New way to shut off genes speeds battle against genetic diseases
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A University of Virginia School of Medicine researcher has found a safer and highly efficient way to use the CRISPR system to silence genes.
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Biocomplexity Institute’s Ebola-tested tools help set new standard for federal disease control
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With the onset of summer, the species of mosquitoes known to transmit the Zika virus is emerging in greater numbers.
Study: Smartwatch app could inspire more frequent physical activity
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An interdisciplinary study conducted by researchers at Virginia Tech suggests the secret to obtaining your summertime fitness goals.
Sen. Warner applauds unmanned systems priorities in FAA bill
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The Senate Commerce Committee has approved legislation to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration through 2021.
Thermo Fisher Scientific to invest $9.5 million to expand operation in Frederick County
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Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. will invest $9.5 million in its medical device manufacturing operation in Frederick County.
George Mason announces dedicated basketball practice facility
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Construction of the dedicated George Mason University Basketball Practice Facility commenced on June 1.
UVA gets $8.6 million for major lung transplant effort
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The UVA School of Medicine has received $8.6 million in federal grants to support efforts that could increase the number of lungs available for transplant.
Child safety or parental duty? New study maps out core concepts in the vaccination debate
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The recent measles outbreak in Minnesota has been a reminder of how vaccination skeptics can elevate an entire community’s risk of infection.
Nation’s land-grant universities are source of education, ag evolution
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Grads of Virginia State and Virginia Tech have participated in a long-celebrated partnership between U.S. land-grant universities and agriculture.
Bipartisan bill to advance development of unmanned aircraft systems
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Bipartisan legislation would advance the development of unmanned aircraft systems and build on the FAA’s efforts to safely integrate them.
