Find uplifting stories about heroes, innovations, and solutions
23 results for "vcu"
VCU's baseball team turned a weather delay into momentum, staging a comeback with clutch pitching and a three-run eighth inning to advance in the Atlantic 10 Championship. The Rams showed resilience when it mattered most.
After VCU pulled off the biggest first-round comeback in March Madness history, their coach stopped a press conference to thank the unpaid student reporters who never missed a game. His heartfelt shoutout reminded everyone what dedication really looks like.
Scientists at VCU Massey Cancer Center and partner institutions created an AI-powered platform that tests hundreds of cancer treatments simultaneously on patients' own tumor cells. The technology could help doctors choose personalized treatments faster and improve outcomes for cancers with limited options.
After decades of slow progress, ALS researchers at VCU Health say they're more optimistic about finding a cure than at any point in history. The Richmond team is combining new FDA-approved treatments with cutting-edge research to extend lives and find solutions.
The University of Richmond men's tennis team pulled off a stunning 4-3 upset over top-seeded VCU, ending a 37-match losing streak that stretched back to 1990. The fifth-seeded Spiders are headed to their first Atlantic 10 Championship final since 2021.
When a first-time mom's blood pressure spiked the day before her wedding, forcing an early delivery, compassionate nurses at VCU Medical Center transformed her hospital room into a surprise chapel. The couple said "I do" hours before welcoming their daughter.
New genetic analysis at Virginia Commonwealth University has revealed the ancestral origins and physical characteristics of 53 people—including nine children—whose bodies were stolen from African American burial grounds in the 1800s. The breakthrough brings researchers closer to potentially connecting descendants with their ancestors and ensuring proper memorial and burial.
Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University have developed G2.2, a sugar-based molecule that targets dormant cancer stem cells responsible for relapse. After a decade of work, the breakthrough could prevent cancer from returning in patients who thought they were cured.
A Virginia Commonwealth University student studying bioinformatics just earned one of America's top honors for undergraduate scientists. Rohit Paradkar is using computer science to crack cancer treatment challenges.
Virginia Commonwealth University is turning cutting-edge research into real treatments through nearly 700 active clinical trials that give patients access to tomorrow's cures today. The academic health system has seen research funding soar 86% since 2018, now topping $500 million annually.
Victoria Nguyen graduated high school at 16, landed a coveted L'Oréal internship, and now works to connect other students to similar opportunities. Her journey from backup college choice to innovation ambassador shows how determination turns setbacks into launching pads.
Retired firefighter Greg Leitz faced aggressive prostate cancer alone until a single phone call to VCU Massey Cancer Center's chaplain changed everything. His story reveals why emotional support matters just as much as medical treatment.
Researchers discovered a protein pathway that could make glioblastoma, the most aggressive brain tumor, finally vulnerable to treatment. The breakthrough could extend survival beyond the current 14-month median for patients facing this devastating diagnosis.
A Virginia heart center just became the first in the state to implant a foam device that could protect people with irregular heartbeats from strokes. The innovative treatment offers hope for patients who can't take blood thinners.
After beating leukemia, young John from Ashland is inspiring his community to fight childhood cancer one lemonade stand at a time. The kindergartener will serve as the 2026 Anthem LemonAid ambassador, raising funds for the hospital that saved his life.
A last-second layup gave High Point University its first-ever NCAA Tournament victory Thursday, joining other underdogs in turning March Madness 2026 into a celebration of surprise and possibility. Mid-major programs proved they belong on basketball's biggest stage.
Nearly 230 students from Richmond area schools are breathing new life into Woodland Cemetery, a historic Black burial ground that earned National Register status this year. Their volunteer work honors a site designed to point north, recalling the direction enslaved people looked for freedom.
Dave Whitlow has volunteered at Richmond's NICU for eight years, holding fragile babies and whispering the same hopeful message to each one. His routine proves that the simplest acts of kindness can have the biggest impact.
The Texas Longhorns just made March Madness history, becoming only the sixth team ever to reach the Sweet 16 after starting in the First Four play-in games. A team that entered the tournament on a three-game losing streak is now one of college basketball's best Cinderella stories.
Medical residents turned a TV obsession into a real-life Survivor experience that's uniting Richmond's reality TV fans through intense 48-hour competitions. Two seasons in, the grassroots game has created watch parties, crew volunteers, and even attracted the show's first-ever winner.
Showing 20 of 23