Student Research News
The sound of science: VCU students compose electronic music that incorporates environmental data gathered at VCU Rice Rivers Center
April 5, 2024
The ear, not just the eye, is a powerful route for experiencing and interpreting data, and a course that unites VCUarts and VCU Life Sciences is finding the harmony in nature.
How I found my research: Jennoa Fleming studies the small wonders of the rock pools to understand our future on Earth
March 27, 2024
Fleming has been researching the rock pools of the James River since she was a high school student. ‘Ecology is where I truly belong,’ she said. ‘I can’t imagine doing anything else.’
How I found my research: Jaelyn Jenifer hopes to be a ‘guardian of public health’
March 7, 2024
Undergraduate student researcher and aspiring forensic toxicologist studies medications used in the treatment of HIV infections.
Regular e-cigarette use could lead to premature vascular dysfunction, VCU study finds
March 5, 2024
As the devices grow in popularity, researchers warn that young adult users are showing reduced blood vessel function
In mind, body and digital souls, VCU doctoral student examines racism through the lenses of adolescence and parenting
Feb. 15, 2024
Developmental psychology researcher Stephen Gibson explores the intersection of teen mental health, online experiences and parent-child communication.
Through research and activism, VCU doctoral student explores gender, race, violence and culture – and wins American Society of Criminology award
Feb. 1, 2024
In their studies, in front of a classroom and in digital work, Kay Coghill sheds light on misogynoir and helps survivors of sexual violence.
How I found my research: Cameron Toler’s interest in the pathobiology of human disease is fueled by his own experience
Dec. 12, 2023
Toler, a senior biology major, has found his research footing working in the lab of Huiping Zhou, Ph.D., and studying a chronic liver disease that affects 1 in 4 adults.
Class of 2023: Alaina Holt’s research into vaping and THC-related products is helping keep the public safe
Dec. 4, 2023
Holt’s research mentor, Michelle Peace, said the doctoral student's tenacity, passion and positive energy have helped “make the magic happen” in the Laboratory for Forensic Toxicology Research.
Navy veteran and VCU doctoral student Jennifer Weggen is serving her military colleagues on many fronts
Nov. 8, 2023
Her research focus on PTSD, traumatic brain injury and heart health, and her work with student and alumni military groups, reflect a longstanding passion with family roots.
VCU awarded $3 million from the NIH to continue research training of students underrepresented in the sciences
Sept. 21, 2023
Two renewed grants, which support undergraduate and graduate students in pursuing biomedical and behavioral research, highlight VCU’s national standing.