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University of Virginia research provides better understanding of Alzheimer’s, epilepsy
Researchers from the University of Virginia School of Medicine have discovered functions of structures in the brain that could help understand and treat several neurological disorders.
UVA’s Kate Douglass Is the World’s ‘Fastest Mathematician in the Pool’
When Kate Douglass reflects on this past academic year on Grounds, she refers to it as the time she was a “normal student” at the University of Virginia. The thing is, though, as UVA professor Ken Ono notes, “There’s nothing normal about Kate Douglass.”. Ono speaks...
Fermata Energy Collaborates with NSF-Funded Research Team to Strengthen American Infrastructure through Vehicle-Grid Integration (VGI)
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 23, 2024-- Fermata Energy is proud to announce its advisory role in a prestigious three-year research initiative funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). The project, Electric Vehicle Integration to power infrastructure by Behavioral, Economics, and Sociotechnical modeling (E-VIBES), is led by an interdisciplinary team at the University of Colorado-Denver, North Carolina State University, Gettysburg College, and Colorado Smart Cities Alliance. It aims to enhance the resilience and efficiency of America’s infrastructure through Vehicle-Grid Integration (VGI) system development. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240723650303/en/ The Electric Vehicle Integration to power infrastructure by Behavioral, Economic and Sociotechnical (E-VIBES) modeling framework integrates social science and engineering methods and models to analyze the development, design and deployment of Vehicle-Grid Integration (VGI). (Graphic: Business Wire)
Countdown to Camp: At CB, the Cavaliers need some stability
Editor’s Note: This is the fourth installment in an our annual series of position breakdowns as we look at the depth, players in the mix to start, and potential breakout candidates heading into UVa’s 2024 season. You can read the previous breakdowns by clicking the links below:. 2023...
Environmental groups raise issues about Hopewell plant’s air permit
Last week, the Southern Environmental Law Center filed a petition with federal regulators that raises pollution concerns stemming from Virginia’s issuance of an air permit to an AdvanSix Resins and Chemicals manufacturing plant in the city of Hopewell. On July 19, the SELC filed the petition with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on behalf of […] The post Environmental groups raise issues about Hopewell plant’s air permit appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
Richmond City Council unanimously approves sale of land to Planned Parenthood for $10
Richmond’s city council voted Monday night to sell an acre of city-owned land to Planned Parenthood for $10. The deal comes as Virginia remains a bastion for legal abortions in the South. The final vote was unanimous and fairly unceremonious compared to the nearly hour-long public comment period. Among...
Temps rise, eye to the sky
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Good morning. Watch out for areas of fog this morning. We’ll see warm and humid conditions today, with late afternoon and evening showers and storm chances. Any storm that does develop will have the potential for heavy downpours. Scattered showers and storms will move across the region through Thursday. By Friday, conditions will begin to clear, resulting in a pleasant summer weekend. For a complete forecast, go to 29News.com. Have a great and safe day !
Nurse aide shoves patient who got too close, loses his license
All the details in our Health Safety stories come from publicly available Final Orders, Consent Orders, Orders of Suspension and other documents from the Virginia Department of Health Professionals. For more information, see the Editor’s note below the story. CHARLOTTESVILLE – Mitchell James Williams Jr. worked as a nurse aide for the psychiatry unit...
Vegan Block Party In Richmond To Celebrate The 'Soul In Plant-Based Eating'
Scheduled to return on September 7, Richmond’s Soul Vegan Block Party will warmly welcome all types of foodies for a celebration of plant-based dining. The free vegan food fest aims to challenge the stigma “that there’s no SOUL in plant-based eating.” Its website states that its goal is to make living “a healthy and ethically conscious plant-based lifestyle” more widespread. The block party will have tons of vegan delights to try, live music, cooking demonstrations, and guest speakers.
Crozet Thrift Store Relocates After 45 Years
CROZET, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – The Green Olive Tree is on the move. Crozet’s Christian thrift store, which opened the door at its original location back in 1979, faced demolition when the property on which it sat was sold for development. But Music Today, located just across the street, made an offer they couldn’t refuse, and a deal was made.
CASPCA offering guinea pigs free of charge
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- On Monday, the Charlottesville-Albemarle County SPCA placed 16 guinea pigs up for adoption free of charge. To add to their charm, all 16 are named after Disney princes and princesses, with names like Aurora, Ariel and Prince Charming. "Guinea pigs are really sweet, small...
NCAA Rewind: Suspect Defense Didn't Stop UVA's Run to Championship Weekend
Before USA Lacrosse Magazine looks ahead to what’s to come in 2025 — look out for our NCAA Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings later this summer — our team of staff and contributors decided it was worth taking a last look at the 2024 college lacrosse season. To...
Recount could cost Good six figures
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- The recount that Fifth District Representative Bob Good is asking for could end up costing him a pretty penny. He sent out an email to his supporters asking for donations to help pay for the recount in the race for his seat, which John McGuire won by a few hundred votes.
UVA Women’s Basketball Team hosts training session at Camp Holiday Trails
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) - Monday, July 22, the University of Virginia Women’s Basketball Team paid a special visit to some campers at Camp Holiday Trails. “It’s great to have positive role models like the UVA Women’s Basketball Team here not just in our backyard, but just regionally for our campers who they can look up to them,” Camp Holiday Trails Director of Programming Caitlyn Carroll said.
Ribbon cutting opens new Goochland elementary school
GOOCHLAND, Va. (WWBT) - The new Goochland Elementary School has officially welcomed students, families, and community members. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Thursday, July 18, filled with community members and school leaders, including current and former school board members, the board of supervisors, and Goochland Elementary School Principal Tina McCay.
Hopewell neighbors worried following double homicide at house party
HOPEWELL, Va. (WWBT) -Hopewell Police are investigating a double homicide after two men died in a shooting early Sunday morning on July 21. Neighbors say it happened during a large house party, estimating at least 50 people were at the home. It happened off of North Radford Drive, which people...
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