Molecular structures provide roadmap for targeted Parkinson’s disease therapeutics

Researchers have uncovered how a key Parkinson’s protein shifts between inactive and active forms, revealing the structural changes that enable certain mutations to push the protein into an overactive state. 

NYS teachers take on microplastics with snail-inspired robot

Researchers and extension staff translated complex research into a hands-on curriculum – including the construction and deployment of floating robots – for New York State teachers and their students. 

AI plus chemistry can expand battery electrolyte design

Artificial intelligence is aiding the search for better battery materials while using a creative approach to chemistry to expand the design space for electrolytes, unlocking new possibilities for safer, higher-performing energy storage.

Breakthrough may change treatment for metastatic prostate cancer

Earlier use of a targeted radionuclide therapy delays metastatic prostate cancer progression when administered as part of a trio of drugs, according to a phase 3 clinical trial.

Coordinating the development of heart muscle and vasculature

A new finding could point toward innovative approaches for treating cardiovascular conditions that lead to heart failure.

Tree-focused tech aims to bring more shade to vulnerable New Yorkers

Announced Aug. 5 at Cornell Tech, a research partnership will help neighborhoods in Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx identify where new trees are needed most to improve public health.

Roper Center renews decade-long partnership with Cornell

The Roper Center for Public Opinion Research will remain at Cornell for another 10 years, the longest term in the partnership’s history, as of Aug. 1.

Around Cornell

Insights into bee biology could ease US rules for organic honey

Strict regulations have prevented continental U.S. beekeepers from participating in the lucrative organic honey market, but new findings could provide evidence to open organic markets to U.S. producers.

Humble grain, big question: Could supercharged millet help children’s gut health?

The fight against childhood malnutrition may have just gotten a new tool in biofortified millet.