HPV Drug Breakthrough in Indiana: IU researcher Dr. Elliot Androphy’s Indianapolis startup Kovina Therapeutics is pushing new medicines aimed at HPV infections and HPV-linked cancers, building on decades of work that helped enable the HPV vaccine. AI + Chips Watch: Reuters reports SK Hynix is in early talks with Intel about making memory chips in the U.S. for the first time, with possible Ohio leasing or a joint venture—though both sides say nothing is finalized. Indiana Education & Literacy: Indiana lawmakers highlight rising IREAD scores for a fifth straight year, with more than 88% of third graders passing statewide. School Safety Funding: Henry County schools received over $285,000 through Indiana’s Secured School Safety Grant Program for upgrades like security staffing and site improvements. Local Tech Policy Fight: A federal push is underway to rein in Flock automated license plate readers, as Indiana lawmakers face renewed scrutiny over surveillance and guardrails. Purdue + Community STEM: Purdue and the Pacers Foundation dedicated basketball courts honoring Fever legends Tamika Catchings and Stephanie White at Tarkington Park. IU Major Gift: IU received a $100 million donation to expand Kelley graduate programs and scholarships, including added AI and emerging tech training. Bioscience + Health Research: A new study defines early-onset cirrhosis from fatty liver disease (MASLD), showing a distinct risk profile tied to genetics and type 2 diabetes.