Researcher investigates false pregnancy in black bears
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A black bear’s ability to give birth during hibernation — a time when food and other resources are extremely limited — has always puzzled scientists.
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Researcher digs deep to investigate optimal plant production
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Some of nature’s most fascinating relationships happen beneath the soil, according to one Virginia Tech undergraduate researcher.
Researcher looks for ways to prevent and recover from running injuries
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Right in line with her athletic endeavors, Mackenzie Wernick is researching how fatigue affects a person’s loading symmetry when they run.
Drone research explores air traffic issues in power line inspections
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The Virginia Tech Mid-Atlantic Aviation Partnership, Dominion Virginia Power, and HAZON Solutions conducted drone research flights last week.
Researcher develops process to upsize nanostructures into 3-D printed materials
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For years, scientists and engineers have synthesized materials at the nanoscale level to take advantage of their mechanical, optical, and energy properties.
Virginia Tech researchers itching to learn more about poison ivy on the Appalachian Trail
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John Jelesko was hiking along the Appalachian Trail when he saw his quarry — one which other hikers would think of as their nemesis.
Students study earth science through lens of NASA research
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High school students from across the state are gathered this week at NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton.
Virginia Tech researchers find more aggressive behavior in city birds than rural ones
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No need to head to the movie theater or download the video game app: Angry Birds can be found right in your backyard this summer — if you live in the suburbs, that is.
Allergy-causing cells have unexpected life-saving role: UVA research
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Researchers at the UVA School of Medicine have identified immune cells vital for protecting us from potentially fatal C. difficile infection.
Warner, Kaine call on Senate leaders to support gun safety research
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Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine joined in a letter urging Senate leadership to block measures that undermine gun safety research.
