AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoWildlife & Tech in Costa Rica: Costa Rica researchers tested an AI touchscreen in the Taboga Forest Reserve, and capuchin monkeys learned to tap for banana rewards—showing lab-style control can work in the wild. Wildlife Protection Law: Costa Rica’s Legislative Assembly approved a Wildlife Crossings bill requiring animal-safe structures (tunnels, underpasses, fencing, rope bridges, etc.) in road projects where studies show habitat fragmentation. Public Health & Travel: After Nicaragua was added to the CDC chikungunya watch list, the vaccine situation for U.S. travelers shifted—Costa Rica already has an active outbreak notice. Regional Research & Care: A Latin America dementia-prevention trial found coach-led lifestyle support improved cognition more than a flexible self-guided version across 11 countries, including Costa Rica. Local Connectivity: A UNED analysis using SUTEL data maps where fixed internet is weakest—highlighting rural/coastal areas with far fewer subscriptions than the national average. Science & Education: Texas Tech named Paul Vita dean of its Costa Rica campus, starting Sept. 1.
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