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Community gathers for #strongaugusta emergency preparedness exercise

August 7, 2025man smilingMiguelangelo Hernandez

“Being prepared is critically important, so this training is essential not only for keeping Augusta safe but keeping this region safe," says Augusta Mayor Garnett Johnson.

A large mobile laboratory truck parked outside of a college, with students lined up to get inside it.

New MCG molecular epidemiology internship wraps up with U.S. Air Force visit

August 7, 2025Avatar photoHannah Litteer

"It gives them initial exposure to a broader field career path in public health and in clinical medicine," says Capt. Kevin Caspary.

Two female college students stand next to a brick sign. The sign reads, "Richmond County Health Department."

AU, state health department partner to expand learning opportunities

August 6, 2025man with glasses standing in front of blue backgroundMilledge Austin

"The students are building data analysis and communication skills, and we’re able to put their findings to practical use," says Christine O'Meara.

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Where are they now? Nursing alumna sparks imagination with children’s books

August 5, 2025Headshot of Nina SisoNina Siso

“My career has taken me into a newer clinical area, and it’s been rewarding to broaden my expertise with exciting challenges," says Natalie Horseman.

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Georgia Cancer researcher filling gap in prostate cancer treatment

August 4, 2025Avatar photoLindsey Morris

“The treatment requires patients to carry mutations in their DNA repair genes, but more than 70% of patients do not carry these genes,” says Chunhong Yan, PhD.

A well-dressed female periodontist and a man stand in front of a projector with the periodontist's face on it. She hold a gold award.

DCG periodontist is one of four women to receive prestigious dental award

August 4, 2025Avatar photoHannah Litteer

"It's a testament that, when you plant the seed, someday harvesting will come," says Ana Carolina Morandini, DDS, PhD.

A male scientist and a female high school student work with equipment at a laboratory table.

Future scientists gain experience in cancer research through summer program

August 1, 2025Chris Curry

"I want to help find answers to the big questions about DNA as a paleoanthropologist," says Eliana Benevides, a participant in the program.

A woman sits at a large desk in an ornately furnished office. There is a computer screen next to her.

AU Provost Maggy G. Tomova, PhD, focuses on momentum and opportunity

July 31, 2025Avatar photoKaty Hennig

“I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to be here at such an important time for AU," says Maggy G. Tomova, PhD.

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$2.4 million grant will place mental health professionals in areas of need

July 31, 2025man with glasses standing in front of blue backgroundMilledge Austin

"This grant represents a spectrum of sectors, including medical, behavioral health, mental health, public health, nursing and social work,” says Alicia Becton, PhD.

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Researcher awarded $90K grant for research on blindness in premature babies

July 30, 2025Avatar photoDenise Parrish

“If retinopathy of prematurity is treated early, vision can be improved or saved, and we can protect the future of these infants,” says Yusra Zaidi, PhD.

College students studying nursing perform an eye test for a young student inside a modern library. The test is part of a community initiative to help young students bridge the gap between literacy and their health.

College of Nursing, Literacy Center form health-focused educational program

July 29, 2025Headshot of Nina SisoNina Siso

“We want to fill in their gaps of knowledge in the hopes of leading a healthier future," says Ben Puhalovich.

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$2 million NIH grant awarded to DCG faculty for gum disease research

July 28, 2025Avatar photoHannah Litteer

"It can help us better understand how gum disease connects with obesity and metabolic disorders,” says Ana Carolina Morandini, DDS, PhD.

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A collaboration across Georgia could lead to a way to prevent metastatic cancer

July 28, 2025Avatar photoLindsey Morris

"Funding is crucial for this type of research to be continued and for new and better treatments to be created," says Ali Arbab, MD, PhD.

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Graeme Connolly, PhD, named associate dean for COEHD 

July 25, 2025Woman's head shotFelicia Baskett

Graeme Connolly, PhD, has served Augusta University for 25 years in various roles in the Department of Kinesiology.

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20 years strong: AU marks annual day of wellness at Costa Farms

July 25, 2025Paige Tucker

"It's an engagement opportunity every single year our students are able to have that also serves one of the greatest needs in our region," says AU President Russell T. Keen.

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Camp Discovery offers cancer survivors support and fun

July 24, 2025man smilingMiguelangelo Hernandez

Camp Discovery, now in its third year, was organized by Augusta University’s Department of Occupational Therapy in the College of Allied Health Sciences.

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IMMCG researchers develop tool to sharpen accuracy of personalized medicine

July 23, 2025Woman's head shotHeather Henley

“A patient’s immune system is unique. With clearer markers, we can better understand how to tailor therapies to each person’s condition," says Mohammad Oliaeimotlagh, MD.

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Congressional internships in Washington, D.C. inspire AU students

July 23, 2025Avatar photoStacey Eidson

Over the past 12 years, Government Relations at Augusta University has recruited more than 20 outstanding students to participate in internships at the U.S. Capitol.

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Pamplin alumni reunite to create powerful short film on suicide prevention

July 22, 2025Morgan Hayes headshotMorgan Hayes

"Maddie’s story is a reminder that often the most powerful thing we can do is simply talk to each other and be kind," says C. Neil Davenport.

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Paceline helps Cancer Center researcher pursue colon cancer treatment

July 21, 2025Avatar photoLindsey Morris

“Paceline funding has given us the ability to continue this work. I am very grateful for their support and hopeful for the future of this treatment,” says Kebin Liu, PhD.

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