Research: Division of Hematology and Oncology

The Department of Hematology/Oncology is a vibrant contributor to the research being conducted at Georgetown University’s Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Research Programs at Georgetown Lombardi

The Cancer Cell Biology Program, Cancer-Host Interactions Program, and Cancer Prevention & Control Program reflect the cancer center’s scientific strengths, respond to the needs of the populations within its catchment area, and facilitate the center’s translational research themes. Learn more about these programs.

Georgetown Lombardi Centers

The Ruesch Center for the Cure of Gastrointestinal Cancers

The Otto J. Ruesch Center for the Cure of Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancers refocuses national efforts on curing this deadly set of diseases. Combining expertise in molecular medicine, translational research, and a patient-centered philosophy, the Ruesch Center works to realize the dream of individualized curative therapies through research, care, and advocacy. Learn more about the Ruesch Center.

Nina Hyde Center for Breast Cancer Research

The Nina Hyde Center for Breast Cancer Research, established in 1989 as a tribute to a former fashion editor of The Washington Post, uses a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to conduct cutting-edge breast cancer research. Learn more about the Nina Hyde Center.

The Fisher Center for Hereditary Cancer and Clinical Genomics Research

The Fisher Center for Hereditary Cancer and Clinical Genomics Research, established in 2006, conducts state-of-the-art research on the prevention, treatment and management of familial cancers in order to improve the medical and quality of life outcomes of women and men at risk for cancer. Learn more about the Fisher Center.

Innovation Center for Biomedical Informatics

The Innovation Center for Biomedical Informatics provides data insights to improve human health. It enhances clinical and translational research at Georgetown Lombardi and its partners and attracts and educates the next generation of scientists and physicians, for whom biomedical informatics and health data science will be key. Learn more about ICBI.

Georgetown Lombardi Institute for Cancer and Aging Research

The Georgetown Lombardi Institute for Cancer and Aging Research (GLICA) conducts transdisciplinary research to address challenges in our diverse aging society and train a new generation of researchers focused on achieving health equity for cancer patients and their families. Learn more about GLICA.