Study debunks 10 most popular claims against GMOs
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In light of the ongoing debate over genetically modified organisms,Popular Science magazine interviewed nearly a dozen scientists about 10 of the most common claims about GMOs.
Search Results for cancer
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VCU to study patient, public, institutional collaboration in research
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Researchers at VCU have been approved for a three-year, $749,000 funding award to demonstrate a new method for engaging stakeholders, especially patients, in framing research.
CIT GAP Funds invests in PhosImmune
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The Center for Innovative Technology (CIT) announced this week that it closed an investment in PhosImmune, a Charlottesville-based clinical-stage biotechnology company developing therapeutic cancer vaccines.
Augusta Health planning 20th anniversary celebration
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Augusta Health will celebrate its 20th anniversary in September, and many community events have been planned.
How people of color can improve their end-of-life healthcare
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I have learned that horrible situations with end-of-life healthcare are far too common in this country, especially in the African-American community.
Maximize the healthfulness of coffee by cold brewing, adding fat
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Coffee is more than just a morning ritual. It’s a delicious medicine that humans have been enjoying since the thirteenth century. As one of the best sources of antioxidants, coffee helps eliminate excess free radicals, which cause inflammation and cell damage.
VMI names Ashley Usera assistant AD for tickets, marketing
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Ashley Usera has been named Assistant Athletic Director for Tickets and Marketing at VMI, in an announcement made by Director of Athletics Dr. Dave Diles.
Augusta Health Beat: August 2014 Calendar of Events
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Calendar of events, programs and other scheduled activities at Augusta Health in August.
Promising antibiotic defies convention on treating superbug
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A new antibiotic being developed at the University of Virginia School of Medicine to combat the dangerous C. difficile superbug also appears effective against a wide array of other pathogens, including the Helicobacter pylori bacterium, a new study suggests.
Randy Forbes: Humanity’s greatest accomplishments
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At the time, and perhaps still today, many regarded it as one of humanity’s greatest accomplishments. In those days, Americans lived in fear of being struck by a disease that left its victims crippled and paralyzed.
