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National Academy of Inventors names 12 faculty members as senior members , articleThe 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 - -
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Heading up safety beyond helmetsDuring 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 - -
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Drone maker's flights over people accelerated by Virginia Tech experts , articleResearchers recently helped Skydio, the leading U.S. drone manufacturer, demonstrate compliance to the Federal Aviation Administration’s rules for safe flights over people and vehicles. The San Mateo, California-based company supplies drones to customers in public safety, utilities, and national security.
Date: Feb 09, 2026 - -
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Department of Biomedical Engineering launches with new name , articleThe 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 - -
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Helmet Lab releases its first ratings for youth hockey helmets , articleThe lab tested 33 helmets, giving each a star rating from 0 to 5, with the latter being the top performing products.
Date: Dec 16, 2025 - -
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 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 - -
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First-ever construction helmet ratings show modern designs can save lives , articleThe 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 - -
Video ItemRating system expands to include construction helmets , video
Known for its ratings system for sports helmets, the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab turns its attention to safety helmets, finding that those with energy-absorbing materials and chin straps significantly reduce the risk of catastrophic injuries for workers.
Date: Sep 19, 2025 - -
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Experts available: Football helmets, FBI scam warning, beef prices going up, and more , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news, including football helmets ahead of the season, a new FBI scam warning, beef prices going up, and more. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Date: Aug 25, 2025 - -
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From running to research: Engineering student interns at Adidas , articleCombining 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 - -
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Dick's Sporting Goods, Helmet Lab partner for a winning combination , articleThe lab’s peer-reviewed and published STAR helmet rating system is now available in all the store's retail locations.
Date: Jul 25, 2025 - -
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Helmet Lab updates its rating system for football and bicycle helmets , articleSafety improvements to helmets led the lab to update its STAR rating system to ensure it is differentiating the most high-performing helmets.
Date: Jul 17, 2025 - -
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Virginia Tech expert recommends a 'designated driver' for fireworks safety , articleStefan Duma, University Distinguished Professor and the Harry C. Wyatt Professor of Engineering, offers tips for avoiding fireworks-related injuries this Fourth of July, including advice for not drinking and detonating.
Date: Jun 30, 2025 - -
Video ItemFireworks to avoid during July 4th , video
How can you stay safe while using fireworks during your Fourth of July celebration? Which fireworks are the most dangerous? How do fireworks cause eye injuries? Stefan Duma, University Distinguished Professor, the Harry C. Wyatt Professor of Engineering at Virginia Tech, demonstrates which fireworks are most likely to cause eye injuries. He explains Virginia’s firework laws and shares best practices for handling them safely. Duma, as founder of the Helmet Lab, studies all kinds of injuries. His research on eye and head injuries began with support from the Department of Defense to help protect military personnel from shrapnel. It has since expanded to include consumer products such as Nerf toys and fireworks. Curious about the Helmet Lab? Learn more below: https://bold.beam.vt.edu/BOLDLabs/HelmetLab.html
Date: Jun 27, 2025 - -
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Experts available: Papal conclave, Trump's first 100 days, Canada's election, Google's monopoly hearing, and more , articleVirginia Tech experts can discuss the upcoming papal conclave, Trump's first 100 days, Canada's federal elections, Google's monopoly hearing, flood risk in the Pacific Northwest, and more.
Date: Apr 28, 2025 - -
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Updated equestrian helmet ratings system adds racing and high-speed events , articleBuilding on previous research, the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab released an updated set of equestrian ratings that considers impact scenarios where the horse and rider are moving with horizontal velocity, which typically occurs in racing and cross-country events.
Date: Apr 28, 2025 - -
Video ItemVirginia Tech Helmet Lab updates their ratings for equestrian helmets , video
The rating system update stems from recommendations by the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) to test for more impacts that include a wider range of equestrian events.
Date: Apr 28, 2025 - -
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Virginia Tech leads in safety on and off the football field , articleResearchers set the tone for safety in college football with trailblazing tests on helmet covers.
Date: Oct 15, 2024 - -
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Experts available: Presidential race, Northern Lights, Europa Clipper, Helene/Milton recovery, and more , articleVirginia Tech experts are available to discuss the tight Presidential race, the return of the Northern Lights, the SpaceX booster catch and NASA Europa Clipper events, recovery efforts for Hurricanes Helene and Milton, and more.
Date: Oct 14, 2024 -
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