AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoHigher-Education Independence: A coalition of 67+ former university leaders urged “respect” for higher ed’s independence, pushing back on federal pressure tied to the Trump administration. AI in Clinical Care: A Mayo-linked AI decision-support system aims to reduce hallucinations by asking clinicians targeted questions when data is missing, then offering guideline-based options. Bridge Safety: Hudson closed one westbound lane on the Veterans Memorial Bridge after inspectors found a crack in a steel support girder; repairs are being planned with engineering help and NHDOT. Health Policy & Access: A ValuePenguin study finds ACA Marketplace plan selections fell 4.9% in 2026 while premiums rose 19.7%, with more shoppers gravitating to the cheapest tiers. Ocean Noise Research: UNH acoustic ecologist Michelle Fournet highlights how shipping noise disrupts whale communication, making it harder for whales to hear each other. Data Centers & Rights: Coverage of “right-to-compute” debates and New Hampshire’s related proposal shows how AI, computing access, and local control are colliding. Nuclear Power Momentum: New England leaders met in Lowell to coordinate a regional nuclear roadmap, with New Hampshire’s energy officials saying the state is moving from discussion to planning.
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