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Beautiful Gardens help grow Virginia's green industry

This green partnership has begun to develop new and test under-used varieties of ornamental germplasm through a research-based plant introduction program.

Student group 'makes the switch' for the environment

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Study: Bears may answer human health questions

Hibernating black bears could hold a key to treating osteoporosis and depression, say Virginia Tech wildlife researchers.

Undergraduate works in Mali to save innocent lives

Senior Christine George is helping fight the spread of yellow fever and dengue carried by the Aedes mosquito.

Environmentally conscious solutions to eroding streams

Stroubles Creek restoration offers model for reversing effects of pollution on nation’s streams and waterways.

So what are free radicals?

Researchers have developed an antioxidant delivery system to target specific cell receptors present in the lower airways of RAO-affected horses.

Fitting in: In housing, it's what's inside that counts

Theme housing groups students with shared interests. The approach engages students and gives them tools for success.

International preparation for global energy business

The Executive Energy Management Program is helping Indian engineers enhance their global leadership skills.

Students use elbow grease to deliver message of thanks

Some 2,500 students banded together this spring for a project with a 'Big' purpose: dedicating their Saturday to thank community residents.

Kids' online privacy

After discovering that parents did not know how to protect their children's online privacy, a Virginia Tech team went to work on a solution.

Hokies football lines up to prevent head injuries

Biomechanics researchers are working implements that help reduce impact-related injuries on the field and in your car.

Center puts Virginia a step ahead of natural disasters

An interdisciplinary effort uses geospatial information technology to save money, assist federal programs and help safeguard Virginia.

Study is helping children stare fear in the face

The Child Study Center aims to arm children and parents with ways to conquer childhood phobias, such as fear of dogs.

Noteworth alum has fistful of firsts and years of service

Jerry Gaines has spent 35 years giving back in education. This trailblazing former student-athlete leads by example.

Theatre arts links campus and community in creativity

This acclaimed program blends challenging academic standards with inventive vision. The results touch lives and inspire change.

Collaboration helps students become better scientists

The interdisciplinary MILES program is targeting pressing health issues by looking at free-radical and oxidation processes.

100-Car Study marks first in transportation safety

Researchers at the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute are helping keep families safe on the road.