Distant past may expose companies to claims of hypocrisy

Companies risk being criticized as hypocritical when their words and deeds don’t match – even if those discrepancies are decades apart.

Sap chiller to improve quality of life for maple producers

A new low-cost, do-it-yourself method allows maple syrup producers to cool and hold sap before boiling, giving greater flexibility and preventing all-nighters.

Prior authorization bans for opioid treatment may not improve retention

State laws that ban insurance prior authorization for buprenorphine, used for opioid use disorder, may not help more patients stay in treatment for the recommended 180 days, Weill Cornell Medicine researchers report.

New model may predict preeclampsia in late pregnancy

A machine-learning model developed by Weill Cornell Medicine investigators may provide clinicians with an early warning of a complication that can occur late in pregnancy.

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.

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.

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.

Microbe exposure may not protect against developing allergic disease

A new study in mice reveals that adults’ exposure to diverse microbes and allergens may in fact worsen certain allergic conditions.

Duffield Engineering showcases XRP robot at Governors Cup

Engineering faculty and students traveled to Washington, D.C., for the inaugural U.S. Governors Cup Robotics Tournament, where they showcased a robot in hopes of inspiring young students.