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Research Expertise
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Article ItemExperts: How a remote Russia quake shook the Pacific and what we can learn from it , article
Virginia Tech experts weighed in on the historical nature of the earthquake in Russia, the widespread impacts, and what we can expect from these types of events in the future.
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Article ItemExpert explains recent 'close call' between a SkyWest jet and a U.S. Air Force jet , article
Virginia Tech aerospace engineer Ella Atkins offered her expert opinion about the near-miss aviation incident in North Dakota.
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Article ItemCanine hot spots: Understanding, treating, and preventing summer skin woes , article
As summer approaches, dog owners may notice their furry friends developing hot spots, a common and often painful skin condition. This raises questions about what causes these lesions, how they are treated, and most importantly, how to prevent them in the first place. Ivan Ravera, a clinical assistant professor of veterinary dermatology at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine,, explains.
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Article ItemExpert discusses the implications of Trump’s plans for artificial intelligence , article
President Donald Trump intends to unveil an Artificial Intelligence Action Plan aimed at keeping the United States at the forefront of AI development. Virginia Tech communications expert Cayce Myers, versed in the legal issues surrounding AI, shared analysis of the Trump administration’s AI strategy and its goals.
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Article ItemTips for preserving summer produce safely from a Virginia Cooperative Extension expert , article
Lester Schonberger, associate Extension specialist, offers guidance on safe home food preservation methods, including freezing, canning, pickling, and dehydrating, to make the most of your harvests.
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Article ItemHomegrown doesn't mean risk-free: Tips for safe handling of garden produce from an expert , article
Even produce from the backyard garden should be washed and handled safely to prevent foodborne illness.