Merlin Bird Photo ID mobile app launches

The Merlin Bird Photo ID mobile app has been launched and, thanks to machine-learning technology, can identify hundreds of North American species it “sees” in photos.

Compound protects transplanted hearts from rejection

An experimental drug that blocks the activation of an immune cell component effectively prevented rejection of heart transplants in mice, says new research from scientists at Weill Cornell Medicine.

Study tracks stroke victim's restored communication ability

A Weill Cornell Medicine study published Dec. 7 represents the first time scientists have captured the restoration of communication of a minimally conscious patient by measuring aspects of brain structure and function.

Neuroimaging categorizes four depression subtypes

Patients with depression can be categorized into four unique subtypes defined by distinct patterns of abnormal connectivity in the brain, according to new research from Weill Cornell Medicine.

Complications arise from mesh used in pelvic surgeries

A synthetic mesh commonly used to treat urinary incontinence and weakening of female pelvis walls can lead to complications, new Weill Cornell Medicine research suggests.

Trevor Pinch book traverses tech, sociology, sound

“Entanglements: Conversations on the Human Traces of Science, Technology, and Sound” features interviews with Trevor Pinch, the Goldwin Smith Professor of Science & Technology Studies and professor of sociology.

Students win top prize in NYC financial hackathon

Cornell undergraduate and graduate students took part in a financial technology hackathon organized by Entrepreneurship at Cornell Nov. 11 at Cornell Tech in New York City.

NYC high schoolers discover opportunity at Big Red STEM Day

The first Big Red STEM Day exposed high school students from communities underrepresented in science, technology, engineering and mathematics to educational and career opportunities in those fields.

Martha E. Pollack, provost at Michigan, named 14th president

Martha E. Pollack, provost and executive vice president for academic affairs at the University of Michigan, was elected Cornell's 14th president. She will assume the presidency April 17, 2017.