VTC research on quitting substance abuse carries on Warren Bickel’s work in the field Gene Marrano February 4, 2025 1 min read Dr Warren Bickel VTC photo Quitting an addictive substance is hard – and may take more than one attempt to leave behind. So says a research scientist in Roanoke on the Virginia Tech-Carilion campus, who just had a study she led published. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Super Smiles Savers Day: Keeping children’s smiles healthyNext: Go red, it’s Heart Month Related Stories 1 min read AI steps in for candidate during unusual Virginia Lt. Gov. debate Web Staff October 24, 2025 1 min read W.E. Cundiff latest Roanoke County Public School to celebrate renovation and expansion Gene Marrano October 24, 2025 1 min read Downtown Roanoke’s brand new The Exchange Music Hall hosting New Year’s Show with Grace Potter Clark Palmer October 24, 2025