Maternal antibodies may protect babies from cytomegalovirus

Antibodies that summon white blood cells may play an important role in protecting infants from congenital infection with human cytomegalovirus, according to a study led by an investigator at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian.

Study reveals new mode of triggering immune responses

Small proteins that direct immune cells toward sites of infection can also form DNA-bound nanoparticles that can induce chronic, dysfunctional immune responses, according to a new study.

Scientists identify key molecular protector of gut health

A protein called Zbtb46, expressed by specialized immune cells, has a major role in protecting the gastrointestinal tract from excessive inflammation, according to a study from researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine.

“Startup Cornell” podcast features one-year anniversary special

Hear speakers from the podcast's first year share their top tips.

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Improving care for road injuries could save lives

New research found that establishing complete trauma care programs accessible to 100% of road injury victims could save the lives of 200,000 people annually.

Collaboration will advance cardiac health through AI

A three-year, $15 million partnership between Cornell and NewYork-Presbyterian will employ artificial intelligence to help improve outcomes for people with cardiovascular disease.

Mantle cell lymphoma treatment varies according to setting

There is considerable variation in the management of mantle cell lymphoma across different clinical settings according to an analysis by investigators.

Post-operative atrial fibrillation associated with higher risk for heart failure

Post-operative atrial fibrillation may be a marker for early-stage heart failure and may potentially contribute to its development, according to a new study.

Women Innovator Awards support diversity in invention

Three Cornell scientists were honored during a June 1 ceremony promoting women’s engagement in innovation and commercialization – part of Cornell’s efforts to elevate women inventors, who were awarded just 12.8% of all U.S. patents in 2019.