@UKYSTART

STEM Through Authentic Research & Training Program at the University of Kentucky. 2022 FCPS Golden Apple Recipient. Support from NIH SEPA.

 University of Kentucky
START.uky.edu
Joined May 2020
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Congratulations to our @STEAMhigh @UKYSTART Apprentice Chloe and @UKYSTART @TLCWhiteTiger graduate, & now @UKYHonors @UKAgriculture & near-peer mentor JJ on their first research publication in the @ukybiology Cooper Lab! Wow! web.as.uky.edu/Biology/facul……
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Godspeed #Artemis II!
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Luke Bradley@bradleylabFeb 27
Proud to see our team's work featured! Thanks to all the students and UKinSPIRE for making this project possible. uknow.uky.edu/research/sound…

The sound of science: UK researchers translate biology into music

Researchers at the University of Kentucky are transforming cellular and genetic data into sound through data sonification, creating a new way to detect disease, teach biology and inspire artistic...

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We are proud of you!
Luke Bradley@bradleylab6 Nov 2025
Look who made the recruitment flyer?! One of our first @UKYSTART Apprentices!
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Luke Bradley@bradleylab17 Oct 2025
Watch the premiere of "Cracking the Code," a film about Nobel winner Phil Sharp (a KY native) whose RNA lab discovery launched biotech. ​I'll be joining the post-screening panel to discuss UK innovation & impact. ​7:15 pm Oct. 23 @ Kentucky Theatre. ​ uknow.uky.edu/research/nobel…

Nobel winner’s journey from campus to cure: ‘Cracking the Code’ film coming to Kentucky Theatre

The documentary premiere of “Cracking the Code: Phil Sharp & the Biotech Revolution” is Oct. 23 at the Kentucky Theatre, with a post-screening conversation on UK biotech research and innovation.

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Our latest manuscript is now out! A Coaching-Based Training for Underrepresented Mentors in STEM mdpi.com/3200010 #mdpieducation via @EducSci_MDPI

A Coaching-Based Training for Underrepresented Mentors in STEM

As an approach, coaching-based models have been demonstrated to enhance student self-efficacy, improve grades, and increase retention and graduation rates. Coaching-based training models are also key...

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It's a great event! Hope to see many there!
The Learning Center@TLCWhiteTiger5 Nov 2024
Looking for something to do tomorrow evening? Stop by UK's Student Center for their annual Curiosity Fair from 4-6 pm. Here is a link to know more: curiosity.uky.edu/

Curiosity Fair | Student Success

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🚀 Launch Your Aerospace Career! 🚀 Step-by-step guide to applying for the Patti Grace Smith Fellowship is here! ✅ Check your eligibility 📄 Gather your materials 🎥 Show your creativity Ready to apply? Let’s get started! #PGSF2025 #Aerospace #BlackExcellence #STEM #Scholarships
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Congrats to our @UKYSTART Near-Peer mentor on receiving the Voyager Scholarship! Way to go Carlee! @UK_awards @bradleylab @UKYNeuro uknow.uky.edu/student-news/u…

UK junior earns Voyager Scholarship to support public service work

The Voyager Scholarship provides up to $50,000 in financial aid, including a “Summer Voyage” work-travel experience between recipients’ junior and senior years, with a $10,000 stipend and free...

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A great summer experience for our START Ambassadors & Apprentices! @STEMeducator @SeeBlueSTEMCamp @UKYNeuro @bradleylab @FCPSKY uknow.uky.edu/campus-news/uk…

UK STEM Experiences camps become gateway to rewarding opportunities for all

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Space Tango@space_tango28 Jun 2024
Exciting news, #Lexington! 🚀 Space Tango donated 50 at-home #DIY #STEM kits to the @livingart. Each hand-decorated kit contains 3 activities with supplies and an inspiring message from a team member! Learn more about how to get your kit today: spacetango.com/latest/space-…
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Here is part 2 of our "Because We Care" series! Capturing conversations with folks across the college, the series explores our purpose and mission from diverse perspectives. This episode highlights why we are passionate about #research! Full video: bit.ly/3KmcD4W
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Congratulations!
Space Tango@space_tango22 Mar 2024
Space Tango launched life science investigations yesterday on SpaceX #CRS30! Congratulations to our team and our partners - @HigherOrbits, @QuestforSpace, @UCSanDiego, Encapsulate LLC, Mithrilome Inc., @MassGeneralNews, and @NotreDame 🚀 Learn more: spacetango.com/latest/pressr…
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Proud to work together to build a pathway in STEM! @UKYNeuro @UKNEU_PREP uknow.uky.edu/research/ky-wv…

KY-WV LSAMP consortium continues to advance scholars, nurture interests, ignite research

UK students who attended the symposium had many takeaways from the event and shared how LSAMP has helped nurture their scholarly interests and inspire them to research new ideas.

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And @UKYSTART mentor and partner!
Luke Bradley@bradleylab16 Mar 2024
Read about axolotls and our @UKYNeuro Professor Randal Voss in @CNN story! cnn.com/2024/03/16/americas/…

Why axolotls seem to be everywhere — except in the one lake they call home | CNN

The internet’s favorite salamander, only found in the wild in Mexico’s Lake Xochimilco, is critically endangered. Here’s how people are fighting to save them.

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STEAM Academy@STEAMhigh12 Mar 2024
Our 2024 Seniors are having a great time on the Senior Trip. Check them out at our annual St. Louis Arch picture!
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UK Engineering invites community to be inspired, celebrate E-Day Feb. 24

From building bridges and discovering medication to writing software — Engineers Day (or E-Day) is the Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering’s celebration of everything science, technology,...

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UKNeu-PREP@UKNEU_PREP10 Feb 2024
For more information & link to application - visit medicine.uky.edu/departments…
Luke Bradley@bradleylab10 Feb 2024
Looking forward to sharing information about our @UKNEU_PREP @UKYMedicine and @UKYNeuro graduate/professional programs at the KY-WV LSAMP Annual Symposium!
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Great tips for our START Apprentices & Ambassadors! Good luck with your applications!
Lewis Honors College@UKYHonors11 Jan 2024
Check out Dean Christian Brady's tips on how to maximize the Lewis Honors College experience and what makes for a successful application in this podcast: collegeadmissionstalk.com/18…
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Today is #NationalSTEMDay. On UKNow, read about how youth build confidence in their abilities to use #STEM in careers and everyday life. uknow.uky.edu/campus-news/uk…

UK STEM Experiences Camps build confidence, inclusion for K-12 students

Educators and others who seek to grow students’ interest in STEM are celebrating National STEM Day, which takes place annually on Nov. 8. Recently, the faculty, students, staff and community partners...

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UK ADMISSIONS@UKYAdmissions9 Nov 2023
Did you know: Approximately 27% of students at UK are first-generation students. This week, we celebrate those trailblazers and their accomplishments at our institution during First Gen Week. #UKYFirstGen
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