BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 16 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:

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Placental protein may offer clues to babies' brain development

Cardiovascular scientist John Chappell led research identifying a protein in the placenta involved in fetal vascular development and is investigating how its dysregulation may contribute to problems with brain development and other health issues.

By Matt Chittum

15 Oct 2026