Research & Learning

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Exploring Ancient Viruses to Uncover New Clues about Asthma and Allergies

GW researcher Pedro Gazzinelli Guimaraes receives NIH New Innovator Award to investigate how dormant viral genes in our DNA may drive allergic lung inflammation.

USAID/UN Food Programme in Sudan

Humanitarian Aid Faces a Crossroads, New GW Study Finds

In post-USAID era, humanitarian ecosystem is not simply experiencing temporary disruption, it is reconfiguring.

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In Video: The Politics of Immigration

CCAS Dean Paul Wahlbeck in coversation with Professor of Political Science and International Affairs Kimberly Morgan. 

Terry Bitar

M.B.A. Student Architects a Story of Ambition and Resilience

After narrowly escaping tragedy, Terry Bitar rebuilt her life in D.C., founding a thriving design firm and returning to GW to finish the degree she started.

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Two GW Leaders Elected, Two Others Inducted as Members of the National Academy of Medicine

Andrea Anderson, Dayna Bowen Matthew, Monika Kumari Goyal and Wanda Nicholson are recognized for their commitment to advancing health equity and innovation.

Denisha Porter, center, with moderator Tetiana Anderson (L) and fellow panelist Erin Saul. (

Institute for Socioeconomic Opportunity Relaunches with a Spotlight on Action-Driven Research

ISEO, formerly the Equity Institute, brings together experts and leaders from academia and the community to close gaps in health, wealth and well-being.

Jose Andres speaks with Food Tank President Danielle Nierenberg.

Food and Agricultural Policy Summit Brings Together Changemakers from across the Food Landscape

The Global Food Institute cohosted the daylong conference with chef, humanitarian and author José Andrés, welcoming three members of Congress and other thought leaders.

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Nearly One in Five Urinary Tract Infections Linked to Contaminated Meat

New study by Lance Price of the Milken Institute SPH finds people in underserved neighborhoods face the highest risk of foodborne infections.

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GW Professor Creates Solar-Powered Cold Storage to Support Small Farmers in Ghana

Moses Kansanga developed a sustainable solution to tackle post-harvest food loss for small-scale farmers in rural communities.

Collage on spotted lanternfly theme by Lauren Gillespie

Putting It All Together (After Taking It Apart)

Collage class helps GW students learn to see in new ways.

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SMHS Secures NIH Grant to Purchase Cutting-Edge Cell Analysis Instrument

New BD spectral flow cytometer and live cell sorter will enhance research and training in cancer, immunology, and cellular therapeutics.

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Celebrating the Enduring Legacy of Endowed Professorships

SMHS celebrates the installation of three faculty members noted for their scientific discoveries, medical advances and educational achievements.

GWSB Policy Forum

Future-Proofing Business in the Age of AI

The George Washington University will host technology leaders and workforce experts for a far-ranging discussion on the workplace of tomorrow.

Goodall during a visit to GW's Lisner Auditorium in 2010. (William Atkins/GW Today)

Jane Goodall Leaves a Legacy at GW

The groundbreaking primatologist, conservationist and educator, who passed away Oct. 1, had ties across the university.

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Nearly 28,000 Work Injuries Every Year Linked to Hot Weather

New research shows the toll of heat in the workplace, supports importance of an OSHA extreme heat exposure standard.

 

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