compound

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The compound, known by researchers as "Compound 10," is the result of nearly two decades of work led by Ursula Quitterer, Professor of Molecular Pharmacology at ETH Zurich.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Over the past year, North Korea has completed major construction projects that had stalled for years, including Pyongyang’s largest hospital, a greenhouse complex bigger than New York’s Central Park and a new beach-resort compound.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

“This flexible topography creates an ideal canvas for new construction, guest structures, expansion, or a reimagined modern compound while capitalizing on the exceptional privacy and positioning.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Some of the biggest winners over the past five years, on a total shareholder return compound annual growth rate basis, might be surprising.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

I told him to put water on the fire and ran out of the compound, taking the path that led to the farm.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo