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		<title>As ships become more connected, cyber threats move offshore</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:24:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>Study finds creatine’s benefits extend beyond the gym</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:04:13 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[New research suggests creatine may help aging adults maintain lean tissue and strength — even without structured exercise. ]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Dissolvable, microscopic needles light the way for cancer treatments</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:49:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tiny, biodegradable needles deliver therapeutic drugs and redistribute light beneath the skin, offering a painless, scar-free alternative to invasive surgery.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Construction exoskeletons may help workers spot hazards by reducing fatigue</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:34:54 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Texas A&#038;M research finds workers experience less fatigue and greater hazard recognition while using a lower-back exoskeleton. ]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Citrus greening treatment developed at Texas A&#038;M receives EPA approval</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:43:55 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Full federal registration clears commercial use of spinach defensin-based therapy nationwide, helping U.S. citrus growers protect their crops.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Even if you&#8217;re not talking politics at work, it&#8217;s coming to the office with you</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Researchers find that political news consumed outside of work can affect employees' engagement, anxiety and willingness to help co-workers.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Texas A&#038;M to carry ‘Standing for America’ message into NASCAR’s Bristol night race</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The university and Haas Factory Team will extend the Red, White and Blue Game tribute while sharing Texas A&#038;M’s commitment to working together as a force for good.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Study reveals surprising cause of immune challenges in people with Down syndrome</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:11:44 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Researchers identify an unexpected genetic pathway behind excess hydrogen sulfide — offering fresh insight into infection risk, inflammation and potential new therapies.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>AI-powered early dementia-detection tool earns Texas A&#038;M a Fast Company Innovation by Design Award</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:26:15 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 2026 recognition, for a “digital human” that analyzes speech, expressions and biometrics, shows how the university is creating breakthroughs to improve lives.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Study explores how ketamine reshapes brain activity in older adults</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:25:52 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The findings could help researchers better understand treatment response in depression.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>How cellphone data can help airports improve the travel experience</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:37:43 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Researchers use mobile network signals to build a forecasting model that predicts crowds, cuts congestion and emissions and drives staffing and transit decisions.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>As antibiotic resistance grows, researchers turn to copper to fight infections</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:22:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Scientists look to harness the body's natural defenses by studying how the immune system uses copper against urinary tract infections — and how bacteria fight back.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>A healthy sports culture encourages responsible drinking habits</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 15:33:06 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Sports and alcohol are often intertwined, but a Texas A&#038;M researcher says the type of culture surrounding sports can play a strong role in whether fans drink responsibly. ]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>CEO politics may shape how companies compete</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:31:25 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A study of S&#038;P 500 firms found CEO political affiliation was associated with whether companies followed industry peers — and how those strategies performed.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Medal of Honor recipient embodies Texas A&#038;M’s Core Values and the Aggie Spirit</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:40:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Recognized for his valor in Afghanistan, Matt Williams '25 has dedicated his life to serving others and demonstrating what it means to be a force for good.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Texas A&#038;M welcomes new maritime training ship to Galveston campus</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:24:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The TS Lone Star State is ushering in a new era for maritime education and training and will help prepare the next generation of mariners for the nation’s $1.5 trillion blue economy.  ]]></description>
		
		
		
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