What was COVID-19’s impact on mental health, well-being and substance use early in the pandemic? Research shows that those with a history of adverse childhood experiences were more likely to bear a heavier burden during the pandemic’s initial surge. Read more »
$2M grant supports programs for students at risk of social, behavioral, and emotional problems The award from the Institute of Education Sciences, will be co-led by researchers from Virginia Commonwealth University and the University of Minnesota. Read more »
A new VCU study explores the ‘nature is healing’ memes The jokes have been called the pandemic’s best meme. A study that originated out of a VCU class examines why. Read more »
Climate change is contributing to ‘state change’ in diverse ecosystems, including in Virginia A new VCU-led study examines how small changes in an environmental driver are transforming the structure or function of some ecosystems. Read more »
Black and Latinx surgeons continue to hit glass ceiling in America Among the upper echelons of academic surgery, Black and Latinx representation has remained flat over the past six years, according to a new VCU-led study. Read more »
Want better sleep? Less fast food and screen time, and more physical activity may be key. A new study led by VCU researchers sheds light on lifestyle factors associated with healthy and unhealthy sleep. 6/22/2021
A link in the chain: Building on his mentor’s work, Martin Safo closes in on sickle cell treatment The pharmacy professor and his team are pursuing a treatment that has the potential to "improve and save the lives of millions of people.” 6/16/2021
Department of Veterans Affairs honors VCU researcher for pioneering traumatic brain injury research David Cifu’s work in the field includes leading two federally funded projects to address the long-term effects of mild traumatic brain injury in military service personnel and veterans. 6/3/2021
What was COVID-19’s impact on mental health, well-being and substance use early in the pandemic? Research shows that those with a history of adverse childhood experiences were more likely to bear a heavier burden during the pandemic’s initial surge. 6/2/2021
$2M grant to support programs for elementary school students at risk of social, behavioral, and emotional problems The award, from the Institute of Education Sciences, will fund a four-year project co-led by researchers from VCU and the University of Minnesota. 5/28/2021
A new VCU study explores the ‘nature is healing’ memes that dominated social media at the height of the pandemic The jokes have been called the pandemic’s best meme. A study that originated out of a VCU class examines why. 5/18/2021
Climate change is contributing to ‘state change’ in diverse ecosystems, including in Virginia A new VCU-led study examines how small changes in an environmental driver are transforming the structure or function of some ecosystems. 5/18/2021
How journalism can empower and engage audiences without making them feel depressed A new book co-edited by VCU journalism professor Karen McIntyre Hopkinson explores eight socially-responsible news reporting practices. 5/18/2021