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		<title>The moment dementia begins is not the diagnosis</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:51:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Researchers are shifting the focus from late-stage Alzheimer’s to the earlier biological transition when mild cognitive impairment begins converting to dementia.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Scientists reverse brain aging, with a nasal spray</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:41:54 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[New therapy is turning back the clock in aging brains, healing inflammation, restoring memory and reshaping the future of brain age-related therapies.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Texas A&#038;M University System Board of Regents Names Dr. Susan Ballabina as Sole Finalist for President of Texas A&#038;M University</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:19:01 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Ballabina has spearheaded transformative initiatives, cultivated landmark partnerships and coordinated statewide disaster recovery efforts demonstrating her lifelong dedication to advancing Texas A&#038;M’s land-grant mission.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Building a trauma-informed forensic interview program for adult sexual assault survivors</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:18:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A space where trained professionals talk to survivors can aid in police investigations and reduce trauma. ]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Texas A&#038;M names Trent Ford &#8217;29 as newest handler for Reveille X</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:10:53 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Cadet Trent Ford from Magnolia, Texas will serve as the primary caretaker for the university’s official mascot.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Can weight loss help short-muzzled dogs breathe easier?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A Texas A&#038;M clinical trial is investigating whether shedding excess weight can measurably improve breathing in overweight brachycephalic breeds — and researchers are seeking participants to help answer the question.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Researchers advance personalized puzzle system to support people living with dementia</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:25:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[With new funding, the team is enhancing the Jigsawdio puzzle for broader use, with a focus on a version compatible with tablets and additional languages.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Fourth-generation Aggie Luke Rollins named 2026-27 Head Yell Leader</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Drawing on deep family roots and a passion for tradition, Rollins will lead the Yell Leaders in rallying the Aggie Spirit across campus, Texas and beyond.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Texas A&#038;M AgriLife celebrates new home for High Plains Research and Extension Center</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:52:34 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[State-of-the-art facility brings together research, education and outreach to address local challenges, foster partnerships and support the future of the Texas High Plains.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Texas A&#038;M College of Veterinary Medicine rises to No. 3 in US, No. 5 in world in 2026 QS Rankings</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:09:11 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Veterinary program earns top marks for education, research and service as a national leader in training, affordability and impact on animal and human health.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Texas A&#038;M University shines in 2026–27 US News &#038; World Report Best Graduate Schools rankings</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:08:51 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Graduate programs across veterinary medicine, engineering and law earn top national honors.
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		<title>Family Weekend 2026 celebrates Aggie traditions, spirit and student life</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:48:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Texas A&#038;M University welcomes families to campus for a full slate of events April 10–12.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Texas A&#038;M team develops faster, more accurate test for airborne chemical risk to human lungs</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:04:55 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Study using lab-grown lung cell models finds common pollutants like acrolein and formic acid can damage respiratory barriers.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Genomic study reveals heartworm&#8217;s ancient origins and global journey</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:38:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[New research shows canine heartworm populations evolved alongside ancient canids and human migration, offering fresh insight for veterinary medicine and disease prevention.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Silver Taps to honor two Aggies on April 7</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:11:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In one of Texas A&#038;M University’s oldest traditions, recently deceased Aggies will be honored in a solemn ceremony.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Same moon, different day: Artemis II begins new era of space exploration</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:54:23 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Two Texas A&#038;M astronauts share insights on the first crewed lunar mission since Apollo, as NASA prepares to send humans farther from Earth than ever before.]]></description>
		
		
		
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