Grad, Former Refugee Shows What’s Possible at UK
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 17, 2021) — At just 5 years old, Bisimwa “Jack” Nzerhumana saw things no human being, let alone a child, should ever have to see.
Born in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a country plagued for decades by civil war, political instability and exploitation, young Nzerhumana was exposed to horrific violence daily. At times, he and his family had to literally run for their lives.
Appalachian Community Health Days Extended to 2022 to Increase COVID-19 Vaccine Efforts in 32-County Region
HAZARD, Ky. (Dec.
Mountains of Waste Left by Kentucky Tornadoes May Pose Hazards 'Damaging to Human Health
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 16, 2021) - The mountain of waste and debris left behind by the swarm of tornadoes that ripped through Kentucky over the past weekend could pose hazards "that could be damaging to human health" for residents and those involved in the cleanup process.
Researchers Map Glycosylation Patterns Associated With Alzheimer’s Disease
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 16, 2021) — Using new methodology, University of Kentucky researchers have mapped the variations in sugar chains attached to brain proteins from deceased healthy individuals or individuals with Alzheimer’s disease.
Thus far, no effective treatments for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) are available. New approaches to preventing the progression of this devastating neurological disease are desperately needed.
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'Patients Always Remembered Seeing John': How Dr. DeMasi's Memory Lives on at UK
A young John DeMasi foreshadowed his career at 5 years old when he chose his first Halloween costume. Wearing green scrubs from a teddy bear and a stethoscope so big it dragged as he walked, he proudly impersonated a doctor.
Emily Scanlon Helps Students Play the Long Game in Their Medical Careers
For medical students, education doesn’t end with Match Day or graduation. It’s a lifelong journey full of continuous learning, skill advancement, and personal growth.
As director of student success, Emily Scanlon, MEd, has the responsibility of making sure the UK College of Medicine is supporting students during, and after, medical school so they are well prepared for the challenges ahead in their careers.
“I often work with students in specific situations or for individual needs, but almost everything we discuss can be applied to their future,” Scanlon said.
'Think Big, Then Think Bigger': How Dr. Gerhardt Conducts Innovative Neuroscience Research at UK
Greg Gerhardt, PhD, is a professor of neuroscience and researcher with the Spinal Cord and Brain Injury Research Center (SCoBIRC) and Brain Restoration Center, as well as advisor for the MD/PhD program. He currently serves as co-principal investigator for the Brain Restoration Alliance in Neurodegeneration (BRAIN). In the following Q&A, Dr. Gerhardt shares more about his current projects.
Q: Why did you want to pursue a career in neuroscience research?
'Behind the Blue': COVID-19 Update With Rebecca Dutch
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 13, 2021) — As the University of Kentucky nears the end of the Fall 2021 semester, COVID-19 infection rates have once again started to rise across the state. Now, a new variant, omicron, creates new set of challenges for the Commonwealth, country and world.
Brittany Dong & Mindy Thompson Receive The 2021 Hardin Award
On Friday, December 10 the 14th Annual Hardin Award was presented to two outstanding individuals: Brittany Dong & Mindy Thompson.
