Geographic differences in gut microbiota boost immunity

Cornell researchers “humanized” mice with microbiota from three global populations and found that microbial differences alone can impact immune responses.

Chaotic electrons heed ‘limit’ in strange metals

A new Cornell-led study confirms the chaotic behavior of electrons in “strange” metals has a limit established by the laws of quantum mechanics.

Mish and Lai win initial graduate, professional teaching prize

Professors Risa Mish and Dong Lai have won Cornell’s inaugural Provost Award for Teaching Excellence in Graduate and Professional Degree Programs.

Book explores historical queerness of the Nuyorican Poets Cafe

In her new book, “The Queer Nuyorican: Racialized Sexualities and Aesthetics in Loisaida,” assistant professor Karen Jaime ’97 highlights the important contributions made by queer and transgender artists of color at the famed Nuyorican Poets Cafe.

Future professors prepare to improve academia for all

The 2021 Future Professors Institute encouraged students, postdoctoral scholars, faculty and staff to think about how they can make academia a more welcoming and inclusive space for students of all backgrounds and abilities.

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Summer CIS programs foster diversity, community

Diversity is a major priority of the Cornell Ann S. Bowers College of Computing and Information Science, and three summer offerings – CSMore, SoNIC and the Designing Technology for Social Impact Workshop – demonstrate that commitment.

Study finds that professional development opportunities do not delay doctorate training or publications

A recent study published in PLOS Biology found that doctoral students who participated in professional development opportunities did not experience differences in time to degree or publication output from their peers.

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Small molecule plays outsize role in controlling nanoparticle

A breakthrough imaging technique enabled Cornell researchers to gain new insights into how tiny ligands adsorb on the surface of nanoparticles and how they can tune a particle’s shape.

Transportation innovations could boost public health

A Cornell-led team has used transdisciplinary systems modeling to calculate the future health benefits of vehicle electrification, driverless cars and ride-sharing in the United States.