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What is balcony solar, and is it worth it? Expert explains , articleSolar energy can take many forms, but one of the newest in the United States is balcony solar. Virginia Tech energy expert Saifur Rahman explains that, unlike more traditional rooftop solar systems that have existed for decades, a balcony solar panel connects directly to the household electrical outlet, without any additional hardware.
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Experts break down the meaning and consequences of the Meta settlement , articleMeta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has agreed to a landmark settlement with 47 states in which it will take steps to limit the amount of time teens can spend on its platforms. Virginia Tech experts Megan Duncan, Cayce Myers, and Donna Wertalik dove into the details of the benefits and concerns for corporations and governments, parents and teens.
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Experts illuminate Dolly Parton’s legacy , articleThe world mourns the passing of country singer and pop culture icon Dolly Parton, whose appeal transcended genres and whose music, entrepreneurial savvy, and philanthropy has inspired multiple generations. Virginia Tech experts shared insights into the enormously consequential legacy she leaves behind.
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Expert offers advice on helping families survive back-to-school transition stress , articleNew school years, updated practice schedules, and packed calendars are hallmarks of shifting away from summer for many families. The season of transition and increased activities result in challenges for both parents and children, according to Paul Springer, a marriage and family expert at Virginia Tech. He offers insight into the root of some of those issues, measures that might help avoid them, and tips on mitigating any that might arise.
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Why water security is the next frontier of cyber warfare, according to expert , articleIn modern warfare and national defense, physical conflicts are increasingly preceded by silent cyberattacks on vital resource networks. Most recently, cyber intrusions struck water and wastewater utilities across at least seven U.S. states, prompting federal investigations into potential Iranian involvement amidst heightened U.S.-Iran tensions.
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Drought may alter the taste of your drinking water, expert says , article“With less precipitation and more heat, evaporation increases and the remaining minerals become more concentrated,” Virginia Tech expert says.
