Romantic relationships mitigate effects of trauma on alcohol use among college students A new study led by VCU researchers shows students exposed to interpersonal trauma prior to college are more likely to engage in risky alcohol use. Read more »
Study: E-cigarettes with a cigarette-like level of nicotine are effective in reducing smoking The study provides important information for smokers who may be trying to use e-cigarettes as a means to cut down on their smoking habit. Read more »
U.S. deaths normally change less than 2% each year. In 2020, they rose nearly 23%. Black Americans experienced highest per capita excess death rates, while regional surges contributed to higher excess death rates from COVID-19 and other causes, a VCU-led JAMA study finds. Read more »
Will the U.S. public support donating COVID-19 vaccines to low- and middle-income countries? A new study led by VCU researchers surveyed 788 people. Among its findings: Older people were less likely to support donating vaccines, as were Republicans. Read more »
Involvement in student organizations, living on campus early in college reduce odds of dropping out A new study by VCU researchers also finds that depressive symptoms, antisocial behaviors, exposure to stressful events and substance use increase the risk. Read more »
43% of respondents report feeling depressed after losing sense of smell or taste related to COVID-19 VCU researchers conducting an ongoing COVID-19 smell and taste loss survey identify array of potential short-term and long-term health impacts. 4/22/2021
President Biden’s climate change pledge sets a global example, VCU expert says Biology professor Chris Gough says Biden’s pledge to cut greenhouse gas emissions in half is a move in the right direction, but solving climate change will take a global effort. 4/22/2021
Romantic relationships mitigate effects of trauma on alcohol use among college students A new study led by VCU researchers shows students exposed to interpersonal trauma prior to college are more likely to engage in risky alcohol use — but effects can be mitigated through romantic relationships. 4/22/2021
Class of 2021: Dennis Hopkinson goes from VCU to Rwanda and beyond The VCU Health doctor will take lessons learned from international research and VCU programs to a fellowship in North Carolina. 4/21/2021
E-cigarettes with a cigarette-like level of nicotine are effective in reducing smoking and exposure to carcinogen, study finds The study provides important information for smokers who may be trying to use e-cigarettes as a means to cut down on their smoking habit. 4/12/2021
Research Weeks takes place virtually this year Web events hosted by departments across VCU begin April 14. 4/7/2021
Virtual symposium co-hosted by VCU to shine national spotlight on Virginia’s waterways Rescheduled from 2020, the River Management Society’s biennial event will celebrate the recovery and adaptive use of local and statewide rivers, streams and creeks. 4/7/2021
Project aims to reduce homelessness among LGBTQ+ youth, pregnant and parenting youth The VCU School of Social Work project aims to address the unique needs of the targeted populations. 4/5/2021