New Mexico Sun

Los Alamos National Laboratory has announced its 2023 Fellows, including Tariq Aslam, Rod Borup, William Daughton, Tess Lavezzi Light, Filip Ronning, Richard Van de Water, Hari Viswanathan, Ivan Vitev, and Scott Watson. Being appointed as a Fellow at Los Alamos represents a recognition of accomplishments in the fields of science and engineering, encompassing a wide spectrum of achievements spanning from fundamental research to practical mission-oriented endeavors according to a press release.

Sandia National Laboratories develops wearable sensor patch for continuous antibiotic monitoring

Sandia National Laboratories has announced the development of a wearable sensor patch that can continuously monitor the levels of antibiotics effective against antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The primary antibiotic of interest is vancomycin, which is crucial in treating severe bacterial infections.

Outdoor Recreation Division announces $2.3 Million in grant awards for outdoor infrastructure projects

The Outdoor Recreation Division within the Economic Development Department (EDD) has announced the recipients of the 2023 Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant. According to a press release, these grants, totaling $2,360,289, will support 20 projects aimed at enhancing outdoor infrastructure in New Mexico. Organizations involved in these projects will contribute an additional $1,953,453 in matching funds.

NM Department of Health emphasizes early detection in observance of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) is emphasizing the significance of early detection and screenings in the fight against breast cancer during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In a press release, the DOH outlined the symptoms and risk factors for breast cancer from the CDC.

City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Sept. 12

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 4, 2023

City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Tuesday, Sept. 12

City of Santa Fe Women's Commission met Sept. 12

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 4, 2023

City of Santa Fe Women's Commission met Tuesday, Sept. 12

Visa partners with Expel to assist clients in cybersecurity risk management

Visa has announced a strategic partnership with Expel, a leading security operations provider, as part of its expansion in the Managed Detection and Response (MDR) sector. This collaboration aims to simplify the process for clients worldwide to prepare for and defend against cybersecurity threats.

New Mexico Housing Trust Fund provides $5 Million for MFA's Housing Innovation Program

The Housing Innovation Program of the New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority (MFA) has received $5 million in funding from the New Mexico Housing Trust Fund. The program aims to support low- and moderate-income households and focus on capital activities. According to a press release, the funding will assist underserved populations, foster new partnerships, and finance scalable projects.

Dr. Samantha Sengel has been unanimously approved as the new Chief Administrative Officer of Albuquerque

The City of Albuquerque has announced that Dr. Samantha Sengel has been unanimously confirmed by the Albuquerque City Council to assume the role of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). Dr. Sengel will be taking over the position from the retiring CAO Lawrence Rael according to a press release.

NM Department of Health announced the 2023 New Mexico Statewide Community Health Workers Conference

The NM Department of Health has unveiled plans for the 2023 New Mexico Statewide Community Health Workers Conference. Hosted by the Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel, this event will offer two days of learning opportunities and workforce development for New Mexico state Community Health Workers/Representatives seeking certification according to a press release.

NM Department of Health outlines measures to protect your eyes during the solar eclipse on October 14

The NM Department of Health has provided guidance on safeguarding your eyes during the upcoming solar eclipse. Solar eclipses result from the moon's positioning between the sun and the earth, and it's essential to avoid looking at a partial solar eclipse without adequate eye protection or proper techniques according to a press release. The department outlined important steps to protect your eyes during the solar eclipse on October 14.

Bernalillo County Assessor Damian R. Lara delivers the tax roll for 2023

Damian R. Lara, the Bernalillo County Assessor, has submitted the property abstract report to the New Mexico Property Tax Division (PTD) and provided the tax schedule for all taxable real and personal property for the year 2023 to the County Treasurer. This submission allows the County Treasurer, Nancy M. Bearce, to prepare and send out property tax bills according to a press release.

The public is invited to participate in discussions and share their input regarding the Blake Road Redesign Project in Bernalillo County

The public is encouraged to participate in a meeting hosted by Bernalillo County to offer input on the planned redesign of Blake Road, spanning from the Isleta Drain to Isleta Boulevard. Project specialists will conduct a presentation, followed by a Q & A session to engage with attendees according to a press release.

City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met Sept. 11

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 3, 2023

City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met Monday, Sept. 11

City of Santa Fe Arts Commission met Sept. 11

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 3, 2023

City of Santa Fe Arts Commission met Monday, Sept. 11

An associate professor at UNM is honored with an NSF award for advancements in disaster response systems

The University of New Mexico (UNM) has announced that Eirini Eleni Tsiropoulou, an associate professor in the UNM Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, has been awarded a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF). The grant will support Tsiropoulou's project, SOTERIA: Satisfaction and Risk-aware Dynamic Resource Orchestration in Public Safety Systems, which aims to improve public safety systems, particularly in disaster scenarios requiring coordination among victims, first responders, and emergency control centers for efficient rescue operations.

Fentanyl Awareness Week in Bernalillo County

Bernalillo County, in collaboration with various organizations, will host Fentanyl Awareness Week in an effort to educate the public and combat the fentanyl crisis. The initiative will include public workshops, outreach efforts, and community discussions, according to a press release.

Startups chosen to participate in a pitch competition hosted by NMSU in Albuquerque

New Mexico State University (NMSU) has announced the lineup of startups that will be participating in the 2023 Scale Up NM Pitch Competition, which will be hosted in Albuquerque. The competition, supported by the United States Economic Development Administration and located within NMSU's Arrowhead Center, received over 38 applications this year, highlighting the growing interest in entrepreneurial ventures.

Duke City Lowrider Bike Club's lowrider bicycle was revealed in Washington, D.C.