University Research Professors Panel Discussion Series

The Office of the Vice President for Research is organizing a series of panel discussions showcasing the 2023-24 University Research Professors, select Tuesdays throughout the academic year from 12-1pm.  Click here to learn more about the University Research Professorship program. The discussions will be hybrid (both in-person and online via zoom).

Zoom: https://uky.zoom.us/j/81684233088     Meeting ID: 816 8423 3088     Phone: +1 301 715 8592 (US Toll)

2023-2024 University Research Professors Panel Discussion Series

• September 12, 2023 
  • "Discoveries and applications of genetic factors in disease, treatment and recovery" 
    • Presenters: Luciana Shaddox (College of Dentistry), Feng Li (CAFÉ), Ann C. Morris (A&S), Matthew Hoch (College of Health Sciences)
• October 10, 2023 
  • "New discoveries, potential treatments and communication approaches to Alzheimer’s disease"
    • Presenters: Christopher M. Norris (College of Medicine), Björn Bauer (College of Pharmacy), Allison Gordon (College of Communication and Information)
• November 14, 2023 
  • "Engaging communities to support health promotion across the lifespan"
    • Presenters: Melinda J. Ickes (College of Education), Erin N. Haynes (College of Public Health), William Stoops (College of Medicine)
• February 6, 2024 (Note: this month's meeting will take place in room 150, Healthy Kentucky Research Building. Advanced registration is required for in-person attendance and limited to 50 attendees.)
  • "The impact of intelligent control and performance in research across disciplines"
    • Presenters: YuMing Zhang (College of Engineering), Brian Murtha (Gatton College of Business and Economics), Ron Zimmer (Graduate School)
• April 30, 2024 (Note: this month's meeting will take place in room 150, Healthy Kentucky Research Building. Advanced registration is required for in-person attendance and limited to 50 attendees.)
  • "UK’s inclusive culture of research success across our wide range of disciplines"
    • Presenters: Crystal Wilkinson (A&S), Dieter Hennings Yeomans (College of Fine Arts), Michael McKay (College of Design)