Cancer Care Breakthrough in Houston: MD Anderson researchers helped present late-breaking ASCO results showing GammaTile®—radioactive collagen tiles placed during brain metastasis surgery—cut surgical-site recurrence to about 1.3% at one year and more than doubled median overall survival versus standard postoperative stereotactic radiation. Cybersecurity: Multiple healthcare breaches exposed Social Security numbers and medical records, including a major incident tied to Texas provider Integrated Pain Associates, underscoring how patient data remains a top target. AI Training for Doctors: Sam Houston State University’s osteopathic medical school won an AACOM grant to roll out “AI Across Residency,” building formal training so residents can evaluate and use AI safely in clinical practice. STEM Education + Tech: UHCL received a $500,000 grant to expand autism services via parent-directed treatment, aiming to reduce waitlists for evidence-based support. Permian Basin Health Warning: Texas Tech Health clinicians warn “nicotine biohacking” oral pouches can deliver nicotine fast and may accelerate dependence—despite influencer marketing as a clean nootropic. Space/Business Watch: SpaceX is reportedly targeting an IPO valuation of at least $1.8T as it pivots toward AI services and infrastructure. Local Tech Safety: Galveston’s Pleasure Pier roller coaster malfunction left students stranded about 100 feet up for hours before rescue.