A simpler, safer operation for treating kidney cancer

Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center propose a simpler, safer procedure for treating a certain type of early-stage kidney cancer in older adults. 

Academic Integration Initiative builds on first-year successes

A year into Cornell’s Academic Integration Initiative, Gary Koretzky ’78 is relocating to Ithaca and taking on a new title to continue leading efforts to better promote, build and enhance collaborative research efforts across Cornell's campuses.

Eight new trustees elected to Cornell board

At its May 26 meeting, the Cornell Board of Trustees elected three new trustees to four-year terms; four others were elected by constituent groups.

Commencement honors future health care leaders

Weill Cornell Medicine’s Class of 2018 – 289 students strong – celebrated at commencement exercises May 31 at Carnegie Hall.

Molecule may give rise to new osteoporosis treatments

A molecule promoting blood vessel growth in bone can create an environment suitable for bone-building formation, representing a potential target for new drugs to treat osteoporosis.

Mentoring Academy established at Weill Cornell Medicine

Weill Cornell Medicine has established a new Mentoring Academy dedicated to nurturing the next generation of healthcare leaders. 

Mediterranean diet may protect against Alzheimer’s

A Western-style diet triggers changes in the brain that may predispose patients to Alzheimer’s disease decades before they show any sign of cognitive decline.

NYC Cornell students solve tech challenges for Roosevelt Island seniors

Cornell Tech and Weill Cornell Medicine students teamed up with Roosevelt Island senior citizens to understand technology solutions that could make their lives a little easier.

NIH official promotes diverse scientific workforce at Weill Cornell Medicine

Dr. Hannah Valantine, chief officer for scientific workforce diversity at the NIH, advocated for diversity in academic medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine.