
Prozac pegged as potential first treatment for leading cause of blindness
Prozac could offer the first treatment for the leading cause of blindness among people over 50, new research from the UVA School of Medicine suggests.

Prozac could offer the first treatment for the leading cause of blindness among people over 50, new research from the UVA School of Medicine suggests.

The Molecular Sciences Software Institute, based in Virginia Tech’s Corporate Research Center, has received a $15 million renewal grant from the National Science Foundation.

For students who want to become drone pilots, two new workshops at the Virginia Tech Drone Park will connect them with the resources and expertise to soar through the certification test.

Bonumose Inc. will partner with Hershey to research and develop reduced or zero sugar chocolate products. The company will invest $27.7 million to expand in Albemarle County.

“When it comes to pregnancy and vaccinations, the data is clear,” according to Virginia Tech epidemiologist, Dr. Rachel Silverman.

At the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, researchers want to examine which factors are important when miniature pig owners — also known as “pig parents” — measure their pigs’ happiness.

A new clinical trial at Virginia Commonwealth University aims to study the impact of mindfulness activities and social connectedness on people who are experiencing depression while pregnant.

Gov. Ralph Northam announced additional appointments on Friday.

Gov. Ralph Northam announced an allocation of more than $7.7 million in Growth and Opportunity for Virginia grants to advance community economic recovery efforts.

The CDC has awarded a $6 million grant to two VCU researchers who will co-lead a project on community-led strategies to promote healthy communities, positive youth development opportunities, and to prevent and decrease youth violence in Richmond.
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