AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoUConn Research: A study found mice given the sleep supplement CBN developed tolerance after three days and showed withdrawal-like signs when it was stopped. UConn researchers caution that the effects in people are unknown. Gene Therapy: Beam Therapeutics reported early results for an experimental gene-editing treatment for a rare liver disease. Two patients in the 40-milligram group went 15 hours without food under clinical monitoring, with improved glucose control and no need for starch supplements; a Connecticut Children’s and UConn physician presented the findings. Data Center Debate: Connecticut towns are weighing bans on new data centers as concerns grow over their power and water demands, while bipartisan calls for a temporary statewide moratorium gain attention. STEM Education: New state results show improvement in students’ math and science achievement, college and career readiness, and other measures. Post University also announced new programs in data science and cybersecurity.
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