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| July 14, 2026 | Welcome back to our monthly newsletter highlighting Âé¶¹´«Ã½ research and innovation.
In this issue, read about the University’s response to proposed changes in federal grantmaking, as well as breakthroughs in cancer treatment, water safety and space exploration.
Also, as America marks 250 years, read what some Âé¶¹´«Ã½ experts had to say about our national origin story. | |
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| Âé¶¹´«Ã½ responds to proposed federal grant changes | Yesterday, Âé¶¹´«Ã½ submitted its response to the U.S. Office of Management and Budget’s proposed revision to the federal grantmaking framework, which could have significant implications for the administration of federally funded research across disciplines.
To date, there have been more than 340,000 comments submitted by individuals, scientific and professional societies, university coalitions and other organizations. Âé¶¹´«Ã½ added its voice to this critical dialogue after close consultation with faculty, deans, peers and organizations such as the Association of American Universities, which submitted its own comment.
Read the submission on Âé¶¹´«Ã½’s Responding to Federal Policies website. | |
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 | | Blood test spots hidden pancreatic cancer after treatment | Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Medicine scientists have demonstrated that a highly sensitive blood test can missed by standard testing, potentially helping physicians identify patients whose disease is more likely to return even when scans appear reassuring. | |
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 | Âé¶¹´«Ã½ launches the Thriving Planet Institute | Earth’s sustainability challenges are naturally intertwined and emerging faster than ever. To help meet the moment, Âé¶¹´«Ã½ has where researchers can work across sectors on problems related to health and well-being, especially for those facing structural barriers and environmental burdens. | |
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 | Medicare begins covering GLP-1s for seniors. What does it mean for patients? | This month the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services began allowing millions of eligible seniors to potentially access GLP-1 medications for a $50 monthly copayment under a pilot program. Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Now . | |
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More research news | • Apple unveiled a new accessibility feature — using Âé¶¹´«Ã½ technology — that enables users to .
• Mice, like humans, can take a single sniff to — something scientists previously did not know.
• Why do plastic products linger for so long in our natural waterways? Researchers .
• Using the James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have .
• In a new study, researchers found that most proposed U.S. lithium mines — many located in already parched areas — could . | |
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A glimpse into our solar system’s future: Astronomers have discovered how a giant . | |
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Americans have been fighting about the Revolution’s meaning ever since the Revolution itself.â€
| Historian Caitlin Fitz is among several Âé¶¹´«Ã½ experts who as the U.S. marks 250 years. |
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