Underwater 3D printing could transform maritime construction

An interdisciplinary collaboration has developed a way to 3D-print concrete underwater – a technique that could transform on-site maritime construction and the repair of critical infrastructure.

Novel way to detect signals from stellar and exoplanetary systems unveiled

Thanks to this innovation, scientists have discovered new radio bursts originating from dwarf stars and possibly from exoplanets. 

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Chemist Song Lin wins Snapdragon Prize

The award recognizes innovation in modern pharmaceutical discovery and manufacturing. 

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Research Matters’ video podcast debuts, translating ideas into impact

Launching Jan. 27 with three episodes, “Research Matters” spotlights Cornell scholars whose research directly engages with real-world challenges, from climate change and public safety to mental health.

Thorsten Joachims named vice provost for AI strategy

Joachims, professor of computer science and information science and director of the Cornell AI initiative, will coordinate AI across research, education and operations.

Readers just want good stories, regardless of character’s gender

In the first large-scale study of its kind, men were equally willing to continue reading a story that featured a woman as the main character as one with a man. Women, however, showed a slight preference for reading stories about other women. 

The Reynolds Foundation Invests in Democracy Initiatives at the Brooks School

The Reynolds Foundation has committed an additional $2.1M to support democracy-focused initiatives at Cornell University’s Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy. This most recent investment includes renewed support for the School’s Center on Global Democracy as well as an expanded commitment to the Reynolds Leadership Scholarships.

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Garifuna Collective featured on Dallas Morse Coors Concert Series

Rooted in the Afro-AmerIndian heritage of communities along the Caribbean coasts of Belize, Guatemala and Honduras, Garifuna music blends West African rhythms, indigenous Carib influences and the Arawak language. 

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Scialog award will help Cornell chemist research quantum entanglement

Eunice Bae is part of the three-person group researching “Quantum Entanglement of Skyrmion-Antiskyrmion Pairs.”

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