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MCG faculty named finalist for NIH Build UP Trust Challenge

Woman smilingJennifer Hilliard Scott

“This award recognizes how we’re linking all of these institutions together to work together for the community, because that’s what’s rare."

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IMMCG researcher delves into spleen’s role in atherosclerosis

Woman's head shotHeather Henley

Adil Rasheed, PhD, is shedding light on the distinct role of the spleen in atherosclerosis, a disease characterized by the buildup of fatty deposits in arteries.

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MCG researcher says combat blasts caused injury to brain-cleansing system

Woman smilingJennifer Hilliard Scott

"Most studies examine impact TBI, so much less is known about brain injuries following blast exposure and how it may differ from other types of TBI."

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CAR-T researcher joins IMMCG to advance cancer immunotherapy

Woman's head shotHeather Henley

Nicholas Gascoigne, PhD, whose research explores CAR-T cell function in cancer immunotherapy, is the newest faculty member at the Immunology Center of Georgia.

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Cortes named inaugural editor of new international medical journal

Chris Curry

“'Blood Global Hematology' will be a home for research done anywhere in the world and a voice for the global hematologic research community."

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MCG scientists identify new treatment target for leading cause of blindness

Woman smilingJennifer Hilliard Scott

“We show, for the first time in this study, that many fibroblast cells are actually produced by these excessive endothelial cells. We must find a way to prevent this from happening,” said Yuqing Huo, MD.

Governor honors MCG assistant dean for efforts to battle colon cancer in rural Georgia

Tim Rausch

"Screening can prevent 60% of colorectal cancers, and 90% can be cured if detected early,” said Koosh Desai, MD.

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MCG scientists establish protein database to advance vision research

Woman smilingJennifer Hilliard Scott

This new database will help eliminate that problem and includes data from 307 human AH samples, comprehensive information on 1,683 proteins identified in the AH, as well as relevant clinical data for each analyzed sample.

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Springtime sneezes? MCG expert says it’s in your genes

Tim Rausch

Kathleen May, MD, says genetics plays a role in being susceptible to pollen.

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Physics faculty publishes article in Nature family of journals

Man's head shotSidhartha Wakade

Datta’s research featured in the article focuses on the chirality of molecules and crystal structures and how it affects their magnetic properties.

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Medical College of Georgia researcher awarded $2.8 million NCI grant

Avatar photoLindsey Morris

The grant awarded for Chadli’s research focuses on a specific protein, UNC45A, that can be used as a promising novel immunotherapeutic target in treating triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC).

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Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University: Great doctors, great medicine since 1828

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For nearly 200 years, the Medical College of Georgia has served as the state's flagship medical school.

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Medical College of Georgia partners in $3.3 million NIH grant studying antibiotic resistance

Woman's head shotHeather Henley

An Augusta University researcher is partnering with the University of California San Diego to unravel the complexities of Staphylococcus aureus vaccine failures.

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MCG researcher develops new translational technology to help stroke patients

man with glasses standing in front of blue backgroundMilledge Austin

Ali Arbab, MD, has been awarded a grant by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), demonstrating the translational ability of his new technology.

Augusta University researcher named to 2023 Class of Fellows for the National Academy of Inventors

Man's head shotSidhartha Wakade

Verbeck’s inventions include portable mass spectrometry and chemical sensors which can be used outside the lab to detect harmful chemicals.

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One-of-a-kind Augusta University report identifies Georgia’s top public health concerns

Avatar photoKevin Faigle

This year’s report has added information on adult dental health, mental health, skin cancer and overdose deaths. Information on HIV risk behaviors, breast cancer screenings and colon cancer screenings have also been included. The report is the only...

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Medical College of Georgia receives $2.2 million commitment to combat rural health care shortage

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The commitment to funding, which builds on an existing relationship with Augusta University, will facilitate the expansion of MCG’s 3+ Primary Care Pathway Program.

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MCG research team awarded $2.8 million grant from the National Cancer Institute

man with glasses standing in front of blue backgroundMilledge Austin

Vinata B. Lokeshwar, PhD, and her team have been awarded a $2.8 million grant from the National Cancer Institute in an effort to improve outcome in patients with bladder cancer.

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Augusta University researchers secure HRSA grants to address opioid epidemic in northeast Georgia

man with glasses standing in front of blue backgroundMilledge Austin

Two research teams from Augusta University have received three grants totaling almost $5 million from the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Rural Communities Opioid Response Program.

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Medical College of Georgia researchers use pioneering technology to explore elusive role of neutrophils in bladder cancer

Woman's head shotHeather Henley

Researchers at the Immunology Center of Georgia are taking advantage of revolutionary technology to investigate the role of neutrophils in the spread of bladder cancer.

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