New library acquisitions advance academic distinction, diverse scholarship

With an additional $1 million to its 2023 collections budget, Cornell University Library expands resources for scholars.

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Teens who trust online information find it less stressful

Teens’ trust in the news they consume on social media – or lack of it – may be key to whether it benefits or harms their well-being, according to Cornell-led psychology research.

Archaic equation helps scientists control CO2 transformations

To manage atmospheric carbon dioxide, Cornell scientists have dusted off an archaic – now 120 years old – electrochemical equation. Applying it may thwart the consequences of global warming.

Classicist: ‘Modern’ view of religion dates to 303 AD

A theory of religion considered “modern” by many scholars was actually described 1,700 years ago, according to new research by Toni Alimi, a Klarman Postdoctoral Fellow in classics and philosophy in the College of Arts and Sciences.

New book helps students learn ancient Tocharian language

A new book by linguist Michael Weiss provides the first pedagogical grammar ever compiled for an ancient Indo-European language used in parts of what is now western China.

Study uncovers social cost of using AI in conversations

People have more efficient conversations, use more positive language and perceive each other more positively when using an artificial intelligence-enabled chat tool, a group of Cornell researchers has found.

P&G CEO Jon Moeller ’86: ‘Constructive disruption’ creates value

During the 2023 Durland Lecture Moeller said Procter & Gamble boosted its organic sales after a sweeping organizational restructuring that significantly changed its portfolio and structure.

Computer science and statistics Ph.D. candidates win Three Minute Thesis competition

Ph.D. candidates Yurong You and Kim Hochstedler tied for first place in the eighth Cornell Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition. 3MT challenges graduate students to present their thesis research compellingly to general audiences in just three minutes.

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Surprise finding shows neutrophils can fight tumors

White blood cells called neutrophils have an unappreciated role in eradicating solid tumors, according to a surprise discovery from a team led by Weill Cornell Medicine scientists.