Powerful AI tool can boost precision medicine, treatments

A tool co-developed by Cornell researchers uses AI and machine learning to solve and predict how human proteins might interface and interact with other proteins, which can greatly accelerate fundamental research and clinical precision medicine.

Stretching shapes and building tools: topology at Cornell

Cornell has been responsible for many milestones in the field of topology.

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Race-blind college admissions harm diversity without improving quality

 A new study by Cornell information science researchers finds that ignoring race in college admissions leads to an admitted class that is much less diverse, but with similar academic credentials to those where affirmative action is factored in.

Mini smart city drives design of safer automated transportation

The Information and Decision Science Laboratory is designing a better – and safer – future for transportation with the help of a 20-by-20-foot “smart” scaled city and a fleet of motorized cars, drones and virtual reality technology.

Making beneficiaries pay for new power lines is fair strategy

Using the “beneficiary pays” principle for new power infrastructure will encourage investment in the grid without causing disputes over cost-sharing, new research shows.

Scientists compile library for evaluating exoplanet water

Cornell scientists are developing a library of basalt-based spectral signatures that not only will help reveal the composition of planets outside of our solar system, but also could demonstrate evidence of water on those exoplanets.

Colorado River basins could face tipping point, drought study warns

Water from Colorado’s West Slope basins plays a vital role in supporting the economy and natural environment across seven western U.S. states.

Peer advisors polish resumes, build confidence

The peer advisor program is restarting in the Arts & Sciences Career Development office.

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Sagan celebrated for scientific mind – and imagination

In person and online Nov. 9, thousands attended an interdisciplinary program of research presentations and music celebrated Carl Sagan’s legacy on what would have been his 90th birthday.