Gravitational wave signal tests Einstein’s theory of general relativity

The gravitational wave, a ripple in space-time set off by two black holes colliding, reached U.S.-based Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatories in January 2025.

Underwater 3D printing could transform maritime construction

An interdisciplinary collaboration has developed a way to 3D-print concrete underwater – a technique that could transform on-site maritime construction and the repair of critical infrastructure.

Research Matters’ video podcast debuts, translating ideas into impact

Launching Jan. 27 with three episodes, “Research Matters” spotlights Cornell scholars whose research directly engages with real-world challenges, from climate change and public safety to mental health.

Thorsten Joachims named vice provost for AI strategy

Joachims, professor of computer science and information science and director of the Cornell AI initiative, will coordinate AI across research, education and operations.

Readers just want good stories, regardless of character’s gender

In the first large-scale study of its kind, men were equally willing to continue reading a story that featured a woman as the main character as one with a man. Women, however, showed a slight preference for reading stories about other women. 

Are we asking the right questions to prevent tick-borne illnesses?

Research on prior surveys finds very few people have been asked why they chose not to take preventative actions.

Discovery illuminates how inflammatory bowel disease promotes colorectal cancer

Research unveiled a chain of immune reactions in the gut driven by a key signaling protein and a surge of white blood cells from the bone marrow.

Designing the future: a Q&A with Harald Haraldsson

Through rapid prototyping and creative experimentation, Harald and his students explore how emerging technologies can reshape the way we interact with both digital and physical environments.

Around Cornell

Americans still see opioid overdose as a crisis

Approximately 88% of adults view opioid overdose deaths as a very serious problem with high agreement across political groups, according to a national survey conducted by Weill Cornell Medicine researchers.