Penn Medicine Addiction Care: Penn researchers report a simple “nudge” in emergency departments can boost prescribing of naltrexone for alcohol use disorder by 15-fold, tackling a major treatment gap. Heart Failure Research: Penn teams uncover how microtubules and ERK signaling steer heart cell remodeling, pointing to new ways to prevent harmful structural changes. Maternal Health: A Pittsburgh-led study finds the RSV vaccine during pregnancy cuts newborn hospitalization risk by nearly 70%, offering real-world protection for infants. AI Governance: ASHG launches an AI initiative to promote responsible, effective use of AI in human genetics and genomics, with guidance on governance and standards. Data Centers vs. Communities: PA Treasurer Stacy Garrity renews calls for an indefinite pause on major data center projects, citing electricity and water strain and local planning needs. PFAS Policy: Pennsylvania House advances a bill banning PFAS “forever chemicals” from more consumer products, aiming to close gaps in existing rules. STEM & Entrepreneurship: Wharton/Engineering student Harrison Chong earns Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia for Jalan Journey, an educational gaming startup teaching empathy to elementary students. Local Science Spotlight: Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital is named among America’s best children’s hospitals, highlighting its neonatology program. Public Health Nutrition: A meta-analysis links omega-3 supplements to a 27% reduction in aggressive behavior across randomized trials. Energy Grid Watch: New analysis says extreme heat is shifting from a rare risk to a design baseline for the U.S. power grid.