AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoSuicide Care in Burlington: UVM Health opened the Asha Clinic, a specialized outpatient program focused on suicide care, led by researcher Dr. Craig Bryan and backed by Four Pines Fund, aiming to expand access to evidence-based treatment and training. PFAS Research Network: Landmark College helped secure a $7.9M NSF award for the PFAS Environmental Research Network (PERN), bringing together Vermont colleges and state partners to track “forever chemicals” in groundwater and soil. School PCB Funding Crunch: Vermont schools facing PCB contamination are hitting uncertainty as statewide remediation funding runs out, with some classrooms and programs forced to relocate or reduce access. Cybersecurity for Law Firms: Quinn Emanuel and McDermott reported data breaches tied to unauthorized access, underscoring the growing risk for firms holding sensitive client information. Accessible Outdoor Tech: A new wheelchair-accessible trail in Randolph expands Upper Valley recreation options for people with mobility challenges. Election Logistics: Vermont Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas urged voters to make a voting plan as universal vote-by-mail ballots roll out. Data Centers & the Economy: A new Fed Beige Book summary highlights data centers as a growing driver of construction and manufacturing activity, even as community pushback continues.
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