AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoBattlefield Biotech: DTRA’s JSTO is pushing “assays on demand” by pairing portable Far Forward Biological Sequencing with in-theater DNA/RNA testing to speed detection of unknown biological threats. AI in Surgery: US surgeons used a Chinese Unitree humanoid robot for remotely controlled keyhole surgery in a pig gallbladder removal at UC San Diego, pointing to wider access for complex procedures. Medical Devices & Pharma: Sanofi’s Sarclisa Escena (isatuximab-irfc) got US FDA approval as the first multiple myeloma treatment delivered via an on-body injector, aiming to cut infusion time. Clinical Research: A new MonumenTAL-3 study rationale targets talquetamab in relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma, including combination strategies. Neurodegeneration Signals: A Finland study links early-onset dementia to declining work productivity up to 15 years before diagnosis, while other research reports dementia risk markers emerging years earlier. Environmental Health: Australia’s study finds elevated PFAS in young birds near industrial and military sites, with exposure peaking in newly fledged sparrows. Quantum Security: SEALSQ and Quobly signed a $5M deal to integrate post-quantum security into silicon-based quantum computing platforms. Tech Policy & Trust: A US watchdog launched a “Revolving Door Project” database tracking major AI players’ ties to the Trump administration.
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