Griffith Announces $500,000 HHS Grant to Biotherapeutics, Inc.

This press release from Representative H. Morgan Griffith (R-VA) was published on 2026-09-25 and titled "Griffith Announces $500,000 HHS Grant to Biotherapeutics, Inc.".

Griffith Announces $500,000 HHS Grant to Biotherapeutics, Inc.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Biotherapeutics, Inc., based in Blacksburg, Virginia, a $500,000 grant. The funding supports research into therapies for Alzheimer’s disease. In response to this grant notice, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “This summer, hero pilot Captain Sully Sullenberger became one of the latest figures to come forward about their Alzheimer’s diagnosis. As more figures speak out, federal efforts will support the development of new treatments. “This grant for $500,000 helps Biotherapeutics, Inc. develop new therapies for Alzheimer’s disease.” BACKGROUND As a member of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Congressman Griffith serves as the Chairman of the Health Subcommittee. ###