Targeting unsuspected protein reverses lymphedema

A Cornell-led collaboration built a 3D in-vitro model of a functional human lymphatic vessel that revealed a surprising mechanism that can jam up the necessary drainage

Physicists realize fractionalization without a magnetic field

The Kim Group leveraged geometric thinking in a twisted bilayer graphene lattice to predict new effects, a novel approach.

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Scholars spearhead anthology of women’s theater writing

Two College of Arts and Sciences scholars have published the first wide-ranging anthology of theater theory and dramatic criticism by women and woman-identified writers, with entries by more than 80 scholars, including Cornell faculty and alumni.

Organizing can give tenants power to effect change

In new research, Jamila Michener, associate professor of government, demonstrates how people within racially and economically marginalized communities can, through organizing, build political power in response to poor living conditions.

Research: Electrons in a strange metal world

Why do electrons in high-temperature superconductors behave the way they do? A quantum explanation could have planetary payoffs.

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Staller Lecture to explore the economics of AI Oct. 12

Economist Jens Ludwig will explore how “big data” and AI tools help us understand and improve human decision-making.

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Andrew Karolyi reappointed SC Johnson College dean

Andrew Karolyi, the Charles Field Knight Dean of the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, has been reappointed to the position for a five-year term, effective July 1, 2024, Provost Michael I. Kotlikoff announced Oct. 2.

Metal-loving microbes savor green way to refine rare earth

Cornell scientists have replaced the harsh chemical processing of rare earth elements – used to power electric cars, wind turbines and smartphones – with a benign practice called biosorption.

Cornell astronomy to offer Brinson Prize

The Brinson Prize supports postdoctoral scholars in carrying out novel research in observational cosmology.

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