College of Science

Researchers study parenting behaviors of stressed-out birds

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Virginia Tech biologists recently received a $705,000 National Science Foundation grant to study how tree swallows respond to stress as well as the behaviors that stress produces.

New technology allows scientists to watch cancer cells in action at unprecedented resolution

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Researchers at the Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute have developed a new affinity technology device that allows biologists to peer closely into the world of cells and molecules within a native, liquid environment.

Gifted students from Saudi Arabia study science in Blacksburg

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0500

The students are spending a year with the Language and Culture Institute and the College of Science before attending Virginia Tech or other U.S. universities.

Museum of Geosciences receives gift to support STEM

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Representatives from Northrop Grumman recently paid a visit to Virginia Tech's Museum of Geosciences to present a donation that will support the museum's new OmniGlobe.

Group settings can diminish expressions of intelligence, especially among women

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Research led by scientists at the Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute found that small-group dynamics can alter the expression of IQ in some susceptible people, with women disproportionately affected.

Forum on human rights features student research

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500

"Human Rights: Witnessing and Responsibility," a dean's research forum sponsored by the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences, will be held at Virginia Tech on Jan. 27.

Research building certified Gold by U.S. Green Building Council

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500

ICTAS II is the first research building, and the second building on campus to be awarded the Gold certification. The Henderson Hall renovation and Theatre 101 project received Gold certification in 2010.

Nancy L. Ross named head of Department of Geosciences

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Ross has been serving as the associate dean for research, graduate affairs, and outreach in the College of Science since 2004.

Student group promotes knowledge of intellectual property law as part of a well-rounded education

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Students who enjoy studies where disciplines overlap and where there is the potential for discovery and taking products to market formed the Student Intellectual Property Society at Virginia Tech.

Virginia Tech's Upward Bound director retires after 30 years

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500

After a long career with Virginia Tech, Tom Wilson retires as director of Upward Bound/Talent Search.

New residential community bridges science, engineering programs

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500

The university's four STEM living-learning communities will be housed under one roof to promote a sense of community across the sciences, but each will retain its own identity.

Translational medicine turns Virginia Tech's innovations in the life sciences into clinical solutions

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Virginia Tech is developing plans for a Translational Medicine Building, which will include an expansion of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital as well as research laboratories and training spaces for interdisciplinary research among three colleges.

Davidson Hall to undergo $31.1 million transformation

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Over winter break, the majority of Davidson Hall will be demolished to make way for the first phase of a renovation project that will increase the functionality and efficiency of chemistry labs and classroom space.

Undergraduate student Kevin Izadpanah receives Gallagher Koster Health Careers Scholarship

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Recipients are selected based on his or her demonstration of a strong motivation to pursue a health care career, academic excellence, and a dedication to community service.

2011 Fall Commencement ceremonies to be held Friday, Dec. 16

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Approximately 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students will be honored during Fall Commencement ceremonies to be held in Cassell Coliseum on the Virginia Tech campus.

Mild cognitive impairment distresses health of caregiver

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500

When a person with mild cognitive impairment is agitated or restless, caregivers can expect to find they are more edgy as well.

Graduate students receive William Preston Society Thesis awards

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Both theses have been also been submitted as nominees for the Conference of Southern Graduate Schools Master's Thesis Awards for outstanding research.

Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, Hokie football team to highlight the colors at ACC Championship game

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Cadets Kyle Hooper and Brian Gendreau were selected to travel to the ACC Championship game in recognition of their outstanding performance this fall.

Pritchard Academic Resource Center brings tutoring, advising into residence halls

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500

The center offers tutoring, transition advising, academic success workshops, and other resources to support learning.

Edward F.D. Spencer, Jaan Holt to deliver 2011 fall commencement addresses

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Spencer will address undergraduate students at the University Ceremony, which begins at 11 a.m., and Holt will speak at the Graduate School Ceremony, which begins at 3 p.m., both at Cassell Coliseum.

College of Science alumnus wins 'Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions'

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Roger Craig, from Newark, Del., a 1999 College of Science graduate with two bachelor's degrees (one in biological sciences and one in biochemistry), has won the "Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions."

Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, Hokie football team to highlight the colors at University of Virginia game

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Cadet Elaine Altman and Cadet Faith Mueller will travel with the football team after being recognized for their outstanding performance this semester.

Brain imaging, behavior research reveals physicians learn more by paying attention to failure

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500

All the physicians in the study included irrelevant criteria in their decisions about treatment.

Spring commencement, convocation schedule revamped; University Commencement ceremony to begin at noon on Friday starting in 2012

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500

The university will again make residence hall rooms and suites available for families who wish to stay on campus during commencement weekend.

Virginia Tech's door opened and they came

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Visitors included folks from the university community, alumni, donors, and curious children and adults from all over the state. The hundreds who came had a chance to learn about such things as cows with portholes, race cars, snakes, flowers, and how disease spreads.

Research team explores how microbial diversity defends against disease

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Lisa Belden, a researcher affiliated with the Fralin Life Science Institute at Virginia Tech, is leading a team of researchers from Virginia Tech, James Madison University, Villanova University, and the Smithsonian Institution who will study the microbial communities living on the skins of frogs that are surviving a fungal scourge.

Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, Hokie football team to highlight the colors at North Carolina game

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Three freshman cadets were nominated by their cadet chain of command to receive the flags at the University of North Carolina football game.

$1,112,703,977 raised during The Campaign for Virginia Tech: Invent the Future

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 22:27:00 -0500

Virginia Tech President Charles W. Steger on Saturday night announced the university had exceeded the $1 billion goal of The Campaign for Virginia Tech: Invent the Future, an eight-year fundraising initiative that was supported by nearly 170,000 contributors.

Frank Beamer to spread Hokie Fever 'fandemic' campus-wide

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500

University Open House attendees can join the "fandemic" on Saturday, Nov. 12. At the end of their stay, each participant can check in to learn how widespread "Hokie Fever" is and be included in chances to win prizes.

Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets alumnus named Georgia Tech game Hokie Hero

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Capt. Danny Kane, U.S. Army, Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets Class of 2002 is serving his second combat deployment in Iraq.

Crystals, collaborations, and globes -- new ways to teach and learn

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0400

The College of Science has unveiled new methods for teaching and researching, including a special classroom, an unusual globe that gives insight to factors that effect Earth and the status of the planet, and a way to use crystallized molecules to design drugs.

College of Science alumnus Roger Craig to appear on 'Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions'

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Roger Craig, from Newark, Del., a 1999 College of Science graduate with two bachelor's degrees (one in biological sciences and one in biochemistry), has been selected to appear on the Jeopardy Tournament of Champions.

Alpha Delta Pi sorority wins prestigious national award

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0400

The sorority was honored based on a decade of outstanding performance at the national level.

Renowned origami artist to demonstrate connection between art and science

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Robert Lang, a physicist and origami artist, will give a free public presentation titled "From Flapping Birds to Space Telescopes: the Modern Science of Origami," on Tuesday, Nov. 15 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in Room 140 Hahn Hall North.

Researchers track brain's dopamine release, its effect on decision-making

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute scientists and their colleagues have developed a biocompatible microsensor that can detect dopamine release in the human brain, and have used it to track decision making.

Virginia Tech partnership promotes national chemistry model

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

The Department of Chemistry in the College of Science will undergo a significant upgrade of its laboratories thanks in part to a generous gift from Agilent Technologies.

Virginia Tech crowns 2011 Homecoming King and Queen

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Seniors Sue Buyrn and Kyle Amonson won this year's titles.

Photos: In the physics lab

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 18:00:00 -0400

Virginia Tech Language and Culture Institute expands, adds new programs and staff

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

With a 300 percent growth in student enrollment over last year and a doubling of office and classroom space, the Virginia Tech Language and Culture Institute is setting records as it serves international students and others.

Physicist Vito Scarola named DARPA Young Faculty Award winner

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Vito Scarola, assistant professor of physics, was recently named a Young Faculty Award winner by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency.

In memoriam: Ramaswamy (Raju) Raghavan, professor of physics in the College of Science

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Ramaswamy (Raju) Raghavan, professor of physics in the College of Science passed away Oct. 20, 2011. He was the beloved husband, brother, uncle, teacher, and colleague of many from all around the world.

U.S. Army awards $1.5 million to Arlington Center for sleep research

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

The Arlington Innovation Center: Health Research, of Virginia Tech's National Capital Region, has been awarded a $1.5 million cooperative research and development agreement from the U.S. Army for neuroimaging studies of human performance.

In memoriam: Joseph Ba Ngo, junior in the College of Science and member of the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Joseph Ba Ngo, a junior majoring in biological sciences in the College of Science and member of the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, passed away on Oct. 22, 2011 in Blacksburg. He was 20 years old.

Panhellenic Council wins top awards at national conference

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

The council, which governs the university's 12 National Panhellenic Conference sororities, was awarded three of the conference's highest honors.

Virginia Tech's Student Government Association works to bring positive change to campus

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

The elected student governing body offers undergraduates a way to get involved through various initiatives to improve campus life.

Bed bug insecticide resistance mechanisms identified

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Discoveries about the genetic basis for bed bugs' resistance to popular insecticides will accelerate efforts to understand the biochemical basis for resistance and provides molecular markers for surveillance.

Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, Hokie football team to highlight the colors at Wake Forest game

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Two cadets were selected for this honor for the Wake Forest game in recognition of their outstanding performance as cadre sergeants this semester.

Visiting scholar is pioneer of targeted drug delivery

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Claus-Michael Lehr, a leader in research on the transport of medicine across biological membranes -- a key step in efficient drug delivery to the body -- will be a visiting scholar.

Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets to host U.S. Coast Guard flyover for Miami game

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Come see the MH-65D Dolphin helicopter wow the crowd at Lane Stadium on Saturday.

Virginia Tech announces national addiction registry

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

The new National Quit & Recovery Registry is helping scientists and addicts work toward the same goal: success in beating addiction.