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 National D-Day Memorial marks 82nd anniversary with tribute to advocate Lucille Hoback Boggess Ian Price June 3, 2026 RBT’s Sleeping Beauty, Blacksburg Summer Arts Festival, Paint Fincastle this weekend Gene Marrano June 3, 2026 Hometown D-Day heroes honored Gene Marrano June 3, 2026