Snapshot shows Cornell’s impact on local economy

Cornell drives economic growth in Ithaca and region via student and visitor spending, increased entrepreneurship, taxes and fees, and contributions to local municipalities and nonprofits.

Cornell partners with industry to better assess drought risk

The project aligns with Cornell Atkinson's core mission of supporting research that drives meaningful impact across public opinion, policy, and corporate practices.

Sunlight and seawater lead to low-cost green hydrogen, clean water

Researchers developed a low-cost method to produce carbon-free “green” hydrogen via solar-powered electrolysis of seawater, with a helpful byproduct: potable water.

Times’ David Sanger to discuss the ‘New Cold Wars’ in visit

David Sanger, White House and national security correspondent for the New York Times, has been named a second spring 2025 Zubrow Distinguished Visiting Journalist in the College of Arts and Sciences.

Ceremony honors new, promoted Cornell police officers

Eight Cornell University Police officers were officially promoted to a higher rank or sworn in as new officers at a ceremony April 4.

Tree rings track atmospheric mercury cheaply

Wild fig tree rings offer a cheap method for tracking toxic atmospheric mercury, a byproduct of gold mining in the Global South.

Library puts rare James Baldwin collection on exhibit

The George Bixby James Baldwin collection, on display through July 25, includes rare and early editions of books by the famed author.

James Morgan ’60, MBA ’63, earns Engineering’s highest alumni honor

In recognition of his transformative leadership in nanomanufacturing technology, James C. Morgan ’60, MBA ’63, was presented with the Cornell Engineering Distinguished Alumni Award – the college’s highest alumni honor.

Avian flu in raw milk found to be broadly sensitive to heat

In response to dairy industry needs, a team of researchers found that avian flu persisted in raw milk for as long as eight weeks when refrigerated - but also that it did not survive pasteurization and even some subpasteurization temperatures.