Listening to political opponents who share common values can ease polarization

Americans are more willing to engage with opposing views than popular narratives about echo chambers presume, and perceived common ground can help moderate positions.

Onboarding support helps merchants adopt digital payment methods

A research team led by Shreya Kankanhalli of the SC Johnson College found that supporting merchants during and after installation of digital payment devices resulted in significantly greater uptake of the technology.

Rand, Pennycook awarded for broad study of misinformation

The Behavioral Science & Policy Association (BSPA) has chosen a study led by Cornell researchers as its publication of the year. 

Around Cornell

To fight child hunger, coordinate food, health and climate policy

A new report shows protecting nutrition now depends on integrating food and health systems as climate shocks strain both at once.

Online grocery shopping could bring more fresh produce to SNAP families

Grocery shopping online could help SNAP families access healthy foods, especially for those with young children or long commutes to grocery stores.

Americans agree: Ultraprocessed foods pose major health hazard

Across partisan lines, Americans broadly believe ultraprocessed foods are addictive and harmful, and support policies that could strengthen safeguards and hold the food industry accountable.

A&S seniors celebrate their extraordinary journeys

As the class of 2026 graduates in Arts & Sciences, we celebrate their extraordinary journeys. 

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Prison education program wins $1.5M to create national research hub

The Cornell Prison Education Program has launched two national initiatives to address the data and research challenges facing programs that provide higher education in prisons.

Disability compounds employment woes for people with criminal records, and vice versa

Justice-impacted individuals with disabilities are considerably less likely to be employed than people with disabilities who have not interacted with the criminal justice system, according to Yang-Tan Institute research.