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Advancing Research Excellence
Inspiring Innovation in the Biomedical and Health Sciences
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Georgetown University Medical Center’s biomedical and health sciences research fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, enhances basic science and translational research capacity, and develops the next generation of researchers.
Our Areas of Focus in Research
Biomedical and health sciences research at Georgetown University Medical Center places special emphasis on four areas.
Cancer Research
Cancer-focused work takes place at Georgetown University’s Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, the only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in the Washington area.
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Population Health
Our work within the population health arena has a focus on health disparities and achieving health equity.
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Global Health
Our focus on global health centers on achieving health equity for the most vulnerable populations of the world and ensuring global health security.
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Mind and Brain Research
Georgetown links the promise of our ever-deepening understanding and scientific knowledge of the mind and brain to prevention, new treatments and restorative therapies, while providing advanced training and education opportunities.
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Training the Next Generation of Researchers
As a Catholic and Jesuit university, Georgetown understands its responsibility to help meet the world’s most profound needs. Guided by that tradition, Georgetown University Medical Center educates and develops generations of researchers, clinicians, and health professionals, equipping them to deploy their expertise in service to the common good.
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Research News from Georgetown University Medical Center
New 3D-Printed Bone Grafts Could Make Implants Safer and More Effective
March 31st, 2026
Over the Past Decade, Early-Stage Drug Innovation Shifted Toward China, Georgetown Researchers Find
March 26th, 2026
Georgetown Nursing Faculty Publish National Review on Outcomes of Midwife-Led Care
March 24th, 2026
School of Nursing Graduate Student Evaluates Novel Motorbike Ambulance Service To Improve Maternal Health in Rural Kenya
February 20th, 2026
Upcoming Events
All Upcoming Events
17th Annual Pellegrino Symposium: Daniel J. Daly, PhD
Apr. 24
3:00 pm
Health Equity Speed Networking
Apr. 27
2:00 pm
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center, 5701 Marinelli Road, North Bethesda
Utilizing Interactive Tools for Engaging Online Instruction, Part II
Apr. 29
11:00 am
Dahlgren Memorial Library Online (Zoom) Workshop
Distinguished Scientist Seminar Series featuring Steven Kliewer, PhD
Apr. 29
5:00 pm
Hybrid – New Research Building Auditorium & via Zoom