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First-in-humans discovery reveals brain chemicals working behind the scenes during decision-making

The idea that people make decisions based on social context is not a new one in neural economic games. But now, for the first time, researchers publishing in Nature Human Behavior show the impact of the social context may spring from the dynamic...
23-Feb-2024 2:05 PM EST Add to Favorites

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Forensic science combats wildlife trafficking

For pangolins in Africa, a pattern of overlapping scales is a vital armor against predatory lions, hyenas, snakes, and wild dogs. The scales – composed of the same keratin that makes up our fingernails – allow the threatened mammals to curl up...
7-Feb-2024 10:05 AM EST Add to Favorites

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Super Bowl experts: The big game, Taylor Swift's impact, a new era of ads, healthy eats, and more

For most people, the Super Bowl isn’t just about the game. For many, the food, commercials, and entertainment take center stage. Ahead of the big game, Virginia Tech experts can speak on a variety of topics, including Taylor Swift's impact on the...
5-Feb-2024 12:05 PM EST Add to Favorites

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Expert provides food safety tips following charcuterie meat Salmonella outbreak

Whether it’s building out a big spread for the Super Bowl or planning a Valentine’s Day meal, lots of people will be heading to the store these next few weeks to stock up on food. One item many might be considering is charcuterie.
5-Feb-2024 12:05 PM EST Add to Favorites

The ‘thing in my life that shaped me most’

The Fralin Biomedical Research Institute’s Neuromotor Research Clinic recently published findings in Behavioral Sciences demonstrating improved motor function for a wide range of diagnoses -- including cerebral palsy, stroke, traumatic brain...
17-Jan-2024 2:05 PM EST Add to Favorites

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Harnessing sensors, smart devices, and AI could transform agriculture

Biosensing engineer Azahar Ali, assistant professor of animal sciences and biological systems engineering at Virginia Tech, is bracing for the arrival of a fourth agricultural revolution.
4-Jan-2024 9:30 AM EST Add to Favorites

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Virginia Tech researchers awarded nearly $2 million to explore new treatment for Type 2 diabetes and obesity

A team of Virginia Tech researchers was awarded nearly $2 million from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease, part of the National Institutes of Health, to explore novel approaches for treating Type 2 diabetes and...
3-Jan-2024 9:30 AM EST Add to Favorites

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Study: From NYC to D.C. and beyond, cities on the East Coast are sinking

Major cities on the U.S. Atlantic coast are sinking, in some cases as much as 5 millimeters per year – a decline at the ocean’s edge that well outpaces global sea level rise, confirms new research from Virginia Tech and the U.S. Geological...
2-Jan-2024 2:05 PM EST Add to Favorites


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Women Leaders Who Have Broken Down Barriers: Global Politics Expert Reflects on Women’s History Month

Women’s History Month recognizes the achievements of women throughout the world. Virginia Tech political science expert Farida Jalalzai reflects on world leaders who are women, and how in recent years they’ve broken down barriers and expanded...
12-Mar-2024 9:05 AM EDT

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Expert says West Coast flooding, mudslides remain threat from multiple large winter storms

As California and the west coast stare down yet another major winter storm, the threat of devastating flooding and mudslides is even more urgent. Drew Ellis, a climate science and meteorology expert at Virginia Tech, explains what causes these...
23-Feb-2024 3:05 PM EST

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Political expert on what the GOP South Carolina primary means for Nikki Haley, Donald Trump

The Republican race for a candidate to take on President Joe Biden in November’s election continues to be a two-person show, with Saturday’s South Carolina primary the latest stage. Virginia Tech political expert Caitlin Jewitt answers questions...
23-Feb-2024 2:05 PM EST

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AI and the spread of fake news sites: experts explain how to counteract them

With national elections looming in the United States, concerns about misinformation are sharper than ever, and advances in artificial intelligence have made distinguishing genuine news sites from fake ones even more challenging. Virginia Tech...
23-Feb-2024 11:05 AM EST

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Expert shares advice on the most effective strategies for tax season

Navigating tax season can be a source of stress for many individuals. Virginia Tech finance expert Jesse Lineberry shares ways to stay ahead on tax season to avoid being overwhelmed as the April 15 deadline approaches. Get organized early. “With...
21-Feb-2024 10:05 AM EST

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Research grant aimed at improving wastewater monitoring for diseases in rural Appalachian communities

Testing wastewater to assess the spread of the COVID-19 virus became common and well-publicized during the pandemic, but it has been focused mostly on urban areas.
16-Feb-2024 10:05 AM EST

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Economist shares advice for managing your budget for Valentine’s Day

On Valentine’s Day, people celebrate their relationships with friends, family, or a significant other. Often, the expression of affection involves monetary expenditures. Jadrian Wooten, a Virginia Tech professor in the Department of Economics,...
12-Feb-2024 11:05 AM EST

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Chocolate and candy: The hidden Valentine's Day dangers to your pet's health

As Valentine's Day approaches, you may be planning to enjoy some chocolates and candies. While these sweet treats delight us, they can pose significant risks to our pets. Understanding what's enjoyable for us but might be harmful for our furry...
12-Feb-2024 11:05 AM EST

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