AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFreshwater Science: A new study tracks how Congo River freshwater doesn’t just drift into the Atlantic—it can be grabbed by large rotating ocean swirls, sending low-salinity water hundreds of kilometers offshore, with a key 2016 event lasting 49 days and moving water about 200 km before fading. Biodiversity & Health Tech: Congo Basin catfish may “sniff” underwater thanks to a nasal design that actively pulls water and scent molecules in, a finding that could reshape how scientists think about sensing in low-visibility rivers. Local Tech & Infrastructure: Royal Van der Leun secured the electrical engineering scope for an Easydredge 2700XL dredger to help maintain Congo River navigation and keep ports like Boma and Matadi accessible. Research Funding: IFFR’s Hubert Bals Fund picked 20 projects for 2026 development grants, including new work from Eastern Europe and the Caucasus. Public Safety: Madagascar’s capital is facing a kidnapping wave, with authorities estimating 200+ missing or abducted over seven months.
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