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Article ItemWhole Health consortium advances mental, rural, and technology research , article
Six teams received funding to accelerate innovative, community-engaged research in mental health, rural health, and technology.
Date: Mar 06, 2026 - -
Article ItemNational Academy of Inventors names 12 faculty members as senior members , article
The National Academy of Inventors currently counts 945 senior members who collectively hold more than 11,000 U.S. patents — intellectual property that strengthens competitiveness, attracts private-sector partnership, and converts research into tangible economic and societal value.
Date: Mar 05, 2026 - -
General ItemHeading up safety beyond helmets
During the last 15 years, the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab has developed a reputation for keeping people safe by empowering them to select the best headgear.
Date: Mar 03, 2026 - -
Article ItemDepartment of Biomedical Engineering launches with new name , article
The change from Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics reflects not only a more targeted academic focus, but a recommitment to advancing innovation and life-changing biomedical research.
Date: Feb 06, 2026 - -
Article ItemA legacy of hope: Buddha’s contribution to cancer research , article
Through his participation, Buddha, a 7-year-old mixed breed dog, became part of the growing knowledge on histotripsy, a legacy that may help save others in the future.
Date: Jan 15, 2026 - -
Video ItemHelmet Lab testing supports Australian athlete , video
Caleb Daniel, the North Melbourne professional AFL footballer, and the Australian-based company SWAARM visits the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab. Daniel wears soft head protection made by SWAARM when he competes, which helps reduce the impact forces that can cause concussions.
Date: Dec 01, 2025 - -
Video ItemStudents design prosthetic foot for young swimmer , video
Biomedical engineering made swimming more joyful for an eight-year-old girl from Lynchburg, Virginia. Hadlee needed a long-lasting prosthetic foot that could move freely in the water and on the pool deck. Through in-depth testing, hands-on research, and help from an Olympic swimmer, the students from a senior design team in Virginia Tech’s Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics tackled the challenge — and developed a solution that not only advances engineering knowledge but had a powerful real-world impact on a little girl who loves everything about swimming.
Date: Nov 24, 2025 - -
Article Item‘Curious Conversations’ podcast: Robin Queen talks about knee injuries and recovery , article
Queen shared insights about the common mechanisms of injury, the impact of age and gender, and the importance of recovery and prevention strategies. She also provided general advice for athletes of all ages on injury prevention and recovery.
Date: Nov 17, 2025 - -
Video ItemGlobal Impact in Virginia Tech's Helmet Lab , video
From Nerf toys to fireworks to helmet testing for equestrian and even youth hockey, a wide variety of research takes place at Virginia Tech’s Helmet Lab. Every test raises the bar for safety and the lab’s cutting-edge research is driving industry safety standards.
Date: Oct 20, 2025 - -
Article ItemUnraveling the secrets of ‘chemo brain’ , article
A new study by Jennifer Munson and Monet Roberts suggests memory problems and inability to concentrate following chemotherapy could result from poor lymphatic-system drainage in response to the cancer drugs.
Date: Oct 13, 2025 - -
Article ItemFirst-ever construction helmet ratings show modern designs can save lives , article
The lab's first safety helmet rating system is based on data from worksite falls and draws a sharp distinction between traditional “hard hats,” known as Type I helmets, and Type II helmets that feature interior energy-absorbing materials.
Date: Sep 22, 2025 - -
Article ItemPredicting where a deadly brain cancer might go next , article
Cancer researcher Jennifer Munson describes a novel method for identifying where glioblastoma is likely to recur based on fluid moving through and near the tumor.
Date: Sep 09, 2025 - -
Article ItemFrom running to research: Engineering student interns at Adidas , article
Combining a mechanical engineering major with a biomedical engineering minor, senior John Linehan used a six-month stint with Adidas in Germany to explore the biomechanics of athletic shoes.
Date: Aug 12, 2025 - -
Article ItemVisit from Malawi university leaders sparks new ideas for global collaboration , article
Virginia Tech and the Malawi University of Science and Technology are expanding a longtime partnership that connects students and researchers across engineering, medicine, public health, and design.
Date: Jun 12, 2025 - -
Video ItemNational Biomechanics Day , video
Each April, BEAM celebrates National Biomechanics Day by inviting local high school students to campus for a day filled with hands on activities highlighting all the field of biomechanics has to offer.
Date: Apr 16, 2025 - -
Video ItemWhat is histotripsy and how does it work? , video
On this episode of Engineering Explained… What is histotripsy? Where is histotripsy available? What are the side effects? Is it only for the liver? Can it be used in other applications? Eli Vlaisavljevich provides his expertise on the fascinating field of non-invasive cancer therapy! While bubbles, clouds, and funny looking speakers may sound imaginary, histotripsy is the real deal. By using targeted ultrasound frequencies, it provides a friendlier alternative to the traditional radiation or surgical counterparts, creating a safe, highly precise tool for treating more than just cancer. Want to know more about what histotripsy is? See Eli's lab below: https://ultrasound-lab.beam.vt.edu/
Date: Feb 12, 2025 - -
Article ItemMichael Bartlett, Steve Rowson named senior members of the National Academy of Inventors , article
The award recognizes Bartlett and Rowson as rising leaders in their fields with success in patents, licensing, and commercialization and for producing technologies that have brought, or aspire to bring, real impact on the welfare of society.
Date: Mar 08, 2024 - -
Article ItemGraduate students vie for top prizes in science fair with a twist , article
Elementary students judged Virginia Tech graduate students' research presentations at the Flip the Fair event held at the Melrose Branch Library in Roanoke.
Date: Oct 17, 2023 - -
Video ItemHokie spirit drives alumni in the Division of Campus Planning Infrastructure and Facilities , video
Preparing for homecoming by talking with alumni Travis Jessee class of '05, Nam Nguyen class of '88, and Sandra Graham class of '96 about their time as students at Virginia Tech, as well as reflecting on their transition to employees within the Division of Campus Planning Infrastructure and Facilities.
Date: Oct 02, 2023 - -
Video ItemFuture bioengineers get a head start on the fall semester , video
The VT-ESTEEMED program is providing educational opportunities that inspire students from diverse backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented in the biomedical and behavioral sciences, to pursue advanced studies and careers in research. The program activities begin the summer preceding the freshman year and extend through the summer following the sophomore year of undergraduate studies.
Date: Jul 21, 2023 -
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