Through one-on-one mentorship, professors help open doors to research, study abroad and internship opportunities to honors students.
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At KU School of Pharmacy, a new approach in the fight to end Alzheimer’s
Michael Wolfe’s interest in Alzheimer’s disease research started at a conference when he met a researcher who was studying the disease that impacts nearly 7 million Americans. Wolfe knew nothing about the disease – let alone its causes – but he felt that as a medicinal chemist, he could have a role in discovering its cure.
Continue readingKU Social Welfare research center harnesses power of collaboration to create a healthier KansasÂ
There is little doubt that ensuring every individual has access to quality health care is one of the biggest challenges we face today. Each year, more than 60 million Americans struggle to find medical care while also facing larger economic, social and environmental factors that exacerbate the issue.
Continue readingThe social side of engineering
Professor’s multidisciplinary research looks at social inequities of natural disasters and how engineering plays a role.
Continue reading2022 Chancellors Club Teaching and Research Award winners span Lawrence, Med Center campuses
The 2022 Chancellors Club Teaching and Research Award winners have been announced.
Continue readingFour educators receive Chancellors Club Teaching Professorships
Wen-Xing Ding, a scientist at the University of Kansas Medical Center who specializes in research into the mechanisms of degradation and recycling of cells in the liver, is the recipient of the 2021 Chancellors Club Research Award.
Continue readingLiver disease researcher at KU Medical Center receives Chancellors Club Research Award
Wen-Xing Ding, a scientist at the University of Kansas Medical Center who specializes in research into the mechanisms of degradation and recycling of cells in the liver, is the recipient of the 2021 Chancellors Club Research Award.
Continue readingKU musicology professor receives 2021 Chancellors Club Career Teaching Award
Paul Laird, professor of musicology at the University of Kansas, is known for his creative, energetic teaching style filled with movement and music.
Continue readingKU alumnus honors petroleum engineering professor with gift
Zack Holland didn’t know he wanted to be a petroleum engineer.
Continue reading$1.5 million gift supports KU School of Nursing professorships
The KU School of Nursing taught Christine Hartley about making a positive impact in her world.
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