Briana Bittner
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Article ItemFrom microorganisms to Mars: Undergraduate research explores how to successfully grow crops in space , article
With support from the Virginia Space Grant Consortium, biological systems engineering senior Jessica Dodson looks to bridge synthetic biology and space agriculture, with potential applications for NASA and climate-resilient farming on Earth.
Date: May 13, 2025 -
Article ItemClass of 2025: April Sayers transfers engineering knowledge to inaugural programs , article
After transferring to Virginia Tech, April Sayers found her passion in biological systems engineering. Through research, leadership in ASABE, and service in the Defense Civilian Training Corps, she’s made a lasting impact.
Date: May 12, 2025 -
Article ItemClass of 2025: Reilly Oare named College of Engineering Outstanding Master's Student , article
Reilly Oare found her passion in using machine learning to improve stream habitat restoration. Her research helps environmental agencies make smarter decisions, while her love for the outdoors continues to inspire her work.
Date: May 12, 2025 -
Article ItemStudents engineer solutions in remote corners of the world , article
Virginia Tech students learned about water quality in the remote Himalayan mountains of Nepal during a three week long trip to improve irrigation.
Date: Oct 09, 2024 -
Article ItemClass of 2024: Julia Riley tackles challenges inside and outside of the classroom , article
“My journey at Virginia Tech has been an incredibly fulfilling one that continues to remind me that the unexpected parts of life can sometimes be the most rewarding," said Riley, the College of Engineering's Outstanding Senior.
Date: May 06, 2024 -
Article ItemInnovative screening can detect 'cancer fingerprint' in dogs , article
Using a unique urinalysis technique, researchers at Virginia Tech have created a simple, noninvasive, rapid screen to detect the presence of cancer in dogs.
Date: Feb 07, 2024 -
Article ItemStefan Roberts named head of the Department of Biochemistry , article
“I will ensure that we continue to build and expand on our strong record of significant contributions to both research and teaching,” said Roberts, who started in the position earlier in September.
Date: Oct 09, 2023