UK Study Bridging Gap in Suicide Risk for Minorities
Three University of Kentucky sociologists have co-authored a study that helps to fill a gap in our understanding of suicide risk among African-American women.
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UK Researchers Find Teachers, School Climate Key to Latino Immigrants’ Academic Success
A new study by researchers at the University of Kentucky found that teachers and schools that value diversity have a big impact on the academic experiences of Latino immigrant children living in predominantly White communities.
University of Kentucky's Dr. Bill Stoops Discusses Recent Tramadol Research
Dr. Bill Stoops talks about his recent research on Tramadol. For more on this story please visit: uknow.uky.edu/content/research-sheds-light-pain-pill-abuse
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Research Sheds Light on Pain Pill Abuse
A study by a team of University of Kentucky researchers has shed new light on the potential habit-forming properties of the popular pain medication tramadol, in research funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse.
New Faculty 2012: Meet Michelle Martel
The Department of Psychology is excited to welcome professor Michelle Martel to its faculty!
Professor Martel joins us this fall studying preschool and childhood Disruptive Behavior Disorders (DBD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Her research looks to find developmental pathways to DBD and ADHD by studying not only early markers and traits, but also biological and environmental factors.
New Faculty 2012: Meet Will Gervais
The Department of Psychology is excited to welcome professor Will Gervais to its faculty!
Professor Gervais joins us this fall studying how cognition, evolution, and culture interact to shape people’s beliefs about the world. His research concerns religion and supernatural thinking, examining the psychological causes and consequences of both religious belief and disbelief.
What's New in Science - Susan Barron Part 3
Drugs and the Brain Part 3: How about Understanding Drug Withdrawal (from a Brain Perspective) and Pharmacotherapy
Undergraduate Research at UK with Zaheen Rabbani
Zaheen Rabbani graduated from the University of Kentucky in May 2012 with dual degrees in biology and psychology. Zaheen credits his undergraduate research experience with developing critical thinking skills and prepping him to apply to medical school this fall.
