The Old Dominion University Frank Reidy Research Center for Bioelectrics is located in the coastal city of Norfolk. The Cente ... r for Bioelectrics is engaged in conducting cross-cutting ultra-short high voltage pulse and cold plasma research, innovating the next generation of health diagnostics and therapeutics, educating tomorrow's leaders and innovators, and creating the next startup company. ODU initiatives contribute $2.1 billion annually to Virginia's economy. read more