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.
'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.
Surgery, Biomedical Engineering departments promote research collaborations at special grand rounds
By Josh Shepherd
Faculty from the UK Departments of Surgery and Biomedical Engineering provided general reviews of past and ongoing collaborative research initiatives at a special Surgery Grand Rounds presentation in November.
Dr. Jay Vornhagen Seminar
Science Communication Fellow Dr. Zach DeVries' Discusses How Human Skin Lipids Repel Bed Bugs in Pest Control Technology
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 8, 2021)- University of Kentucky entomology researchers have found that skin triglycerides, or lipids, prevent bed bugs from staying very long on human hosts. Their finding could lead to new management strategies for this important human pest.
Opportunity Open for Appalachian Students Interested in Cancer-Focused Careers
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 9, 2021) — Appalachian Kentucky high school and undergraduate students enrolled at the University of Kentucky who are interested in pursuing a cancer-focused career have the opportunity to gain cancer research, clinical, outreach and education experiences.
Spiny Mice Can Repair Damaged Cardiac Tissue
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 9, 2021) — Spiny mice, known for their unique ability to regrow lost skin, may also be able to preserve injured cardiac tissue according to a new study conducted by a research team from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and College of Arts and Sciences.
