Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center

01/15/2026

Dr. John Marshall discusses the 2026 American Cancer Society GI statistics, what this data means for the field of research, and how we can collectively work ...

01/12/2026

Scientists at Georgetown’s Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center have developed a new computational method to identify the most effective treatment combinations for glioblastoma, based on the unique cellular activity of each tumor. Glioblastoma is the most common malignant adult brain cancer, with only 7% of people living more than 5 years after diagnosis in the U.S.

“The cellular targets we identified could be key to effectively fighting a disease that has seen only one new targeted drug approved in the last two decades,” says Nagi G. Ayad, PhD, senior author, associate director for translational research, and professor of oncology at Georgetown Lombardi. “Although this research focused on glioblastoma, we hypothesize that our framework and algorithms will be useful for many other cancers and diseases,” adds Robert K. Suter, PhD, lead author and assistant professor, also at Georgetown Lombardi. The finding appeared in Nature Communications.

Learn more about this new computational approach, visit https://lombardi.georgetown.edu/news-release/method-developed-to-identify-best-treatment-combinations-for-glioblastoma-based-on-unique-cellular-targets/

Researchers have developed a new computational approach that uncovers the best treatment combinations to treat glioblastoma.

01/07/2026

Dr. Jill Smith, a gastroenterologist, has made discoveries in pancreatic cancer research that she’s working to translate to patients.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year! May 2026 bring peace, hope and joy!

12/25/2025

Have a very merry and bright Christmas!

12/18/2025

ICYMI: our 38th Annual Lombardi Gala is moving to the iconic Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium at 1301 Constitution Ave NW.

Meet Us at the Mellon this March 🪩

12/15/2025

May the hope brought by the light of Hanukkah illuminate darkness and be a source of comfort and renewed resilience. Wishing our friends in the Jewish community peace now and always.

12/12/2025

BE THE BREAKTHROUGH
Each year, we join together to celebrate the achievements in the fight against cancer. This year’s 38th Annual Lombardi Gala promises to be a moving tribute to the bold ideas, relentless progress, and shared hope our community fuels every day. Join us on Saturday, March 14th, 2026 at our new venue, the elegant Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium.

There are so many ways to get involved – become a sponsor, join our Champions Circle, make a gift. Visit lombardigala.georgetown.edu to learn more or send us a chat today! 💬

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12/10/2025

In the spirit of the season, we want to take a moment and highlight our amazing community–those dedicated to supporting live-saving cancer research at through inspirational and impactful events.

Get to know us! 👋

• The Lombardi Gala: our signature, black-tie fundraising event ✨ 2026 details coming very soon ✨

• : one of the largest nonprofit funders of pediatric cancer research in the country, who have generously supported Georgetown Lombardi for over two decades.

• : DC area professionals connecting for a cure for breast cancer through mission-driven programming that honors researchers, patients, survivors and supporters.

• Lombardi Men’s Event: advancing awareness for cancers affecting men through intimate conversations with Lombardi researchers and community leaders like NFL Hall of Famer

• Edward M. Kovach Cura Personalis Endowed Lecture: inspired by cura personalis, or care of the whole person, our annual lecture series is shining a light on cura personalis in action.

12/01/2025

As the world marks World AIDS Day on Dec. 1, world-renowned infectious disease expert Anthony Fauci, MD, and his colleague Greg Folkers, MS, MPH, highlight advances made in the treatment and prevention of HIV that could finally end the pandemic, but caution, “History will judge us harshly should we squander this opportunity.”

Read about their commentary: https://medicine.georgetown.edu/news-releases/treatment-and-prevention-of-hiv-aids-unfinished-business/

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! We wish all those observing a joyful and restorative holiday.

11/11/2025

Georgetown honors its veteran and military-connected community by celebrating their stories and focusing on service and research related to their well-being.