Vapes and cannabis products have become ubiquitous. But many are wrapped in a fog that’s big on promised effects and light on details about the actual ingredients at play. Forensic toxicologist Michelle Peace, Ph.D., is finding answers and raising alarms.
As VCU launches its $1.838 billion Unlocking Potential campaign, President Michael Rao, Ph.D., explains why the world needs more places ‘sincerely and passionately’ committed to strengthening people’s lives.
Psychology professor Jeff Green, Ph.D., explains the history and science of a feeling that new research says is part of our psychological immune system — and why it leads us to keep mementos.
From stately landmarks to a renovated horse stable, VCU Magazine presents a (by no means comprehensive) tour of notable campus buildings
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How a teaching hospital and a clinical trial fixed the unfixable
Bill Dewey, Ph.D., knows about grants. The opioid scientist’s had lots of them, including one to train future scientists, maybe even the next Jonas Salk.
Study: Women are more effective state legislators when the state legislatures are more full time
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Breaking down VCU’s $1.838 billion campaign for the future
In this look behind the keyboard, author and former VCU Health pediatric nurse Elizabeth Becker says the most important thing is writing when you can.
A former VCU Opera director and alumna help us better appreciate a 400-year-old art form
How RPI and MCV became VCU
A chat about civics and public discourse
A quick tour of Richmond’s new baseball park and the first phase of VCU’s Athletic Village
Magic numbers and a heartwarming note
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