Inspirational Stories
Our donors and friends don’t just make financial gifts; they invest in a healthier future for all.
Quick Learner: What is The Life Cycle of a Biomedical Research Grant
Federal funding has provided crucial support for biomedical research at American universities for decades, fueling the innovation and discovery necessary to solve the biggest health challenges. This explainer video describes how research saves lives and how the process of research funding works.
Gift Funds Duke Regional Hospital Renovations to Benefit Patients, Staff, Community
A refurbished lobby and modernized auditorium now welcome patients, staff, and community members to Duke Regional Hospital, thanks to a generous $1.1 million gift from the Durham County Hospital Corporation. The investment marks another milestone in their longstanding partnership, and the renovations help make Duke Regional the best place possible for health, hope, and healing.
A Day in the Life of a Medical Student
Wonder what the day in the life of a medical student looks like? Nicole Miller shares her experience as a third year MD student at Duke University School of Medicine. From clinical and research work, to dancing, to studying, to volunteering to keep the Durham community healthy – see what how universities are developing the next generation of doctors and researchers.
A bold vision for men’s health: Ben Ncube’s journey from law to global impact
Inspired by his father's health challenges, master's student Ben Ncube is leveraging Duke's Population Health Sciences Program to reimagine what's possible in global men's health policy.
A New Standard for Support: Duke and the Menges Family Redefine Cancer Care
Created in memory of Bobby Menges by his parents, Liz and Peter, the I’m Not Done Yet Foundation has surpassed $1 million in gifts to Duke Health and transformed how the Duke Cancer Institute supports young people with cancer.
Duke Receives $4.5 Million from The Duke Endowment to Fund Initiative Focused on Climate and Health
Duke Health has received a $4.5 million award from The Duke Endowment to support groundbreaking work to understand and address the health impacts of climate change in the Carolinas.
Anonymous Gift Establishes New Endowed Clinical Directorship in Cancer Care
Duke University Health System has established a new endowed clinical directorship to advance cancer care thanks to a $2.5 million gift from an anonymous couple with deep ties to Duke Health. The directorship will provide opportunities to innovate, mentor, engage in community health initiatives, build and enhance programs, and invest in technology.
A Mother’s Gift Honors Her Daughter and Fuels Brain Tumor Research at Duke
When Carole Ryan lost her daughter Suzanne to a brain tumor, she turned grief into action. Through more than $4 million in gifts, including a recent $2.5 million planned gift, Carole is advancing groundbreaking research at Duke Health in Suzanne’s memory.
A Day In The Life Of A Researcher
Ever wonder what a day in the life of a researcher is like? Erica Washington, PhD, will show you around. She’s an assistant research professor in molecular genetics and microbiology at the Duke University School of Medicine, unraveling the mysteries of fungal biology that could yield new anti-fungal medications. But she’s also a dedicated mom and a star on the soccer field.
Bedford Falls Foundation Commits $250,000 to Duke University School of Nursing
The Bedford Falls Foundation has committed $250,000 to support the Duke University School of Nursing Master of Nursing (MN) program clinical immersion experience.