Molecule discovered by Fralin Institute team could help after heart attacks Gene Marrano October 16, 2019 1 minute read Dr Rob Gourdie/VTC photo A study published recently in The Journal of the American Heart Association highlights work being done by a research team on the Virginia Tech-Carilion campus in Roanoke, regarding matters of the heart. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: Share: Post navigation Previous: Confirmed case of rabies reported in RoanokeNext: Nats win National League title for first time 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