Following approval by the USG Board of Regents, Augusta University's School of Public Health is preparing to launch its first undergraduate degree program.
“It is essential that we identify practical solutions that promote rigor while improving efficiency and sustainability," says Klaus Ley, MD.
A gene linked to heart disease risk may actually serve as one of the body's strongest natural defenses against coronary artery disease, according to new research from MCG.
Twenty-five young women will spend the academic year developing leadership skills through the Women's Leadership Academy.
The new study shows key similarities between atherosclerosis and established autoimmune diseases like Multiple Sclerosis, Type 1 Diabetes and Rheumatoid Arthritis.
The Financial Counseling and Planning concentration at James M. Hull College of Business recently became a CFP Board registered program.
Matthew W. Johnson comes to MCG after more than two decades at Johns Hopkins University, where he was a pioneering member of the institution's psychedelic research program.
“It's a very timely topic because two or three years ago, it was not very commonly considered or recognized that there is this huge problem with wasted research," says E. Andrew Balas, PhD.
"Students have a choice, and for 11 consecutive years, more of them have chosen Augusta University,” says Augusta University President Russell T. Keen.
"This experience will serve both Dr. Aherrahrou and Dr. Komaravolu well as they continue to advance in their careers," says Klaus Ley, MD.
"Quantization is a mathematical method, nothing to do with quantum computing. But these two we are trying to mix together," says Arni S.R. Srinivasa Rao, PhD.
“Faculty, deans, staff, everybody is involved in making that happen. It’s not just a program manager making that happen, it’s everybody,” says Matt Brocato, MBA.
"This gene is well known in one field, but now we’re seeing it’s also important in cardiovascular cells," says Kunzhe Dong, PhD.
“This study highlights the major role of CD8+ T cells in atherosclerosis and their potential impact on cardiovascular diseases,” says Hossam Abdelsamed, PhD.
The national recognition comes at a critical moment. Data shows two out of every five fourth graders – around 1.4 million students – are unable to read at a basic level.
Amy Estes, MD, has advised numerous medical students pursuing careers in ophthalmology, served on multiple PhD committees and contributed extensively to resident education.
"Deborah Richardson's work bridges rigorous research and meaningful classroom practice in a way that has influenced generations of students and faculty,” says Kim Davies, PhD.
The 20/20: Alumni Visionary Grant is part of the Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research's 2026 record-breaking $7 million grant distribution.
Augusta University placed No. 86 among 243 universities in the United States and was recognized as Top 5 in Georgia.
David Munn, MD, is internationally recognized for research that revealed how tumors manipulate the immune system and translating those insights into therapeutic strategies.

