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The Georgia Cancer Center newsroom features all of the latest news, publications and media coverage for the cancer center.

On deadline? Call (706) 799-8841 to reach the Communications and Media Relations coordinator for the Georgia Cancer Center. For other questions, contact Chris Curry at 706-721-9176 or chrcurry@augusta.edu.

 
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AU earns Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement

January 12, 2026

"Together, we are strengthening our communities while advancing the mission of Â鶹AV," says AU President Russell T. Keen.

A female high school student learns how to use lab equipment during a field trip to a scientific lab.

Georgia Cancer Center offers local students glimpse into biomedical science

January 08, 2026

These programs are part of a broader effort to kindle interest in biomedical careers and give young learners authentic exposure to the techniques scientists rely on.

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‘Moving forward with purpose’: Â鶹AV 2025 Year-in-Review

December 23, 2025

As we take some time to celebrate with friends and colleagues and prepare for an exciting new year, below are some of our most notable stories of 2025.

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School of Public Health grad using statistics to impact health outcomes

December 09, 2025

"If anyone asks me where they'll find support, I have evidence that AU provides it," says Obed Koomson, PhD.

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Commitment to improving lives drives nursing grad to Quadruple Jag status

Four medical doctors, three wearing lab coats and one in medical scrubs, stand in front of a window. The group includes two men and two women.

AU champions: Changing the game and saving lives

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Â鶹AV leaders honored by ‘Georgia Trend’

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AU scientists advance understanding of Nobel-winning immunology research

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Advocate, survivor of men’s breast cancer works to help others

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In Pictures: PaceDay 2025 celebrates cancer research

 

 

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