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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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An unexpected path leads Georgia Cancer Center researcher to a rewarding career

February 17, 2026

"I came to appreciate and eventually love the remarkable science behind biology and medicine," says Bangxing Hong, PhD.

An unexpected path leads Georgia Cancer Center researcher to a rewarding career
In this photo, you see multiple iPhones with screens that show different images. One screen shows a possible skin cancer lesion. Another screen shows data about that skin cancer lesion. The third screen shows where on the body that lesion is located.

High-tech skin cancer training meets rural health care

February 10, 2026

"Although skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States, it is also one of the most preventable," says Brenda Santellano, MD.

High-tech skin cancer training meets rural health care
Four students sit around a table with two women from Augusta University in the Augusta University storefront at the Junior Achievement Discovery Center.

AU earns Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement

January 12, 2026

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

AU earns Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement
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.

Georgia Cancer Center offers local students glimpse into biomedical science
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‘Moving forward with purpose’: Augusta University 2025 Year-in-Review

‘Moving forward with purpose’: Augusta University 2025 Year-in-Review
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School of Public Health grad using statistics to impact health outcomes

School of Public Health grad using statistics to impact health outcomes
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Commitment to improving lives drives nursing grad to Quadruple Jag status

Commitment to improving lives drives nursing grad to Quadruple Jag status
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AU champions: Changing the game and saving lives

AU champions: Changing the game and saving lives
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Augusta University leaders honored by ‘Georgia Trend’

Augusta University leaders honored by ‘Georgia Trend’
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AU scientists advance understanding of Nobel-winning immunology research

AU scientists advance understanding of Nobel-winning immunology research
 

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