AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoSpace & Education: NASA Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch visited N.C. A&T to talk engineering, her path to the Moon, and what students can learn from nontraditional routes into space careers. Defense Energy: The U.S. Army selected five firms for its Janus nuclear microreactor push, including Antares Nuclear for Fort Bragg, North Carolina—aiming for resilient power at remote bases. Tech Policy & Privacy: Apple Wallet digital ID launched in Virginia, but most states still lack timelines, while privacy concerns keep spreading as cities reconsider Flock-style license plate reader systems. Climate Science: A new study in Science says El Niño is strengthening alongside human-caused warming, raising the odds of more extreme weather. Public Health: The FDA says a cyclospora outbreak tied to recalled iceberg lettuce has now hit 20 states, including North Carolina. Local Economy & Jobs: Forge Nano’s Morrisville battery expansion is set to add 250+ jobs, with DOE support and a Samsung SDI partnership. AI in Schools: North Carolina educators are updating classroom AI guidance to boost learning without replacing critical thinking.
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