We are committed to nurturing future leaders in the field and actively engaging with the community. Drawing upon diverse expertise in immunology, microbiology, epidemiology, behavioral sciences, veterinary sciences, engineering, systems biology, communication, and global engagement, we strive for ground-breaking discoveries. Moreover, we recognize the importance of addressing vaccine hesitancy and misinformation, thereby fostering trust between the scientific community and the residents of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Ultimately, our mission encompasses not only advancing knowledge but also imparting essential skills to the next generation of scientists 

Research Areas

Leadership
 

Ilhem Messaoudi Powers, PhD

Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics
Consortium for Understanding and Reducing Infectious Diseases in Kentucky
Positions Held:
  • Consortium Chair
  • Chair, Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics, UK College of Medicine
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David S. Burgess, PharmD, FCCP, FIDP

UK College of Pharmacy
Positions Held:
  • Professor and Chair, Pharmacy Practice and Science
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Steven Van Lanen, PhD

UK College of Pharmacy
Positions Held:
  • Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences Department

Rebecca Dutch, PhD

Office of Research
Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry
Positions Held:
  • Professor
  • Vice Dean for Research

Beth Garvy, PhD

Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics
Office of Biomedical Education
Positions Held:
  • Professor
  • Senior Associate Dean for Biomedical Education

Richard Greenberg, MD

Internal Medicine
Positions Held:
  • Professor, Infectious Diseases
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Krystle A. Lang Kuhs, PhD, MPH

UK College of Public Health
Positions Held:
  • Associate Professor, Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health
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Feng Li, DVM, PhD

UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment
Positions Held:
  • William Robert Mills Chair in Equine Infectious Disease
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Vincent Venditto, PhD

UK College of Pharmacy
Positions Held:
  • Associate Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences Department

I am thrilled by the boundless possibilities our collaborative efforts promise at the University of Kentucky. With a steadfast commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering transdisciplinary alliances, we aim to propel infectious disease research to new heights, creating a healthier Kentucky and nurturing future scientific leaders.

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Ilhem Powers Messaoudi, PhD
Chair, Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics; Founder of CURE-KY

Contact:

Stacy Underwood

Administrative Support Associate I

859-323-8967
stacy.underwood2@uky.edu
MS-409 Med Science Bldg
800 Rose St
Lexington, KY 40536