farmer receives 2025 UK Grain Crops Science Service Award

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 25, 2025

This year’s award recognized Richard Preston for decades of service to advancing grain crops research in Kentucky agriculture.

Celebrating 160 years of the University of Kentucky—rooted in agriculture, service to the Commonwealth

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on Feb. 21, 2025

The college that became the University of Kentucky was founded in 1865, following the passage of the Morrill Act that established land-grant institutions.

University of Kentucky Food as Health Alliance hosts first annual symposium

By Grace Sowards
Published on Feb. 19, 2025

The Food as Health Alliance at UK seeks to combine clinical and community research to combat food insecurity and diet-sensitive chronic disease in Kentucky.

University of Kentucky program grows future leaders and professionals through teaching and mentorship

By Zoey Ortega
Published on Feb. 18, 2025

The University of Kentucky AFE 100 peer instructors program provides students a valuable experience to expand their leadership skills through teaching, mentorship and supporting incoming students.

Field Day to showcase fragipan remediation and soil health solutions

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 17, 2025

At the March 13 event, University of Kentucky researchers will feature field-based methods and solutions on fragipan soils, which impacts millions in Kentucky and beyond.

UK researchers develop greener, more sustainable ways to recover metals from electronic waste

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 13, 2025

University of Kentucky researchers are changing the traditional ways of recycling methods for electronic waste, that often rely on harsh chemicals and energy-intensive processes.

Integrated Pest Management Virtual Training School set for March 12

By Christopher Carney
Published on Feb. 12, 2025

Specialists will share the latest in integrated pest management research, trends and new technology, including drones.

Make plans to attend the 48th Annual Kentucky Turf and Landscape Management Short Course

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Feb. 11, 2025

The course is one of the premier turf and landscape management events in Kentucky, featuring a host of national speakers.

University of Kentucky’s Housing Engagement and Research Initiative launches statewide resource hub online

By Christopher Carney
Published on Feb. 10, 2025

The new website provides one place for Kentucky resources and data to help address the housing supply, access statewide.