Potential microbes and genes that impact forever chemicals identified

A study identifies microbes that potentially play important roles in breaking down harmful PFAS chemicals and points to functional genes that may be involved.

Search committee for new provost seeks Cornellians' input

Provost Michael I. Kotlikoff has announced the formation of a search committee to select his replacement as he prepares to take the role of interim president on July 1.

Simulations dampen excitement about liquid water on Mars

Cornell research provides a simple and comprehensive – if less dramatic – explanation for bright radar reflections initially interpreted as liquid water beneath the ice cap on Mars’ south pole.

Oliver Vonnegut, Tufts undergrad, wins top prize in Cornell journal

Vonnegut, grandson of author and Cornellian Kurt Vonnegut, won the top prize for his paper for Logos, Cornell’s undergraduate philosophy journal.

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Milstein first-years listen closely, shape stories with strangers

First-year students in the Milstein Program in Technology & Humanity engaged with community members, crafting innovative assignments and sharpening their skills with various technologies.

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CTI's Thank a Professor program connects alum, professor 40 years later

When Jeff Fearn ‘82 heard about the Center for Teaching Innovation's Thank a Professor program, he decided to thank Roald Hoffmann, Frank H. T. Rhodes Professor, Emeritus for his impact on his life and career – forty years later.

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Astronomer Lunine appointed chief scientist of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Lab

Jonathan I. Lunine will guide the JPL's scientific research and development efforts, drive innovation across its missions and programs and enhance collaborations with NASA Headquarters, NASA centers, the California Institute of Technology, academia, the science community, government agencies and industry partners.

Precision laser surgery cuts focal epileptic seizure spread

An interdisciplinary Cornell research team has developed a new surgical technique that blocks the spread of focal epileptic seizures in the brain by making precise incisions with femtosecond laser pulses.

Many low-income NYers rely on costly cell plans for internet access

Most New Yorkers have cell phones, but new data shows that 21% of state households do not have a desktop or laptop computer.