On storm-ravaged Vieques, a microgrid builds resilience

A small Puerto Rican island still lacks reliable power nine years after Hurricane Maria - a new collaboration with Cornell is bringing relief. 

Duffield Engineering investment in CNF to expand research and training

A $9.5 million investment in the Cornell NanoScale Science and Technology Facility from Duffield Engineering will position the facility for its next era of leadership in semiconductor research, education and workforce training.

Rudeness may be rewarded – as a response to rudeness

If you don’t have anything nice to say, perhaps it’s OK to say it anyway – if responding to someone who has treated you or your group disrespectfully.

Atomic distortions reveal new clues about superconductivity

A new study shows how tiny changes in atomic structure can strongly influence whether a material becomes superconducting.

Easter egg exhibit showcases Ukrainian program, culture at Cornell

An exhibit of brilliantly colored Ukrainian Easter eggs, or pysanky, is one of several new initiatives Cornell’s Ukrainian Program is undertaking to bring the culture, language and history of Ukraine to the Cornell community.

James Garbarino, expert on childhood trauma, dies at 78

James Garbarino, MAT ’70, Ph.D. ’73, professor emeritus of human development and a renowned expert on childhood trauma, died March 7 in Ithaca. He was 78.

AI turns electron microscopy into materials insights in minutes

An autonomous artificial intelligence platform developed at Cornell streamlines materials research by quickly identifying key features in a microscopy image.

Flamenco artists featured on Concert Series April 11

The Dallas Morse Coors Concert Series at Cornell University closes its 2025-26 season with a performance from Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana on April 11 at 7:30 p.m. at Bailey Hall.

Around Cornell

Summit creates foundation for campus, community connection

More than 300 Cornell employees and community members attended the seventh annual Inclusive Excellence Summit on March 24, gathering virtually from across the nation for a day of connection and reflection.