VA CEA Industry and the CEA Innovation Center highlighted by Cardinal News
Check out this article published in June 2025, written by Tad Dickens at Cardinal News, highlighting some of the research and education taking place at the CEA Innovation Center and the growing CEA industry: https://cardinalnews.org/2025/06/23/vertical-farming-looking-up-rural-virginia-controlled-environment-agriculture-takes-root/
Meet the Graduate Students: Colin Fite
Colin Fite completed dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Chemistry (with a minor in Mathematics) and Biochemistry (with a concentration in Biology) during his undergraduate studies at East Carolina University. During his time at ECU, he gathered technical skills in molecular techniques and immunohistochemistry through undergraduate research with maize. Additionally, he gained experience in a […]
Video Alert: Check out new VT video showcasing PhD student Brandan Shur
Brandan Shur, PhD Student studying under Dr. Michael Evan’s supervision in the School of Plant and Environmental Sciences, was featured in a VT News video titled “Small plant, big impact.” This video interview showcases some of the work that Brandan is conducting as part of his dissertation to help advance the CEA industry. Watch the […]
