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By sharing their insights, Virginia Tech researchers are helping you better understand today and how to prepare for tomorrow.
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Experts available: Iran War enters second month, Artemis II, spring & brain health, and more , articleVirginia Tech experts are available to talk about issues in the news and offer seasonal advice on boosting brain health and restoring winter-damaged lawns. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
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Spring is good for your brain, expert says , articleBenjamin Katz, associate professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Science at Virginia Tech, explains how spending time outdoors can sharpen attention spans, improve memory, and support overall cognition.
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Aerospace engineer explains the challenges and significance of Artemis II , articleThe successful launch of NASA’s Artemis II mission has started four astronauts on a 10-day journey to fly above the dark side of the moon and return to Earth. Virginia Tech aerospace engineer Samantha Parry Kenyon, who designs and builds sensors for satellites intended to last in the harsh environment of space, answers questions about Artemis II.
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Spring lawn care after a tough winter: Expert explains what to fix now and what to leave alone , articleAfter a harsh winter, many Virginia lawns look brown or damaged, but Virginia Tech turfgrass specialist Mike Goatley says patience is key. Rushing fertilizer or treatments too early can do more harm than good as grasses wait for warmer soils and longer days to recover.
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Here's why these foods are found on Easter tables , articleLamb, pork, eggs, Easter bread - Candace Buckner shares the history of traditional Easter foods and how they joined holiday tables.
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Experts available: Iran war, troops deployed, TSA executive order, new NASA launch, plus all about Easter treats , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news, including the escalating war in Iran, President Trump’s executive order to fund TSA agents, record budget standoff in Congress, the upcoming Artemis II launch, and more. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
