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VMCVM Faculty Spotlight: Michelle Theus , articleMeet Michelle Theus, faculty member at VMCVM since 2012, whose work bridges neuroscience and collaborative learning. Passionate about mentoring, she finds purpose in helping students grow into confident thinkers and researchers. Whether exploring brain injury repair or encouraging resilience through failure, Michelle brings curiosity, compassion, and imagination to everything she does—including caring for her crew of cats, chickens, pigeons, and koi at home.
Date: Jan 15, 2026 - -
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Neurons within the brain localize genetic messages using simple rules, study finds , articleA new eNeuro study from the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute reveals how neurons organize genetic messages that support learning and memory — and what that means for medical conditions.
Date: Dec 15, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Faculty Spotlight: Yukitaka Kani , articleMeet Yukitaka Kani, an assistant professor of anatomy who joined the veterinary college in August 2024. He aspires to keep calm in every situation, and is inspired by his father, a man of few words but strong actions, and Albert Einstein, who said "If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough." He loves being part of the education of the next generation of veterinarians, particularly feeling fulfilled when that light comes on and a student says "That makes sense." Yukitaka also loves going home at the end of the day and sharing a bowl of ice cream with his wife.
Date: Dec 11, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Faculty Spotlight: Sheryl Coutermarsh-Ott , articleMeet Sheryl Coutermarsh-Ott DVM '11, PhD '17, a proud VMCVM alum and associate clinical professor. Since starting as a large animal husbandry tech in 2004, she’s built a career rooted in curiosity, compassion, and lifelong learning. Whether teaching students or caring for her animals at home, Sheryl brings warmth, kindness, and a passion for discovery to everything she does.
Date: Nov 14, 2025 - -
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Veterinary professor promotes pathology without borders , articleFrancisco Carvallo teaches outside in the heat to spread veterinary knowledge to Nicaragua and other Latin American countries.
Date: Oct 28, 2025 - -
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From death sentence to Olympic competition, the 'harebrained idea' that's saving horses , articleHow Jessica Gilbertie's breakthrough is revolutionizing treatment for medicine's most stubborn infections.
Date: Oct 27, 2025 - -
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Meet the Fabulous Fralin Five , articleJoshua Drake, Nisha Duggal, Daniel English, Bryan Hsu, and Courtney Leisner were recognized for exemplifying the power of interdisciplinary research to address humanity’s greatest challenges.
Date: Oct 15, 2025 - -
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Breaking the parasite's code , articleVeterinary college researcher discovers fatal weakness in parasite affecting 40 million Americans.
Date: Oct 14, 2025 - -
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The veterinary student hunting invisible enemies , articleFor Charlotte Nyblade, breakthrough moments happen not when an animal walks out healthy, but when a virus glows bright green under specialized light.
Date: Oct 06, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Rana Estaleen , articleMeet Rana Estaleen, a Ph.D. student in the BMVS program at VMCVM. With a background in biology and chemistry, she’s passionate about advancing science to help others. Inspired by her sister and fueled by faith, Rana is currently researching arthritis and hopes to one day publish her work.
Date: Oct 01, 2025 - -
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Veterinary student supports care for millions of tilapia , articleSebastien Banos took on an externship caring for the welfare of millions of creatures at Blue Ridge Aquaculture, a large indoor aquatic tilapia breeding and production facility.
Date: Sep 26, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Kristin Eden , articleMeet Kristin Eden '06, DVM '10, PhD '18, anatomic pathologist at the veterinary college and associate professor at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine. Passionate about education and mentorship, she brings a collaborative, compassionate approach to teaching both veterinary and medical students. Whether in the lab or the classroom, she blends curiosity, honesty, and a love for learning, plus a little ice hockey on the side.
Date: Sep 26, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Resident Spotlight: Esteban Jimenez , articleMeet Esteban Jimenez, a resident in production management medicine and Ph.D. student in the Biomedical and Veterinary Sciences program at VMCVM. Originally from Costa Rica, he combines clinical work and research to improve livestock health and productivity. Inspired by his veterinarian parents, Esteban is passionate about teaching, lifelong learning, and living each day with a “Pura Vida” mindset.
Date: Sep 10, 2025 - -
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Veterinary college students showcase innovative research in summer research program , articleTheir projects — ranging from breakthrough ultrasound technology to wildlife disease management— showcased the breadth of veterinary research happening at Virginia Tech.
Date: Aug 28, 2025 - -
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Faculty receive state-funded 4-VA grants for collaborative research , articleThe 13 funded projects involve partnerships with peers at universities across the commonwealth and investigate areas of strategic interest for Virginia.
Date: Aug 20, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Faculty Spotlight: Kush Kumar Yadav , articleMeet Kush Kumar Yadav, a faculty member who blends a passion for infectious disease research with a deep commitment to mentoring future scientists. His journey — from aspiring physician in Nepal to veterinary researcher — taught him that setbacks often lead to the most fulfilling paths. Inspired by mentors and driven to solve real-world problems, he now explores zoonotic viruses and the role of AI in preventing future outbreaks.
Date: Aug 06, 2025 - -
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X.J. Meng named second vice president of Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine , articleMeng's appointment builds on a career defined by solving problems that matter. As holder of more than 20 U.S. patents and an elected fellow of the National Academy of Inventors since 2014, he's proven that basic scientific research can translate into tangible products that change lives, grow the economy, and benefit society.
Date: Jul 09, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Faculty Spotlight: Natalia Strandberg , articleMeet Natalia Strandberg, a clinical pathologist who loves balancing microscopy with teaching and finds joy in helping students grow and gain confidence in interpreting clinical data. She is passionate about mental health in veterinary medicine and advocates for a healthier, more sustainable culture in the profession. In her downtime, she crochets whimsical stuffed animals and relaxes with her husband and two cats.
Date: Jun 20, 2025 - -
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From lab coats to life paths, a day of career discovery , articleThe day after showcasing groundbreaking research, Virginia Tech's veterinary graduate students swapped microscopes for mentors at their first-ever Professional Development Day. Alumni who started in the same program shared wildly different career journeys — from Google to NIH to specialty practice — while teaching essential skills academic training doesn't cover: personal branding, networking, and translating scientific precision into career resilience.
Date: Jun 04, 2025 - -
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Veterinary college's 2025 research symposium highlights science that serves , articleThe veterinary college showcased 70-plus research projects that go far beyond the lab, helping communities, animals, and the people who care for them.
Date: Jun 04, 2025 -
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