Lung inflammation contributes to metastasis: study

According to new research from Weill Cornell Medicine, pre-existing lung inflammation may increase the risk that cancers beginning elsewhere will spread to that organ, suggesting new therapies.

Cornell Rewind: The fluid landscapes of yesteryear

Throughout Cornell's history, the campus exists as a fluid representation of history, culture, science, the arts and tradition, which give way to modern mores and contemporary values.

Alliance for Science launches hunger conversation at UN

The Cornell Alliance for Science converged on the United Nations Nov. 17 to launch a global conversation about ending world hunger.

Red Hot Hockey melts Madison Square Garden

The Nov. 28 Red Hot Hockey game at Madison Square Garden featured an on-ice appearance by Cornell President Elizabeth Garrett, an Olympic medalist and a marriage proposal before ending in a 3-3 tie.

Protein networks help identify new chemo drug candidates

An experimental chemotherapy kills leukemia cells that are abundant in proteins critical to cancer growth, according to new research from Weill Cornell Medicine.

Portfolio feedback gives architecture students an edge

Architecture students studying in New York City and preparing for job searches received one-on-one feedback on their portfolios from practicing architects, including several alumni.

David Lifka named interim VP and chief information officer

David Lifka, director of the Cornell Center for Advanced Computing, has been named interim vice president for information technology and CIO to replace Ted Dodds, who will leave Cornell Dec. 6.

Cornell Tech, Engineering launch new master's degree

Cornell Tech and the College of Engineering have announced a new Master of Engineering degree in Operations Research and Information Engineering based at the tech campus in New York City.

Collaboration celebrated at 2015 Town-Gown Awards

Local and campus leaders met Nov. 14 to recognize town-gown partnerships and celebrate the "long history of cooperation for mutual benefit" that the university, city and county have enjoyed.