Global Change Center ~ at Virginia Tech

GCC affiliate Dr. Austin Gray is featured in a @WVTFRADIOIQ story examining how Hurricane Helene transported microplastics across western North Carolina. The research offers rare insight into how extreme storms move contaminants.

Full Story: wvtf.org/2026-10-23/hel…

What does Virginia Tech’s new NE CASC affiliation mean for our community?

More opportunities for climate adaptation research, collaboration, and training. NE CASC leaders recently visited campus to connect with GCC faculty, postdocs, and fellows.

More: globalchange.vt.edu/news/news-stor…

Congrats to GCC faculty affiliates Drs. Beth Nyboer and James Weger-Lucarelli, who were named to this year's Fralin Fab Five cohort. This recognition highlights early-career researchers advancing frontier research across disciplines.

Watch the video: youtube.com/watch?v=OXgC8W…

GCC affiliate Dr. Luis Escobar is leading a USDA-funded project to develop an integrated preparedness and response system for the new world screwworm using surveillance, genetics, predictive modeling, and stakeholder engagement.

Read More: news.vt.edu/articles/2026/…

What makes a strong research environment?

In a recent article, GCC affiliate Dr. Robert Cooper explores how collaboration, shared ownership, and meaningful student engagement can strengthen both scientific discovery and professional development.

More: timeshighereducation.com/campus/strong-…