Research impact (IMAGE) Virginia Tech Caption The Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC continues to rise as an innovative hub for translational brain, heart, and cancer research. Boosted by a $50 million gift from the Red Gates Foundation, the institute will hire 14 new faculty and embark on six research projects. Credit Virginia Tech Usage Restrictions None License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.