AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCayman STEM & Health: A Caymanian policy support officer, Noviann McLean-Gregory, earned a PhD in Cell Biology focused on obesity—linking gene research on appetite, energy balance and fat storage directly to local public health priorities. Public Health Logistics: CARPHA trained 18 people from 15 Caribbean states in safe transport of infectious substances and diagnostic specimens, strengthening regional lab readiness with IATA support. Mosquito Control: The Mosquito Research and Control Unit (MRCU) ramped up operations on Grand Cayman after a larger-than-usual emergence tied to tidal flooding and rain, using larviciding and ground control while weather delayed some aerial work. AI/Compute Infrastructure: ROMA Green Finance agreed to invest US$15M for a 5% stake in BlueFlare Group Holdings, targeting behind-the-meter AI/HPC data-center buildouts. Biotech Moves: SL BIO’s business combination closed and its Cayman holding company will begin trading on Nasdaq as SLBT, advancing next-gen cellular therapies. Local Tech Talent: Cayman’s national robotics team prepares to represent the Islands in Korea, highlighting STEM pathways for students.
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