Flipped chromosomal segments drive natural selection

Research finds that chromosomal inversions – which occur when a chunk of chromosome containing tens to thousands of genes breaks off, flips and reattaches – help certain species maintain genetic differences adapted to various regions.

ILR, unions offer NYC construction workers innovative emotional first aid

The ILR School’s Worker Institute and unions launched an innovative peer support initiative to destigmatize mental health and reduce suicide in New York City’s construction industry.

$25M endowment to advance experiential learning in Duffield Engineering

The funding will provide long-term support to programs that provide undergraduates with opportunities to participate on project teams, join research labs, develop and evaluate innovative technologies, and benefit from other hands-on learning activities.

NYCST grants boost New York state space tech industry

A new round of grants from the Cornell-led New York Consortium for Space Technology Innovation and Development will advance aerospace research, manufacturing and workforce development in New York state.

Ivy basketball tourneys bring ‘madness’ to Ithaca

The men’s and women’s Ivy League basketball tournaments will both be held at Cornell for the first time, following a year of preparation.

CEO turnover taxes analyst attention, skewing broader forecasts

When analyst attention is absorbed by CEO turnover, other companies in their portfolio pay the price, new Cornell research finds.

RBG’s influences featured in ‘Fashioning Justice’ exhibit

Ruth Bader Ginsburg ’54 was a champion for women’s equality. Her style, and the substance behind it, will be on display in an exhibit, “Fashioning Justice: Ruth Bader Ginsburg ’54 and the Power of Presence.”

Job listings with wide pay ranges may deter female applicants

Research finds women have a stronger preference for jobs with narrower salary ranges compared to men, and that this preference is associated with less assertive negotiation behaviors.

Going nuclear: Student group embraces clean energy

The newly formed student group Cornell Nuclear is Clean Energy is embracing nuclear technology to fight climate change and create jobs.