AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHearing Loss Breakthrough: Israeli researchers say they’ve found “reserve” inner-ear supporting cells that can turn into new hair cells when a key signal (Notch) is blocked, pointing to a future inner-ear injection therapy. Nebraska Research & Education: UNL’s AI Institute is pooling work from four campuses, while four UNL students (plus a recent alumna) earned competitive language-study fellowships to build globally focused STEM and policy careers. Ag Tech & Workforce: Midway Co-op is running a summer internship for a Nebraska K-State agronomy student, and a Nebraska student at UNO is developing low-cost water-cleaning capsules. Water & Health Risks: A decade-long USGS study finds pesticide pollution in Midwest and Great Plains rivers is getting worse, with many chemicals detected at levels that could harm aquatic life. Opioid Treatment Uptick: Long-acting injectable buprenorphine use is rising, but still lags—less than 5% of prescriptions in New Jersey. Agriculture Safety: Grain bin entrapments remain deadly, with Nebraska highlighted in ongoing coverage. Tech Market Watch: A driving simulator market forecast projects steady growth through 2035, fueled by training and vehicle R&D demand.
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