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California faces environmental policy clashes with Trump; atmospheric rivers shift poleward; post-fire studies show earlier snowpack melt; new research and satellites aid drought management; EPA uses fish eDNA to assess estuarine health; Sites Reservoir proposed as 21st-century water storage solution; Marin City flood resilience project begins; Contra Costa Water District ends participation in Los Vaqueros Reservoir Expansion; wastewater considered for Delta region groundwater supply; Peninsula water usage at 50-year low; Surfers Point managed retreat project progresses; Mountain Fire burns 20,000 acres in Ventura County; Bakersfield lawsuit over Kern River water management; Central Basin water board election results; New River project in Calexico exceeds $43.6m; Imperial Valley's geological uniqueness; first lithium project in Imperial Valley faces lawsuit; Colorado River negotiations stable amid White House change; Las Vegas sustainability initiatives; Trump administration's potential impact on EPA; U.S. experiences second-warmest October on record.

FDA and EPA approve antimicrobial treatment for pre-harvest water.

The 'FDA Regulatory Compliance for Drug and Biotech Product Training Course' added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering benefits professionals in pharmaceutical and Biotech sectors. The course covers FDA regulations, drug development, GMP compliance, and includes 12.0 RAC credits. Target attendees include QA/QC, manufacturing, R&D, regulatory affairs, and quality assurance personnel.

Decentralized clinical trials, enabled by AWS, reduce environmental impact, patient burden, and dropout rates using technologies like wearables and telemedicine. AWS supports virtual trials, personalized patient engagement, patient-centric design, and centralized data management, promoting sustainable clinical research practices.

USDA, EPA, and FDA launched the Unified Website for Biotechnology Regulation, a web-based tool aiding developers of microbial biotechnology products in understanding regulatory requirements for GM microorganisms. The site aims to enhance transparency and efficiency in biotech regulation, aligning with Executive Order 14081.

Mizzou Engineers secured an EPA grant to develop a modular water treatment unit for PFAS removal and degradation, using an iron oxide-coated ceramic membrane hybrid filter.

The Environment Select Committee's report on the Fast-track Approvals Bill recommends changes, retaining most of the Bill's substance. Key changes include shifting decision-making to an Expert Panel, altering referral application criteria, and increasing timeframes for comments. The Bill faces strong dissent, particularly from Labour, Green Party, and Te Pāti Māori members, who argue it undermines sustainable management and tikanga values. The Bill is expected to pass by year-end, with 149 projects already approved for fast-track applications.

dsm-firmenich launches life'sDHA B54-0100, its most potent DHA oil, offering 620mg of omega-3s per serving, derived from algae for sustainability. The company also introduces life'sOMEGA O3020 to North America, an algal omega-3 with a standard EPA to DHA ratio, and plans to launch high-potency EPA ingredients in 2025.

Fish oil omega-3 supplements' effectiveness in heart disease prevention is uncertain, with mixed clinical trial results and potential risks. VITAL trial showed no overall CVD risk reduction but significant benefits for low fish consumers, high-risk individuals, and African Americans. REDUCE-IT trial found icosapent ethyl reduced CVD risk by 25% in high-risk patients. Research continues on optimal omega-3 forms and mechanisms, with caution advised on high-dose supplement use.