Real World Research Expertise
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By sharing their insights, Virginia Tech researchers are helping you better understand today and how to prepare for tomorrow.
Research Expertise
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Moist summer could lead to spectacular fall foliage, expert explains , articleJohn Seiler, a Virginia Tech forestry professor and expert in tree physiology, explains why forest leaves found in Southwest Virginia will produce spectacular color displays regardless of the upcoming weather.
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Don't let this text be your last: Distracted driving expert shares ways to keep your eyes on the road , articleYou’re five times more likely to crash if you’re texting while driving, says Charlie Klauer, an associate professor in the Grado Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering and a research scientist at the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute.
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Expert tells what to expect when your pet is getting spayed or neutered , articleIt can be scary to think about your pet undergoing surgery, but spay and neuter procedures are common and generally low risk. Virginia Edwards, a veterinarian with the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, demystifies the process and lays out what to expect.
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Experts discuss factors driving beef prices so high , articleAmericans shopping for ground beef, New York strips, or sirloin in 2025 are paying for their love of beef through extreme sticker shock as prices continue to skyrocket. Agribusiness expert Mario Ortez Amador and economic expert David Bieri discuss the reasons for the rising prices and what it will take for them to abate.
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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.
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Hidden danger in the water: Protecting pets from blue-green algae , articleAs people and their pets seek relief from the heat in lakes and ponds, a Virginia Tech veterinary expert warns of a hidden danger lurking in the water. “Toxic cyanobacteria, commonly known as blue-green algae, can be fatal to pets within minutes of exposure,” said Alexandra Reddy with the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.
