AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCancer Research: Engineered CAR-T cells switched on only after reaching the brain and cleared lethal childhood tumors in mice; UCSF researchers hope to begin clinical trials in 2027. Wildfire Health: A study found smoke from the 2025 Los Angeles fires exposed about 7 million people to lead levels more than 80 times typical background levels over 24 hours. Climate: Antarctic sea-ice loss has more than halved the freshwater replenishing a key Southern Ocean current, researchers report, with potential effects on global ocean circulation. Space: Astronomers found three planets that appear to have survived the red-giant phase of their stars, challenging models of planetary evolution. Another possible dwarf planet beyond Pluto, spotted by the Vera C. Rubin Observatory, awaits confirmation. Animal Science: Jumping spiders show REM-like eye movements during sleep—and make up for lost sleep later—though whether they dream remains unknown. Genetics: Researchers identified a protein that sustains psoriasis inflammation; blocking it eased symptoms in mice, pointing to a possible treatment target.
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