A new ingredient for quantum computing: krypton gas

Researchers developed a method that uses krypton gas to slash the deposition temperature of the corrosion-resistant metal tantalum, resulting in thin films that have substantially higher electronic conductivity.

Cornell Tech’s new faculty are changing how AI learns, reasons, solves problems

Six new faculty members will join Cornell Tech during the coming year, bringing expertise in AI, machine learning, programming languages, and operations research.

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A better pill to swallow: Nanofiber film delivers ultrafast pain relief

Researchers developed an ultrafast-dissolving nanofiber film that can deliver a cocktail of three drugs so quickly and effectively, 90% of the formulation is released in less than two seconds. 

Cell biochemistry beyond membranes: The physics of condensates

Cornell physics researchers have developed a new framework for studying how biomolecular condensates form and dissolve in cells.

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Engineered microbe speeds CO2 capture, recovers critical metals

A genetically engineered bacterium can rapidly break down one of Earth’s most abundant minerals, opening a promising new pathway for removing CO2 from the atmosphere and recovering critical elements, according to new Cornell research.

Alum’s company creates tech for pain-free tattoos

A company founded by a Cornell doctoral alum is using microneedle technology to create a pain-free tattoo experience.

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Many paths, one destination: Cornell welcomes new students

The 3,681 first-year students and 603 transfers who begin moving to campus Aug. 17, hail from 49 states plus Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and American Samoa, and 62 countries. 

Attacking cancer-enabling proteins where they live

Using a photochemically driven labeling technique, a Cornell-led research group has devised a way to capture cancer-specific protein-to-protein interactions, which could spawn targeted therapies for prostate and other forms of the disease.

Cornell PhD students create inventory drone and weeding robot

The August Startup Cornell podcast features doctoral students Doris Xu and Katrina Davis, two founders who were part of a summer Prototyping Hardware Accelerator at Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, a business incubator and startup workspace in downtown Ithaca.

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