A small cup with big impact in the fight against Lyme disease

In this episode of Access to Excellence, George Mason President Gregory Washington speaks with Alessandra Luchini about the development of cancer and Lyme disease detection technologies and the importance of international collaboration.

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The Commonwealth and George Mason University are taking bold steps in AI

Virginia’s new AI Career Launch Pad showcases George Mason’s commitment to accessible, responsible innovation through programs such as its MS in AI and Responsible AI certificate.

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Displaced Workers Support

George Mason University has expanded programs to provide immediate, easily accessible supports to displaced workers.

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Using virtual reality to prevent falls in older adults

One in four older adults suffers a fall-related injury each year. George Mason researcher Tiphanie Raffegeau is exploring how virtual reality could offer a safer, smarter path to prevention.

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One Grand Challenge. Six Grand Solutions. A New Chapter in Research and Scholarship.

George Mason’s students, faculty, staff, and partners will push the boundaries of progress to solve the greatest threats to humanity’s ability to live a peaceful, healthy, prosperous, and just existence.

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George Mason recognized as a top Military Friendly University

George Mason's commitment to military-connected students and their families was recognized with a Silver ranking in the Military Friendly® School designation for the upcoming 2025-26 academic year.

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George Mason is part of Northern Virginia’s first innovation district

A major GO Virginia grant is fueling Northern Virginia’s first Innovation District—boosting growth in life sciences, aerospace, defense, and semiconductors.

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