Faculty Inventor Spotlights

Say hello to Virginia Tech inventors who are changing the world

Finding cures, promoting national security, making mobility smart - these are just a few of the ways researchers at Virginia Tech are making an impact. For some, transitioning technologies from the lab into the marketplace through commercialization and new ventures ensures that their discoveries are able to reach patients and people who can benefit most. Here’s to those who are turning What-if into What’s Next.

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Glenda Gillaspy
Professor and head of the biochemistry, Gillaspy uses synthetic biology to create sustainable solutions for agriculture and the environment.
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Jiangtao Cheng
Cheng, applies his expertise in thermal-fluid sciences, microfluidics, multiphase flow, and nanotechnology to solve global energy problems.
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John Matson
Matson, develops small molecules and nanomaterials with applications in medicine, biology and sustainability.
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XJ Meng
Meng, a world renowned virologist has more than 22 U.S. patents, that led to development of numerous commercial licensed vaccines on the global market.
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Feng Lin
Lin, applies materials science to energy storage and conversion research, aiming to achieve a sustainable, renewable energy future.
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Bo Zhang
Zhang, plant scientist and soybean breeder extraordinaire develops elite crop varieties adapted to the Mid-Atlantic region.
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Alan Asbeck
Through his research, Asbeck's goal is to help people regain capabilities they have lost, or enable people to perform feats that were not previously possible.

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