These students will complete medical school in 3 years, enter into a Georgia residency program and then serve in rural or underserved Georgia.
“My hope is that this conference has energized this group to start their careers with Jag Nation engaged and ready to guide our students to success," said Zach Kelehear, EdD.
“This could positively impact care for children with brain tumors by improving their quality of life,” said Theodore Johnson, MD, PhD.
A key problem is the loss of “redox balance” between harmful molecules called reactive oxygen species and helpful molecules like nitric oxide.
“I get to meet so many different students with diverse and creative ideas about learning and the research process,” says Thomas Weeks.
"This event is one of the significant ways we can help educationally, in addition to our daily services,” said Sam Klein.
“We need nurses, and there are people who need help to get there,” said Ollie Creasy.
"We want to use the STAR Program as a platform to showcase all of the PhD programs we have here at AU," said Dean of The Graduate School Jennifer C. Sullivan, PhD.
“The Summer Research Experience program has become a beacon of inspiration for young minds enthusiastic about biomedical sciences."
"I am so pleased they have agreed to take on these roles on a more permanent basis to support the ongoing success of the School of Public Health.”
“I love my students and work hard to do what I can to help them thrive," says Cyndy Epps.
“Augusta University and the city are so connected. I see countless opportunities everyday of how we can further bridge the two together through unique collaborations."
The research team believes the answer may be in how stress hormones signal the skeleton to make more bone making cells instead of bone-dissolving ones
“This campus expansion builds on our long-standing commitment as the state’s flagship medical school to produce the best-trained doctors for Georgia."
“I think a lot of people think they know what animation is, but there’s more to it. It’s more than just drawing characters; there are a lot of ways to bring these worlds to life."
“It is fantastic to see students learn and develop and move on to successful post-graduate careers," says Andy Hauger, PhD.
This skill will only enhance our already sought-after graduates in the job market,” said Suzanne Mathis.
"Persistence and encouragement will help us go through the valleys," said Yan Cui, PhD.
“The more we increase awareness, the more we create the possibility of coworkers looking out for each other," said Caroline McKinnon, PhD.
In becoming so closely connected to Paulette Harris, PhD, Steve Ruby couldn’t help but get immersed in the Augusta University Literacy Center.
