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- - Virginia Tech veterinarians and technicians organize to provide emergency relief shelters for neglected dogs in crisis
    On May 10, a group of Virginia Tech veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and veterinary students, along with four carpenters/contractors and other volunteers, will work together with a goal of constructing up to 100 emergency dog shelters for dogs enduring crisis living conditions in underserved rural counties.
- - Media Advisory: Virginia Tech forum explores the topic of hemp research and production
    After many years as an illegal crop, hemp is back in Virginia, and this time, it could prove to be even more versatile even than ever. Researchers are finding new ways to use this easy to cultivate, renewable resource.
- - Media Advisory: Virginia Tech’s award winning ‘FutureHAUS’ - the world’s best solar home - takes center stage in Times Square
    Virginia Tech's award-winning FutureHAUS will be on display in Times Square during NYCxDESIGN, New York City’s annual event that celebrates the world of design and attracts designers from across the globe.
- - Media Advisory: Virginia Tech to host briefing on state’s higher education package
    Virginia Tech will brief local government officials on the state’s $1.1 billion higher education package and how it will drive investment and growth in Southwest Virginia and across the commonwealth.
- - Media invited to attend College of Architecture and Urban Studies open house at Research + Demonstration Facility on April 26, 27
    Media are invited to tour one of Virginia Tech's most dynamic research facilities with the College of Architecture and Urban Studies on April 26 and 27.
- - Media Advisory: Virginia Tech community invited to celebrate Growley’s birthday
    The Virginia Tech campus community is invited to help Growley celebrate his 6th birthday
- - Multistate E. coli outbreak linked to ground beef; consumers should take precautions to stay safe, says Virginia Tech food safety expert
    Despite the widespread nature of the outbreak there are basic steps consumers can take to reduce their chance of infection, according to Virginia Tech food safety expert Robert Williams
- - Virginia Tech expert available to discuss Notre Dame’s special place in the heart of France
    “Notre Dame survived many wars, including two world wars, the French Revolution in 1789, which caused significant damage, but since the 13th century, Parisians have had it as their daily companion.”
- - “The culmination of everything.” Game of Thrones expert available to discuss the final season
    The final season of Game of Thrones begins Sunday, April 14, 2019.
- - Media Advisory: Building the Tech-Talent Pipeline to Boost Economic Development in Northern Virginia
    Join Virginia Tech’s Dean of Engineering Julia Ross to learn how the university will help transform and sustain Northern Virginia as a leading magnet for tech talent and innovation that supports business growth and fosters economic opportunity for the region.
- - Israel election - foreign policy expert available to discuss political implications in the Middle East
    Virginia Tech expert Joel Peters is available to discuss the results of the election, the makeup of the next Israeli government, and the potential for change in Israel’s domestic politics and foreign policy.
- - Media Advisory: Award-winning Virginia Tech FutureHAUS back from Dubai; Media preview now scheduled for April 3
    The Virginia Tech ‘home of the future’ is back from the Solar Decathlon Middle East where it won first place overall.
- - Advice for the winner of the fourth-largest jackpot in U.S. lottery history
    Wednesday night’s Powerball jackpot would be the fourth-largest in U.S. lottery history. Virginia Tech finance professor Derek Klock offers some timely advice should you find yourself with the winning $750 million dollar ticket.
- - Media Invite: On the Record with Virginia Tech
    Join Virginia Tech along with urban planning and policy experts to learn about effective European models that could offer innovative solutions to improve regional coordination and public transportation challenges in the D.C. metro area.
- - Virginia wine looking to bounce back after wettest growing season
    There are plenty of reasons to be optimistic about Virginia’s wine industry, which has seen significant growth and generated over a billion dollars in economic impact annually, creating thousands of job opportunities.
- - Tips for protecting trees and plants from late winter cold temperatures
    Cold temperatures and late winter snow can place many types of trees and plants at risk, says Virginia Cooperative Extension agriculture expert Kirsten Ann Conrad.
- - Media Advisory: Virginia Tech to host the Honorable Mike Rogers to discuss national security threats
    The School of Public and International Affairs at Virginia Tech in the National Capital Region will launch its Distinguished Speaker Series with the Honorable Mike Rogers to discuss "Persistent & Emerging U.S. National Security Threats."
- - Media Advisory: Virginia Tech speaker highlights the changing nature of work
    Pressure to automate is growing as companies seek to cut labor costs in a tight job market. U.S. companies installed more robots last year than ever before. Many experts describe automation and labor markets as one of the most pressing business issues of the 21st century.
- - Daylight saving time change can enhance driver fatigue, drowsy driving
    When the clocks spring forward (March 10, 2019), Americans generally are initially more sleep deprived and occasionally commuting during morning darkness.
- - What is hempcrete? Experts available for interview
    Hempcrete is “a mixture of hemp hurds and Portland cement that is viewed as a useful and more sustainable building material” said Virginia Tech industrial hemp-use expert John Fike, “because it is a natural plant product which can sequester carbon at the same time as it’s being used to insulate living and work spaces.”

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