AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCancer Research: Early-onset colorectal cancer is rising in several Latin American countries, including Ecuador, according to research drawing on data from 50 countries and territories. Scientists say the increase is real but still affects relatively few young people, and its causes remain unclear. Galápagos Conservation: A new study finds reducing fishing-line bycatch may protect sharks more effectively than no-fishing zones alone. Tuna lines can drift into the marine reserve and catch sharks, turtles and sea lions. Climate Science: Ecuador’s electoral authority is weighing changes to voting at 368 locations over El Niño flood and landslide risks. The national weather institute says reliable forecasts are possible only about a week ahead. Biodiversity Research: After three decades of work, a botanist has published descriptions of 18 new tree species from Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. El Niño: Record-warm Pacific waters are raising concern about severe weather and food security across Latin America.
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