Some discoveries start small
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The Wright Brothers’ story is proof that scientific discoveries become engines for America’s competitiveness and inspiration of hope for millions across the globe.
Search Results for Virginia Tech research
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UVA News: What happens when you let students invest the endowment?
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At the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business, $10 million of the school’s endowment is not managed by investment firms, faculty or administrators. It is managed by MBA students.
Scientists find that saline solution composition can affect cardiac response differently
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Saline solution is a staple of every hospital. No matter the ailment, doctors have known for more than a century that saline is key to keeping patients hydrated and maintaining their blood pressure levels.
Western Washington University professor completes study of mercury contamination in South River
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The South River flows along the western foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, coiling its way across farmlands and through small towns, marching north to join first the Shenandoah and then the Potomac before eventually emptying into the Chesapeake Bay.
Scientists embark on expedition to Antarctica to study temperature effects on the brain
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A team of scientists with the Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute will travel to Antarctica to find out, for the first time, how rising temperatures affect the brains and hearts of the icefish – and what it means for the rest of the world.
Farmers seek balance in drone regulations
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As the Federal Aviation Administration drafts final regulations for the use of unmanned aircraft in agriculture, farmers are seeking to protect privacy and reap the benefits of a new tool for precision agriculture.
Successful ecological restoration must meet more robust standards
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In a succession of international agreements, most recently the 2014 U.N. Climate Summit, governments worldwide have pledged to restore degraded ecosystems to address climate change.
UVA Board of Visitors extends contract of President Teresa Sullivan
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The University of Virginia Board of Visitors approved an extension of President Teresa A. Sullivan’s employment contract on Tuesday during a special meeting in Charlottesville.
Scientists find neural signals predict conformity with social signals of safety and risk
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The hottest hairstyle, the latest extreme sport, the newest viral stunt – trends happen for a reason and now scientists have a better understanding of why.
Bloomaker celebrates greenhouse expansion
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Bloomaker USA, maker and world innovator in long-life flower bulbs and indoor garden products, celebrated the official ribbon cutting on its new greenhouses on May 15th with a ribbon cutting program and grand opening celebration.
