Insights from patient who cleared hepatitis C could lead to vaccine

By studying individuals who spontaneously clear hepatitis C infections, a team of researchers has identified viable vaccine targets for a disease that infects 70 million worldwide. 

Enrollment now open for Summer Session 2024

Summer Session, part of Cornell’s School of Continuing Education, is open to Cornell students, students from other universities and adult learners who wish to earn up to 15 credits. 

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New study reveals preventable suicide risk profiles

Individuals with physical health concerns made up the largest and fastest growing of five subgroups of individuals who died by suicide in the United States over roughly 20 years, researchers from Weill Cornell Medicine and other institutions found.

Peer coaching helps socially marginalized people lower blood pressure

For younger Black patients living in rural parts of the southeastern United States, peer coaching is more effective than traditional clinical care in controlling high blood pressure, according to a new study led by investigators at Weill Cornell Medicine. 

To vape or not to vape: When an e-cigarette tax has an impact

The Johnson School research suggests that taxation could have an impact on reducing vaping among young people.

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NSF awards grant for evolution-inspired design of therapeutic RNAs

A team led by Dr. Samie Jaffrey, the Greenberg-Starr Professor of Pharmacology at Weill Cornell Medicine, has been awarded a three-year, $1.65 million grant for RNA research under a biotechnology-development program run by the U.S. National Science Foundation.

Insect-based food: sustainable, nutritious – but not religious

Eating flours, burgers and fitness bars made from crickets, mealworms or black soldier fly larvae could help feed a growing global population sustainably, but it might hit resistance from those who follow halal or kosher regulations.

Center for Technology Licensing program continues to fund early-stage Cornell lab innovations

Eight projects have been selected from the Fall 2023 application cycle to receive Ignite Innovation Acceleration grants. The grants are designed to help project teams pursue licensing, form startups, and forge industry collaborations.

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Match Day marks next step in medical students’ journey

Members of the Weill Cornell Medical College Class of 2024 learned on national Match Day where they will be doing their internship and residency training – setting the stage for the next several years of their medical careers and lives.