Matthew Gentry: Biofuels, Epilepsy and Science Advocacy
By Vice President for Research Lisa Cassis Thursday
In May, it was my distinct pleasure to present Matthew Gentry with a University Research Professorship award. He was one of 16 faculty, selected by their own colleges, who have demonstrated excellence in scholarship and creative work that addresses scientific, social, cultural and economic challenges in our region and around the world.
Updated F&A Rates Announced for Clinical Trials
Facilities and Administrative Cost (F&A) Rates
F&A Rate for Industry-funded Clinical Trials
Perry County Stroke Support Group Joins National Registry
MEDIA CONTACT: Beth Bowling, beth.bowling@uky.edu, 606-439-3557
Li Named Director of Office of Value and Innovation in Healthcare Delivery
Two from Department of Surgery accept new positions
Lee Carol Greenwell dedicated 15 years of service to the University of Kentucky’s Division of General Surgery, and nearly two decades to the University of Kentucky; she has accepted a position outside the University as an Executive Administrative Assistant. Though l |
Owensboro Health Joins UK Markey Research Network
Owensboro Health has joined the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center Research Network (MCCRN).
With this new relationship, patients in Western Kentucky and Southern Indiana will have easier access to innovative clinical research studies. Areas of research will include epidemiology, prevention and early detection of cancer. Markey Cancer Center is a National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center, which will open up NCI-led trials in addition to MCCRN trials.
General Surgery residents name 2017 award honorees
During the annual General Surgery Resident Roast last June, the resident classes named the following faculty and residents for 2017 awards.
Physician-Pharmacist Teams Benefit Brain Health in Older Patients
New findings from University of Kentucky faculty published in Alzheimer’s Research and Therapy demonstrate the value of physician-pharmacist teams in providing elderly care.
Dr. Cartwright earns runner-up finish in 2017 ICS research competition
Dr. Tessa Cartwright, chief fellow in the University of Kentucky’s division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, took second place honors in the 2017 Research Scholarship Competition sponsored by the International College of Surgeons – US Section (ICS-US) on Saturday, June 17 in Seattle.
The competition was one of several events held during the ICS-US’ Annual Surgical Update over the weekend.
Do You Have More Than One eRA Commons Account?
NIH is working to improve the accuracy and reliability of its eRA Commons data. As part of this process, they are reviewing accounts with the intent to maintain only one account per investigator. eRA Commons allows investigators to have multiple roles within the same account, thus eliminating the need for duplicate accounts. Starting in late July, NIH will begin sending notifications to individuals who likely have more than one eRA Commons account. The contact will come in the form of an email which will provide instructions for selecting the preferred account.