Structure of COVID-19 virus hints at key to high infection rate

A Cornell study of the structure of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, reveals a unique feature that could explain why it is so transmissible between people. 

Water equity: Public ownership can safeguard communities

More communities can protect their residents from water shutoffs, through oversight or publicly owned water utilities, according to a new policy research paper co-authored by Mildred Warner, professor of city and regional planning.

COVID-19 impact: William Jacobson on the securities market

William A. Jacobson, an expert in securities arbitration, says it’s tough to compare the current economic downturn to earlier ones, due to its health-related roots and wide-ranging scope.

As infections slow, leaders plan for reopening campuses

Planning committees are assessing options for reopening Cornell's campuses amid hopeful signs that the spread of COVID-19 is slowing, university leaders said April 29 during a virtual staff forum hosted by the Employee Assembly.

President, provost to advise NY’s safe reopening strategy

Cornell President Martha E. Pollack and Provost Michael I. Kotlikoff are playing a vital role in helping New York state plan for reopening safely as the COVID-19 pandemic eases.

(Virtual) Things to Do, May 1-8, 2020

During this time of social distancing and university life interrupted by the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the Chronicle offers a variety of opportunities to engage with online Cornell resources and programming.

Cornell Health physician educates youth through ‘health-hop’

Dr. John Clarke, director of occupational medicine at Cornell Health, writes, produces and performs rap music on health-related topics, most recently coronavirus.

Atkinson COVID-19 grants could inform policy decisions

Cornell Atkinson has announced its first two Rapid Response Fund grants aimed at helping find solutions to issues created by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Provost gives update on planning efforts for fall semester

Provost Michael Kotlikoff sent a message to the Cornell community April 30 on planning efforts aimed at reopening campuses in the fall.