Abby Arcuri, BSPH

Abby Arcuri is a Research Coordinator in the Tercyak Health Behavior and Cancer Prevention Lab at Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. Her research interests cover a broad spectrum of topics, with a primary focus on cancer prevention and risk management. In her role, Abby manages research participants, conducts data analysis, and contributes to scholarly publications and conference presentations. She also supports lab operations and serves as a mentor to undergraduate research assistants. Abby coordinates Georgetown’s Young Scholars Program, which provides no-cost field trips for students from underrepresented backgrounds to engage in hands-on learning about cancer biology and control, promoting their interest in STEM careers. Additionally, as a Program Assistant for the Interventions for Managing Parenting and Cancer Team (IMPACT), she supports research aimed at enhancing the quality of life and psychosocial outcomes for families affected by cancer.

Abby joined the Tercyak Lab after graduating from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health degree in Health Policy and Management. As an undergraduate, Abby conducted breast cancer care research with a patient advocacy group, where she explored patient-centered approaches to care and learned about the importance of aligning healthcare delivery with patients’ values and goals. She also contributed to cancer prevention and health communication research at UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center while gaining experience in data analysis, science communication, and translating complex health information into accessible materials for diverse audiences. Abby plans to pursue a career in public health and is excited to continue exploring opportunities at the intersection of research, healthcare, and health communication.