Physiology Research Day
Physiology Research Day 2026
Monday, October 26, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Grand Ballrooms
Gatton Student Center
University of Kentucky
160 Avenue of Champions Lexington, KY 40506-0676
Registration closes on October 21.
Research Showcase
Staff and trainees are invited to submit a brief abstract of their research. The Research Committee will select 9 abstracts to be presented as podium presentations. Deadline for abstract submissions is October 14. A cash prize of $300 each will be awarded to the selected abstracts.
Poster Sessions
Staff and trainees are invited to bring a poster highlighting their work. Posters will be presented in two sessions as part of a collaborative networking session. All Physiology Graduate Students are required to present a poster.
Event Highlights
AI Usage in Science
Cata Velez-Ortega will lead the group in a participatory discussion on how we use AI.
State of the Department
Alan Daugherty will provide an update on the status of the department.
Group Photo
We will update the departmental group photo. Don't miss your chance to be part of the history!
Networking Opportunities
Throughout the day, we will offer opportunities for you to expand your network and create new collaborations.
Schedule at a Glance
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 10:00 a.m. | Check In | Poster Set-Up |
| 10:30 a.m. | Opening Session with Cata Velez-Ortega and Scott Gordon |
| 10:45 a.m. | Research Showcase 1 |
| 11:30 a.m | AI Usage Questionnaire |
| 12:00 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:00 p.m | State of the Department and Presentation of Undergraduate Research Awards with Alan Daugherty |
| 1:15 p.m. | Research Showcase 2 |
| 2:00 p.m. | Group Photo |
| 2:15 p.m. | Break |
| 2:30 p.m. | Research Showcase 3 |
| 3:15 p.m. | Poster Session 1 | Networking Opportunities |
| 4:00 p.m. | Poster Session 2 | Networking Opportunities |
| 4:45 p.m. | Closing Remarks |