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Researchers unveil a powerful new gene-switch tool

Investigators at Weill Cornell Medicine have developed a versatile and nontoxic technology for controlling the activity of any gene in a cell.

Brooks School team publishes new guide to strengthen grassroots advocacy in New York

A new guide developed by a team from Cornell University’s Brooks School of Public Policy aims to make state-level policy advocacy in New York more accessible, transparent, and effective for community leaders and grassroots…

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Randi Weingarten ’80 Book Talk Slated for ILR's NYC Office

American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten ’80 will discuss her new book, “Why Fascists Fear Teachers: Public Education and the Future of Democracy,” on Monday, November 17 at ILR’s New York City Conference Center at 570 Lexington Avenue. 

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Panel presents promise, peril of AI use in education at Cornell

The panel, “AI + Education: Teaching and Learning in the Age of AI,” held during the 75th Trustee-Council Annual Meeting, painted a complete picture of the state of AI in education at Cornell.

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Commemorating composer, pianist, pedagogue Louise Farrenc Nov. 14-15

The two-day event features performances of Farrenc’s chamber music on historical instruments, a reimagining of the salon culture in collaboration with the Johnson Museum of Art, and scholarly presentations. 

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Eric Stickel promoted to chief of Cornell University Police

Eric Stickel, interim chief of the Cornell University Police Department, has been promoted to chief of police, effective immediately, after serving as interim chief since Sept. 20 following the retirement of Chief Anthony Bellamy.

Xing honored for excellence in semiconductor research

Huili Grace Xing, the William L. Quackenbush Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and of Materials Science and Engineering, is the recipient of the 2025 University Research Award in Technology from the Semiconductor Industry Association and Semiconductor Research Corporation.

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Study links nutrition to better tuberculosis outcomes

Even after successful tuberculosis treatment, patients have a "metabolic scar" that can be ameliorated with better nutrition.

Entrepreneurs share insights at Eclectic Convergence 2025

The event, hosted by Entrepreneurship at Cornell at the Cornell Tech campus in New York City, also included a pitch contest among businesses with connections to Weill Cornell Medicine or Cornell Tech.

Three new Thought Summits to explore AI and data science frontiers

Cornell University has selected three new Thought Summits for 2026, advancing collaboration in artificial intelligence and data science across disciplines ranging from veterinary medicine and environmental justice to humanitarian response. 

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Astrocytes induce sex-specific effects on memory

Weill Cornell Medicine scientists have uncovered the first evidence that astrocyte receptors can trigger opposite effects on cognitive function in males and females. The findings point to astrocytes as contributors to sex-specific brain mechanisms.

Grant to fund robotic mealtime system for people with disabilities

Tapomayukh “Tapo” Bhattacharjee plans to develop a robot-assisted system that will not only prepare meals for people with severe mobility limitations but also feed them and clean their table afterward.