AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoBiomedical Research: Boston Children’s and Harvard researchers found that about 26% of neurons in fetal brain samples carried widespread DNA changes, compared with 6% after birth, suggesting the developing brain removes many abnormal cells. Transplant Milestone: A Massachusetts General Hospital patient lived 271 days without dialysis after receiving a gene-edited pig kidney, then received a human kidney—the first reported transition of its kind. MIT Engineering: Researchers developed shape-shifting 3D-printed modules that keep their electrical connections intact, with potential uses in adaptable furniture and assistive devices. STEM Pipeline: Boston’s Society of Women Engineers expo gave students hands-on engineering activities, while a Harvard forum explored how AI and other emerging technologies are changing workforce needs. Local Tech Business: DraftKings shares fell 21% after the Boston company disclosed up to $700 million in prediction-market spending this year.
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