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Scholars program empowers researchers to explore concerns across the globe

Spanning university departments, institutes, and colleges, the 2025-26 scholars were awarded up to $30,000 each to advance their research, enabling them to compete for funding from external agencies. Within six months of completing the program, the research teams are expected to apply for external funding from agencies such as the National Institutes of Health, the National Science Foundation, and private foundations.

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    Foundation Funders Webinar: Individual Fellowships and Grants for Advancing the Liberal Arts
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    The Institute for Society, Culture, and Environment, in partnership with Virginia Tech Foundation Relations, will host a webinar titled “Foundation Funders Webinar: Individual Fellowships and Grants for Advancing the Liberal Arts” on Thursday, November 6. Program officers from the American Council of Learned Societies, the Teagle Foundation, and the Social Science Research Council will share their priorities, award and grantmaking practices, and tips for success.

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    Certain Processed Foods and Beverages Linked to Declines in Brain Health
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    Virginia Tech researchers Brenda Davy and Ben Katz found that consuming processed meats and sugary beverages is linked to memory problems and cognitive decline in older adults. The study, funded by the National Institutes of Health, was led by the pair, who have previously received support from ISCE for earlier projects.

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    Commonwealth Climate Futures: State and Local Policies for a Sustainable Virginia
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    Join the Institute for Society, Culture, and Environment’s +Policy Network, in partnership with the Town of Blacksburg, for “Commonwealth Climate Futures: State and Local Policies for a Sustainable Virginia.” This one-day symposium on November 19 will bring together Virginia Tech and Blacksburg community members, policymakers, and thought leaders from across the Commonwealth to explore climate policies and opportunities for public participation in an evolving federal landscape.

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