AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRevolutionary War Tech & Storytelling: Former U.S. Naval officer Ray Deptula’s new novel reframes the American Revolution through the uncertainty and human cost of battle, blending research with lived experience. Biotech & Materials: University of Rochester researchers developed reusable 3D-printed “bio-stickers” that use bacteria to speed up bioplastic breakdown in marine environments—aimed at tackling slow, cold-water degradation. Environment & Infrastructure: A new climate round-up highlights the environmental footprint of data centers as AI drives electricity and water demand, alongside reporting on the dismantling of a deep-ocean monitoring system. Public Health & Policy: Federal judges blocked Trump administration efforts to attach gender and immigration conditions to USDA funding, including food assistance—an immediate legal win with national ripple effects. Rhode Island Focus: URI public health professor Molly Richard argues Rhode Island’s homelessness counts miss “doubled up” families, pushing for better measurement that can unlock services. State Tech Governance: Rhode Island’s House advanced a $15.2B FY27 budget with a phased-in millionaire’s tax and new oversight moves, setting the backdrop for future tech and infrastructure spending.
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