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Microbes that extract rare earth elements also can capture carbon

Cornell geochemists and synthetic biologists have collaborated to improve the efficiency of microbes that can dissolve rocks to extract critical minerals while speeding carbon sequestration from air.

Research at risk: Better testing for tick-borne diseases

Unlike some current tests, new testing could provide results even before symptoms occur – and even for unknown diseases.

Cornell Atkinson awards catalyze solutions in food, climate, clean energy

Atkinson Venture Fund awards have distributed $21.7 million to 223 projects spanning every college on Cornell’s campus over 15 years.

One tiny particle could complicate predictions of physics theorists

An international collaboration that includes Cornell researchers achieved a new level of precision in measuring the magnetic anomaly of the muon – a tiny, elusive particle that could have very big implications for understanding the subatomic world.

Fired up: Glassblower crafts the tools of innovation

Scientific glassblower Sean Donlon applies craftsmanship, problem-solving and a deep understanding of glass to support research and innovation.

Thomas A. Lewis named Graduate School dean, vice provost

The Cornell Board of Trustees Executive Committee voted on June 2 to approve the five-year appointment, effective Aug. 1.

Biodiversity allows for sustainable fisheries, better nutrition

To satisfy the seafood needs of billions of people, offering them access to a more biodiverse array of fish creates opportunities to mix-and-match species to obtain better nutrition from smaller portions of fish.

Savely Senderovich, scholar of Russian literature, dies at 89

Savely Senderovich, professor of Russian literature and medieval studies emeritus in the College of Arts and Sciences for more than 30 years, died on April 1 in Clarkstown, New York. He was 89.

Kanvas Biosciences harnesses the power of the microbiome

Company was launched through the Center for Life Science Ventures with technology licensed through the Center for Technology Licensing.

The women of Mu Gamma celebrate 50 years of mentorship

More than 100 Mu Gamma sisters, from founding members to current undergrads, recently gathered in Ithaca to celebrate the chapter’s 50th anniversary, and a tradition of service, scholarship and sisterhood at Cornell.

Brooks Public Policy PhDs address policy, begin careers at top institutions

For the five graduates who have earned Ph.D.s in public policy from the Brooks School in 2025, their academic journeys included COVID disruptions and a transition from the Department of Policy Analysis and Management to Brooks.

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New ‘stewards’ of the Bowers legacy congratulated at recognition ceremonies

The Cornell Ann S. Bowers College of Computing and Information Science recognized the largest number of graduates in its history at three ceremonies held Commencement weekend.

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