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DOE funds UK research on critical materials for commercial fusion energy

The University of Kentucky has been selected to lead a project with $2.3 million in funding over four years from the U.S. Department of Energy Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) to develop next-generation materials critical to commercializing fusion power.

James F. Hardymon receives UK Founders Day Award

In honor of the University of Kentucky’s founding in 1865, the UK Alumni Association has named James F. Hardymon the recipient of the 2025 UK Founders Day Award. The award recognizes individuals who personify goodwill, service and dedication to the people of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.  

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Biomedical Engineering Showcase

During the 2025 Biomedical Engineering Showcase, you and your guests will meet current biomedical engineering students and faculty as you explore all that is wildly possible.

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Community invited to experience interactive E-Day celebrations Feb. 22

From building bridges and discovering medication to writing software — E-Day, hosted by the Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering, is the largest celebration of everything STEM in Kentucky. The self-paced open house will take place 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22.

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Jacksonville Jaguar keeps engineering in his head and Kentucky on his cleats

You might remember hearing about Luke Fortner, the UK graduate with two engineering degrees and an MBA, who was picked up by Jacksonville in the 2022 NFL draft. The former student-athlete was often described as humble and hardworking.

Asa O'Neal one of 13 undergraduates to present at Posters-at-the-Capitol

Thirteen University of Kentucky undergraduate researchers will present their work at the 23rd annual Posters-at-the-Capitol on March 6, including Asa O'Neal, senior mechanical engineering and physics major. The event will feature research topics including community health, agricultural sustainability, renewable energy and public health and safety.

UK researchers develop greener, more sustainable ways to recover metals from electronic waste

As electronic waste (e-waste) piles up globally, researchers at the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment and the Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering are spearheading innovative methods to recover valuable metals from discarded devices and industrial waste.