AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCyber & Defense: Maryland National Guard cyber teams joined a major regional exercise in Croatia, showing how state partners are pooling ideas to strengthen defenses. Biotech & Health: Suven Life Sciences will present three Samelisant (SUVN-G3031) posters at SLEEP-2026 in Baltimore, including Phase 3 narcolepsy strategy updates. Chesapeake Bay Restoration: Gov. Wes Moore’s administration announced $31.5M for 25 ecological projects to cut nitrogen, phosphorus, and sediment while restoring wetlands, streams, and tree cover. Cancer Research: UM School of Medicine researchers identified a target that could improve CAR T-cell therapy response by blocking a protein that reduces tumor-fighting effectiveness. Energy & Grid Reliability: DOE declared a Southeast grid emergency as extreme heat boosts AC demand, raising blackout-risk concerns. Data Centers & Local Policy: Montgomery County paused new data center permits for six months to set clearer rules, while a separate study says opponents blocked or delayed projects worth nearly $130B nationwide in early 2026. Food Safety: FDA reported a recall of Farm Rich Pizza Cheese Crunchers in 21 states, including Maryland, over possible metal contamination. Workforce & Higher Ed: AFSCME protested layoffs at the University System of Maryland, arguing funding is available while employees face job cuts.
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