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 WalletHub Study Finds Virginia’s Kids to be Among the Most Privileged in the Nation Emma Thomas August 7, 2026 Virginia Tech Education Expert Highlights Ways AI Might be Used Responsibly in Schools Emma Thomas August 7, 2026 CHIP of Roanoke Valley holds its 5th annual Back to School Celebration Gene Marrano August 6, 2026