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Excellence – and commitment – celebrated at VCU Faculty Convocation
Sept. 7, 2023
Seven educators and researchers are highlighted at 41st annual ceremony, where President Michael Rao links education and empathy.
Faculty Convocation will honor seven VCU educators and researchers for excellence
Aug. 31, 2023
Annual ceremony on Sept. 6 highlights teaching, scholarship and service.
More than ever, startups at VCU are turning ideas into businesses
July 11, 2023
Where science meets commerce, TechTransfer and Ventures is helping inventors find an audience beyond campus.
Five new Blick Scholars reflect how VCU junior faculty are making their mark in medical research
June 20, 2023
From longevity and neuroscience to asthma and health equity, these assistant professors are rising stars in their fields.
Fighting fentanyl
May 17, 2023
VCU researchers are spearheading efforts to reverse the toxicity of the potent synthetic.
DNA methylation markers for increased risk of schizophrenia identified for first time in newborns
May 15, 2023
Research will continue to develop potential future clinical biomarkers that will allow early detection and intervention, according to one of the VCU investigators who led the research team.
Celebrating its 125th birthday, VCU School of Pharmacy hits its stride
April 19, 2023
Much has changed since 1898, but the pharmacy school’s mission remains focused on health and community.
Virtual VCU worlds used to train, teach and treat in the real one
April 4, 2023
How researchers and faculty are building virtual reality applications to face society’s grand challenges.
Tiny nanoparticle could have big impact on patients receiving corneal transplants
March 23, 2023
In VCU-led studies, using nanoparticles to encapsulate eye medication decreased graft rejection while requiring fewer and smaller doses.
Drug delivery, new therapies, AI, VR: Array of VCU inventors receive Commercialization Fund awards
Feb. 28, 2023
Cholesterol drug may help treat eye disorders.