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Media Advisory: Virginia Tech opens new Counter-UAS Testing and Research Center to develop drone defense capability for the U.S. Army and civilian infrastructure , articleConflicts around the world have highlighted the alarming speed at which drones and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) are advancing, posing a major threat to law enforcement, soldiers, and critical infrastructure. As the importance and need for counter-UAS technology grows, Virginia Tech has established a state-of-the-art facility for counter-UAS research and operationally relevant testing.
Date: Aug 19, 2026 - -
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Virginia Cyber Range celebrates 10 years of advancing cybersecurity education , articleThe Virginia Cyber Range celebrates a decade of expanding access to hands-on cybersecurity education at its ninth annual Virginia Cybersecurity Education Conference.
Date: Aug 11, 2026 - -
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Designing tomorrow, today , articleFrom future-focused research to hands-on prototypes, industrial design students are gaining the skills to envision what’s next and create solutions for a rapidly changing world.
Date: Jul 16, 2026 - -
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David Raymond named associate vice president and chief information security officer , articleRaymond’s appointment aligns with an administrative policy update that provides a clear point of coordination for security-related compliance work and reporting across the university.
Date: Jul 13, 2026 -