AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMicroplastics in brains: UNM and international partners report microplastic particles in human brain tissue at far higher levels than in liver or kidneys, with the highest loads in donors with dementia—calling it a “medical emergency.” Livestock biosecurity: New World screwworm detections keep expanding: USDA says sterile-fly releases are ramped up, and Georgia is tightening animal entry rules for Texas plus four NM counties. Colorado River fight: Utah lawmakers warn that states suing over river operations could lose about $354M in conservation aid; Utah also urges Congress to block funding for litigation. NMHU turmoil: New Mexico Highlands University staff say they were placed on leave or terminated without explanations, as scrutiny grows around the Board of Regents and alleged misuse of state funds. Data centers in NM: Socorro County approves a one-year data center moratorium after community pushback, while Raton delays its own moratorium decision amid a developer study. Space tech: UC San Diego engineers unveil a tiny 6mm metasurface optical component for solar monitoring, space-qualified with BAE Systems. Housing demand: A new NM housing strategy update projects rising demand despite stagnant population, driven by shrinking household sizes and demographics.
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