AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoResearch Funding: The Philippines devoted just 0.276% of GDP to research and development in 2020, far below several regional peers; analysts warn that low investment and proposed university budget cuts could hamper technology development and researcher training. Heart Science: Researchers found that heart cells can burn glucose and lactate in separate parts of the cell at the same time, a backup energy system that may help protect the heart under stress. AI and Drug Discovery: Startup Warp Sciences emerged with $215 million to build automated chemistry labs that make and test molecules, generating real-world data to improve AI-driven research. Climate Data: Rice University researchers released an open database combining 24 years of water-isotope measurements from eight satellite missions, streamlining studies of the global water cycle. Chip Technology: SK Hynix expects memory shortages to persist through 2030 as AI demand grows, raising prospects for more investment in chipmaking equipment. Human Origins: Chinese researchers used ancient protein analysis to confirm Denisovan fossils in China, offering new clues to the group’s shared physical traits.
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