AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSTEM Recognition: Connecticut Technology Council named 46 women as 2026 Women of Innovation® finalists, spanning science, tech, engineering, manufacturing, and student leadership; the awards run Oct. 27 in Branford with youth scholarships. State Economic Policy: Gov. Ned Lamont signed legislation creating an economic partnership with India, aiming to spur investment and joint ventures via a new Connecticut-India Trade Commission. Quantum Push: A statewide QuantumCT effort is positioning Connecticut to turn quantum research into products, with eligibility for up to $160M from a federal NSF-backed initiative. Aerospace & Defense: Sikorsky won a $107.3M U.S. Navy order to design and qualify improved VH-92A main rotor blades, with major work in Stratford. Student Innovation: A 12-year-old Connecticut student, Raji Doshi, advanced with a project using algae and natural calcium buffers to help reduce ocean acidification, competing for a $25,000 prize. AI in Everyday Services: Plymouth Rock became the first U.S. insurer to offer home insurance quotes directly through ChatGPT. Cybersecurity & Drones Market Watch: Quantum Cyber is highlighted as federal funding accelerates the U.S. drone supply chain while targeting adversary UAV networks. Rural Health Tech: Connecticut is among states approved for the Rural Tech Catalyst Fund, diverting part of rural health dollars to early-stage tech solutions.
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