AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAI & Biosecurity: Stanford and the Arc Institute used an AI model to design nearly 300 bacteriophage genomes, then tested dozens of viable candidates in the lab—aimed at creating viruses that can’t infect humans or animals. Public Health Policy: A STAT report says NIH plans to tighten eligibility for its Pathway to Independence (K99/R00) award, potentially closing a key funding route for international scientists. Massachusetts Tech & Infrastructure: Massport will start Phase 2 runway safety work at Boston Logan, including EMAS installation, with a 75-day runway closure starting Aug. 31. Digital Access: Massachusetts Broadband Institute rolled out the next phase of its “Connected and Online” program, distributing internet-enabled devices to libraries, schools, and senior centers. Privacy & Surveillance: New Bedford temporarily suspended Flock automated license plate readers after renewed scrutiny and internal reviews. STEM Education: Regis College’s Biofrontiers STEM camp will bring life-sciences and biomedical engineering hands-on learning to Everett students via an MLSC grant. Energy Regulation: A federal appeals court struck down Biden-era stove and oven efficiency rules, citing improper public comment procedures.
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