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Research is an essential part of studies for Cancer Biology and Therapeutics students Rhea Kishore and Landon Wiggins.

New cancer biology and therapeutics PhD program approved at UMMC

Monday, June 15, 2026

At a time when Mississippi faces some of the country’s toughest cancer challenges, a new generation of researchers is beginning its training at the state’s only academic medical center. Read More

David and Priscilla O'Donnell of Ridgeland have made a gift to support the Pediatric Heart Center at Children’s of Mississippi.

Priscilla and David O’Donnell make historic $9 million commitment to Children’s of Mississippi

Monday, June 8, 2026

Priscilla and David O’Donnell have made a transformational $9 million gift to support the Pediatric Heart Center at Children’s of Mississippi. Read More

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Photos: Ole Miss Rebels football brings joy and encouragement to Children’s of Mississippi

Published on Monday, June 15, 2026

 Sarah, Elizabeth and Michael Basha are apparently the first set of triplets to attend the School of Medicine together.

‘Lucky Threes’ distinguish Class of 2029

Published on Monday, June 15, 2026

 Dr. John E. Hall, retiring Arthur C. Guyton Professor and longtime chair of the Department of Physiology and Biophysics, expresses surprise and heartfelt gratitude for the recognition and tribute during his recent retirement ceremony.

UMMC celebrates Hall’s legacy, names research building in his honor

Published on Monday, June 8, 2026

 Rare desmoid tumors haven't stopped CCRI patient Chantal Taylor from achieving her goals.

Tumors don't stop CCRI patient from earning degree, launching ventures

Published on Monday, June 1, 2026

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UMMC excellence shines for faculty, staff, students

Published on Tuesday, May 26, 2026

 AirCare’s new fixed-wing aircraft, similar to the one pictured here, will expand the Medical Center’s critical care transport capabilities.

UMMC AirCare expands fleet with addition of fixed-wing aircraft

Published on Tuesday, May 26, 2026

 Barbara Powell, a close friend of Catherine Klipple and executor of her estate, signs a steel beam that will be used in the construction of the centralized MIND Center building.

Donation to MIND Center brings dedicated building funds to $10 million

Published on Tuesday, May 26, 2026

 Celebrating Trustmark's $2 million gift to the CCRI campaign are, from left, Dr. LouAnn Woodward, vice chancellor for health affairs; Dr. Rod Rocconi, Ergon Chair for Cancer Research and director of the UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute; Art Stevens, president of retail banking at Trustmark; and Melanie Morgan, executive vice president and director of corporate communications and marketing at Trustmark.

Trustmark gives $2M gift to campaign for UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute

Published on Tuesday, May 26, 2026

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