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First Guerlac Lecture to celebrate ‘rock star’ science historian

Princeton history professor Michael Gordin will give the inaugural lecture celebrating the life and work of Henry Guerlac ’32, M.S. ’33, an influential historian of science and Cornell faculty member for three decades.

Study finds protein partnership protects chromosomes

A new study from Weill Cornell Medicine provides insights into how cells maintain the tiny end caps of chromosomes as they divide, a key process in keeping cells healthy.

Cornell Tech alumni create New York City law firm to transform law with tech

Three alumni from Cornell Tech’s Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Law, Technology, and Entrepreneurship program have joined forces at ALVK Law.

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Student employees honored for dedication, initiative

Twelve Cornell students and one staff member earned awards for their exceptional contributions within Student and Campus Life.

For advances in treating ACL injuries, look to dogs

The same protein accumulates in the joints of both dogs and humans after ACL injury, which means using dogs as a model for study may vastly accelerate advances in understanding of both ACL injury and post-traumatic osteoarthritis. 

Community engagement awards recognize transformative partnerships and projects

The third annual Community Engagement Awards brought together students, faculty, staff and community partners to celebrate the power of collaboration and connection. Hosted by the Einhorn Center for Community Engagement on April 8 in the Statler Hotel Ballroom, the event recognized the diverse and far-reaching efforts of those working to create positive change in Ithaca and around the world.

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Earth Day research: Powering the future with clean energy

New SC Johnson College research shows primary contributors to recent clean energy patents are existing inventors rather than newcomers.

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Gut microbes release cancer-fighting bile acids

Bacteria naturally present in the human intestine can transform cholesterol-derived bile acids into powerful metabolites that strengthen anticancer immunity by blocking androgen signaling, according to a preclinical study.

Growth across fields: Scientific collaboration tackles farming challenges

A new study, published in Global Change Biology, presents five case studies that demonstrate how deep collaboration can transform crop monitoring, fertilizer use and water management to tackle the most significant challenges facing farming: water status, fertilizer systems and phosphorus recovery.

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Cornell Atkinson at 15: celebrating science, fostering hope

The Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability’s 15th-anniversary conference addressed past successes and future efforts to support climate and sustainability.

DIY tinkerers tackle defunct tech at Earth Day Repair Fair

Visitors to the Earth Day Repair Fair can fix, donate or recycle their defunct tech - from laptops to keyboards to headphones. Anything with a cord (including the cord!) will be accepted.

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From pinot noir to public policy: John S. Dyson ’65 shares lessons in leadership

Entrepreneur, public servant, longtime Cornell trustee, and Dyson Alumni Leadership Award recipient John Dyson spoke at Dyson Leads in New York City.

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