VT scientist identifies possible interventions for autism related disease Emma Thomas April 5, 2023 1 minute read A Professor at Virginia Tech has been awarded a $3.4-million-dollar grant to further his research on a possible medical intervention for a disease associated with autism and other behavioral health disorders. WFIR’s Emma Thomas reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: The Highlander cuts the ribbon in RadfordNext: Eggcellent Adventure at VMT on Easter Sunday Related Stories Weekly political rally in downtown Roanoke evolves into community gathering Ian Price February 3, 2026 0 Employment placement agency offers help for Yokohama employees facing loss of jobs next month Gene Marrano February 3, 2026 0 Roanoke County Police investigating after multi-vehicle crash on Franklin Road Clark Palmer February 2, 2026 0