AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 minutes agoRare Earth Supply for Defense: REalloys secured preferential access to Appalachian rare-earth feedstock tied to neodymium, praseodymium, dysprosium and terbium—aimed at cutting China-linked inputs ahead of a 2027 Pentagon deadline. Pennsylvania Policy & Tech: A bipartisan push in Congress would create a national robotics commission to assess U.S. competitiveness and workforce needs, with Sen. Dave McCormick highlighting Pittsburgh’s robotics talent. Health Research in PA: Penn researchers identified retinal cell subgroups in mice that could improve how photoreceptor cells connect after transplant—potentially boosting outcomes for vision loss. AI at Work: Experts argue AI won’t replace “durable” human skills like ethical judgment, conflict resolution and relationship-building—skills employers should train for now. Campus Leadership: Penn President J. Larry Jameson announced he’ll step down next June, setting up a new leadership search during ongoing higher-ed uncertainty. Public Safety Drill: Columbiana County tested its radiological emergency plans for Beaver Valley Nuclear Power Station as part of FEMA’s biennial exercise. Data Centers Locally: South Strabane adopted a data-center ordinance after months of community debate over energy, water, noise and potential pollution, including a large residential setback.
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