AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPregnancy Chemistry Study: A new U.S. study tracked 5,318 mothers and found the average pregnant person had traces of about 45 synthetic chemicals in urine, with some compounds showing up in most participants—raising questions about links to birth timing and baby weight. Local Schools, Early Signals: Alamance-Burlington Schools says preliminary end-of-year tests show a 7-point jump in grade-level proficiency, while Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools shortened its i-Ready contract after concerns about screen time and testing. Veterinary Science: North Carolina State University research suggests shorter front-leg strides in older dogs may be an early physical sign of canine cognitive dysfunction. Health Care Leadership: Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist named Dr. David W. Zaas as CEO starting Jan. 1, 2026. Biotech Legacy: North Carolina biochemist Mary-Dell Chilton, known for plant biotechnology breakthroughs, died at 87. PFAS Accountability: Multiple reports highlight Chemours’ $450M PFAS settlement, with North Carolina officials criticizing it over water impacts. STEM in the Community: A local robotics team received a $2,000 grant from Optimum, supporting hands-on learning.
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