Local researchers join the fight against deadly brain cancer Emma Thomas May 23, 2023 1 minute read Researchers at Virginia Tech are joining a multi-institutional team to tackle a lethal childhood brain cancer. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: Sen. Kaine pushing bipartisan bill targeting Fentanyl traffickingNext: The 9th annual Gauntlet will award finalists on Thursday Related Stories Excel Center will welcome more students; holding job fairs as well Gene Marrano July 21, 2026 Roanoke councilman accuses colleague of racist remark Web Staff July 18, 2026 Roanoke metal studio crafts massive entrance sign for FloydFest 26 Ian Price July 17, 2026