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Nearly 100 Cornell University employees just earned college degrees while juggling full-time jobs, thanks to tuition programs that let them pursue education without sacrificing their careers. From nursing to neuroscience, these graduates show what's possible when workplaces invest in their people.
Three new Cornell University Library exhibits are proving that wildlife conservation works, showcasing both heartbreaking losses and inspiring comebacks of endangered species. The displays launch April 16 with stories of hope alongside powerful reminders of what we could lose.
A Cornell student who convinced her California school district to quit fossil fuels is now leading 40 classmates in championing nuclear power as the key to meeting climate goals. Their first major event drew 200 people and support from Miss America 2023.
Researchers at Cornell developed tiny silicon particles that completely cured aggressive prostate cancer in 4 out of 10 mice by both killing tumors and waking up the immune system. The breakthrough treatment, made from the same material found in leafy greens, caused zero damage to healthy tissue.
Two Cornell teammates turned championship winning into a full-time job, capturing three national titles across different leagues in just over a year. Their latest victory ended a 15-year drought for the Toronto Rock.
Scientists at Cornell University have successfully tested a safe, reversible male contraceptive in mice that completely stops sperm production without hormones. After treatment ended, fertility returned fully and the mice produced healthy offspring.
Cornell engineers built a tamper-proof digital system that prevents companies from faking their climate progress. The platform could finally make carbon credits trustworthy.
Cornell students are solving one of NASA's biggest challenges: how to safely manage thousands of drones flying together in crowded skies. Their breakthrough approach teaches drones to avoid collisions on their own, just like cars navigate roads.
Engineers at Cornell University just solved a massive challenge: 3D printing concrete structures directly on the ocean floor. Their breakthrough could revolutionize how we build tunnels, pipelines, and dams beneath the waves.
Cornell researchers are teaching robots to 3D print concrete structures underwater using seafloor sediment, potentially transforming how we build and repair bridges, ports, and other critical ocean infrastructure. The breakthrough could make maritime construction faster, cheaper, and far less disruptive to marine environments.
Cornell researchers discovered that tracking solar panels installed over farmland can slash destructive winds by up to 70%, protecting crops while generating clean energy. The innovation turns farms into dual-purpose powerhouses that shield plants from damage.
A six-year study shows researchers can safely stop and restart sperm production without hormones or lasting harm. Treated mice regained full fertility and had healthy offspring.
A college sprinter who didn't even run the 400 meters in high school just broke her school's record and became one of the top nine fastest runners in Ivy League history. Francine Stevens clocked 53.69 seconds at Penn State, proving that sometimes finding your event later means finding your greatness.
Researchers can now see atomic-scale defects inside computer chips for the first time, revealing tiny flaws that slow down electronics. The breakthrough could help make everything from smartphones to AI systems work better.
Cornell researchers discovered milkweed plants have evolved a brilliant new defense mechanism that could revolutionize monarch butterfly conservation efforts. The findings reveal nature's surprising innovation in one of evolution's oldest battles.
Cornell researchers discovered vitamin B12 plays a far bigger role in human health than previously known, protecting muscle strength and energy production as we age. Early intervention could help millions of older adults maintain vitality and independence.
Cornell researchers stumbled upon one of the world's largest bee colonies hiding in plain sight at an Ithaca cemetery. The 5.5 million ground-nesting bees are quietly pollinating the area while reminding us that nature finds a way, even in unexpected places.
Cornell researchers discovered a simple fix to help women apply for high-paying jobs. Adding just two sentences about how pay is determined eliminated gender differences in applications and salary negotiations.
Cornell Lab of Ornithology just released a free online tool that maps the complete evolutionary family tree of every bird species on Earth. Birders can now explore how their favorite species evolved and even visualize their personal birding lists through millions of years of history.
A new robotic glove with 37 tiny actuators can reduce hand swelling by up to 25% in just 30 minutes, and patients can use it safely at home without a therapist. Cornell researchers developed EdemaFlex to help millions suffering from painful hand edema finally get relief on their own schedule.
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