Student Research News
Class of 2022: In the ‘Bug Lab,’ Eric Escobar-Chena gained a passion for research and a respect for insects
Nov. 18, 2022
Biology major is considering graduate school opportunities in ecology with a focus on field work and beetles.
Divorce or relationship discord between parents may indicate children’s genetic risk for future alcohol misuse
Nov. 16, 2022
A study, co-authored by a VCU developmental psychology doctoral student and a Rutgers researcher, found that experiencing adversities around divorce and marital discord can be “one pathway through which genetic risk for alcohol problems is passed from parents to their children.”
VCU forensic science department wins three research awards
Nov. 16, 2022
Scientists, who each worked in VCU’s Forensic Toxicology Research lab, honored at Society of Forensic Toxicologists meeting.
History buff and VCU graduate student Jacques Moore is fascinated with the British monarchy
Oct. 19, 2022
His interest led him to co-author a book that celebrated the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s reign.
Angela Lehman helps untangle Virginia’s school desegregation history
Oct. 7, 2022
Graduate student now eyes career related to museum or historic site work.
Adults who misused alcohol as teens report dissatisfaction and poor health in midlife, study finds
Sept. 27, 2022
A Virginia Commonwealth University- and Rutgers-led study of more than 2,700 pairs of twins showed the consequences of drinking in adolescence for health can last decades.
VCU student spends summer researching new HIV treatment
Sept. 9, 2022
Through internship program, Rhea Tammireddi was able to pursue her interest in virology.
‘Life-changing’ fellowship introduces undergraduates to cardiology, medical research
Aug. 29, 2022
Program offered through the VCU Health Pauley Heart Center brings students to MCV Campus for rotations and mentored research experience.
Student’s internship in Germany brings valuable research experience
Aug. 10, 2022
Abigail Andrade, a senior, worked with students as part of a study to find new ways to diagnose and treat autoimmune diseases.
Honors student, faculty member collaborate to improve HIV education
July 21, 2022
The goal of the project is a list of programs and curriculum that could be implemented in schools and communities.