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Boundless Impact Campaign Summary

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Stories of impact

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    A collage of photos of Ivan Ravera and his pets
    VMCVM Faculty Spotlight: Ivan Ravera , article

    Meet Ivan Ravera, who joined the veterinary college in January 2024. A second-generation veterinarian from Argentina, he finds the most joy in seeing students learn to think like doctors. Ivan is passionate about animal dignity, supporting future vets, and the promise of AI and biotech in veterinary medicine. At home, he enjoys quiet evenings with his wife, their rescue dog Bruno, and their cat Bayou.

    Date: Jul 11, 2025 -
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    X.J. Meng (at left) working with members in his lab.
    X.J. Meng named second vice president of Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine , article

    Meng's appointment builds on a career defined by solving problems that matter. As holder of more than 20 U.S. patents and an elected fellow of the National Academy of Inventors since 2014, he's proven that basic scientific research can translate into tangible products that change lives, grow the economy, and benefit society.

    Date: Jul 09, 2025 -
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    Photo of two women. One on left has dark shoulder length hair with pink top. One on right has short hair with red blazer.
    Experts explain what’s behind measles surge and how to stop it , article

    The U.S. is facing its largest measles outbreak in more than 30 years, with at least 1,277 confirmed cases across 36 states and Washington, D.C. Two Virginia Tech experts say the reason why is clear and explain why it’s spreading so quickly and how to stop it.

    Date: Jul 08, 2025 -