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College of Agriculture and Life Sciences launches Center for Advanced Innovation in Agriculture to prepare industry for future , articleThe Center for Advanced Innovation in Agriculture will focus on scientific discovery and the application of technology-driven innovative solutions for the agricultural challenges of tomorrow.
Date: Jan 22, 2021 -
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Grant aims to accelerate sustainable shellfish aquaculture and boost Virginia coastal economies , articleTo help bring seafood aquaculture farming on par with its land-based counterparts, the Virginia Seafood AREC received a $750,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture as part of a multi-institutional effort to accelerate sustainable farming efforts.
Date: Jan 21, 2021 -
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Why healthy eating can help you fight COVID-19 , articleA healthy diet is essential to building a strong immune system so that your body is less susceptible to infection, including the coronavirus, says Carlin Rafie, a registered dietitian and professor in Virginia Tech’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
Date: Jan 20, 2021 -
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Diversity Incentive Fund recipients aim to reduce food insecurity , articleEstablished in 2013, the Diversity Incentive Fund aims to create new opportunities that increase the understanding of, appreciation for, and advocacy of diversity issues through an annual fund amount of $2,000.
Date: Jan 20, 2021 -
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President Tim Sands highlights resiliency and progress in midst of pandemic , articleDuring the roughly 25-minute online presentation, Sands shared insights into COVID-19-related challenges met and lessons learned, as well as gave updates on progress made despite the pandemic in terms of new partnerships, new facilities, and new progress made toward the university’s long-term goals.
Date: Jan 13, 2021 -
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From Virginia Cooperative Extension to the Virginia Tech classroom , articleWhen classes went virtual due to COVID-19, Virginia Tech College of Agriculture and Life Sciences faculty and teaching assistants adapted the way they taught in order to continue to deliver a world-class education.
Date: Jan 13, 2021 -
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Virginia Tech Foundation names new CEO , articleElizabeth McClanahan, a former justice on the Supreme Court of Virginia who now serves as president and dean of the Appalachian School of Law, has been named CEO of the Virginia Tech Foundation.
Date: Dec 21, 2020 -
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Ideas for creating new holiday traditions and memorable moments during a pandemic , articleEven with social distancing and other COVID-19 protocols in place, it is still possible to create a memorable holiday season with traditions and memories that will extend beyond 2020.
Date: Dec 21, 2020 -
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Threading a (pine) needle: Virginia’s Big Tree Program finds balance between tree science and community engagement , articleThe success of the Virginia Big Tree Program helped move the commonwealth to the top spot on the National Register of Champion Trees.
Date: Dec 21, 2020 -
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College of Natural Resources and Environment members receive national recognition , articleJames Campbell was honored for lifetime achievement by AmericaView; Jennifer Gagnon and Adam Downing were named Fellows of the Society of American Foresters.
Date: Dec 16, 2020 -
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Timothy Miles named youth protection associate specialist , articleUnder Miles’ leadership, the newly created Virginia Tech Youth Protection Office will support efforts across the university to safeguard the wellbeing and to provide the best experience possible for children participating in programs conducted or hosted by the university.
Date: Dec 14, 2020 -
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Virginia Tech researcher appointed to National Research Institute’s advisory panel , articleSamantha Harden, an associate professor in Virginia Tech's Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, has been appointed by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute as a member of its Advisory Panel on Clinical Effectiveness and Decision Science.
Date: Dec 11, 2020 -
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Governor announces grant to fund medicinal herb project at Catawba Sustainability Center , articleThe money will be used to establish and maintain a propagation center for goldenseal, ramps, and black cohosh at the 377-acre farm property in Roanoke County.
Date: Dec 10, 2020 -
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Fighting COVID with nutrition and healthy living; expert advice from Virginia Tech nutritionist , article“We talk about masks, distancing, and washing your hands, but rarely do we talk about healthy eating as a way to strengthen your immune function,” said Virginia Tech nutritionist Carlin Rafie. “We need to be certain our messaging includes something more like - social distance AND let’s eat well.”
Date: Dec 10, 2020 -
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Outstanding alumni and friends recognized by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences , articleThe College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Alumni Organization held its annual Celebration of Ut Proism (That I May Serve) virtually on Oct. 8, honoring outstanding alumni and friends of the college.
Date: Nov 23, 2020 -
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Turkey with a side of new COVID-19-friendly traditions , articleVirginia Cooperative Extension offers ways to make the 2020 Thanksgiving holiday memorable for families and friends alike.
Date: Nov 23, 2020 -
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Research team led by Virginia Tech professor awarded $4 million grant to improve boxwood blight prevention , articleThe USDA NIFA grant was one of five involving Virginia Tech that total more than $18.6 million.
Date: Nov 19, 2020 -
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Powered by her family’s history in agriculture, 2020 Computing Innovation Fellow will work to advance the industry , articleBrianna Posadas joined the Department of Agricultural, Community, and Leadership Education in September 2020 as a prestigious 2020 Computing Innovation Fellow – one of only 59 selected across the country.
Date: Nov 18, 2020 -
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The human dimensions of water , articleLuke Juran’s research ranges from flooding and drought in India to residential water quality in Virginia.
Date: Nov 18, 2020 -
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Introducing PromethION24: the newest machine to join the Genomics Sequencing Center , articleThe new genomics sequencing machine, acquired through a first-of-its-kind USDA equipment grant, will be housed within Steger Hall's Genomics Sequencing Center and will provide genomic data for 18 diverse research groups at Virginia Tech.
Date: Nov 09, 2020
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