Veterans’ challenges in transitioning to a civilian life
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To address war veteran problems, one must walk in their shoes. Learn the struggles of our retired soldiers in their hopes to enjoy civilian life.
Search Results for research
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A trans-Atlantic journey: How microbes and dust travel from Africa to the Americas
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Each year, over 180 million tons of dust are swept up from the Sahara Desert, blown across the western edge of Africa, wisped across the Atlantic Ocean, and deposited throughout the Americas. These are called dust plumes, and they carry more than just sand.
American Heart Association honors UVA endocrinologist for work on high blood pressure
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Robert M. Carey, MD, professor of medicine at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, has been named a Distinguished Scientist of the American Heart Association for his “extraordinary contributions” to cardiovascular research.
Instagram success stories: Transforming a desk job into an adventure photography business
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In 2009 adventure photographer Gregg Jaden had two near-death experiences that led to many years of healing.
Weekly roundup of climate, energy news: Sept. 6
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Climate Action Alliance of the Valley, a non-profit, grassroots group of volunteers in the Central Shenandoah Valley, produces The Weekly Roundup of Climate and Energy News to inform legislators and the public.
Positive and negative effects of marijuana
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Weed or marijuana has become popular over the years in the west and now is highly consumed for either medicinal purposes or for recreation.
Virginia Tech employee donates kidney to save co-worker’s life
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Four years ago, a casual hallway conversation between Virginia Tech “work buddies” Brian Huddleston and Heather Parrish led them to embark on a life-transforming journey.
Custom face shields developed at Virginia Tech tackle COVID-19 for football players
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Football is a contact sport. Tackles and huddles and scrimmages position players inches from each other’s faces over and over again.
Study shows teens likely to drive less-safe vehicles
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A teenager’s first car is often a hand-me-down or an inexpensive older, smaller model, and that could be making an already high-risk segment of drivers even more unsafe.
The sound of plants dancing
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Close your eyes. Listen to what’s around you. What do you hear? Sure, you hear the sound of wind chimes or leaves fluttering in the wind, but can you hear the sounds of plants moving as they grow?
