Students can attend hackathons on AI, health, animals and digital ag
Students can apply to take part in one of four hackathons this semester — two on campus and two in New York City. Read more
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Cornell research informs cybersecurity executive order
The executive order was the result of an intensive monthslong review by the Biden administration of hacking by criminals and foreign governments during the past four years. Read more
AI, quantum drive discovery of peptides for microplastic cleanup
A research team led by Cornell has demonstrated how quantum computing and artificial intelligence can be used to design new peptides capable of capturing microplastics that pose serious risks to ecosystems and human health. Read more
New biodegradable graft could help cardiovascular patients
The first-of-its-kind material not only expands and contracts like blood vessels but is also biodegradable; new vascular cells to grow around the graft as the body absorbs it. Read more
Ready to inspire: Fellowship program turns students into educators
The Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need program, or GAANN, funds and trains graduate students to teach engineering concepts as a lead instructor in the classroom. Read more
Six Cornell faculty win White House early career awards
The White House has recognized six Cornell faculty members, three from the Ithaca campus and three from Weill Cornell Medicine, with 2025 Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers. The awards were announced Jan. 14. Read more
Imaging technique reveals first 2D chainmail-like material
An advanced imaging technique developed at Cornell has revealed the first two-dimensional, mechanically interlocked polymer – resembling the links in chainmail - confirming a breakthrough in both material design and electron microscopy. Read more
What you need to know about carbon capture, utilization and storage
Cornell researchers Greeshma Gadikota, Phil Milner and Tobias Hanrath discuss their carbon capture research, including a new experimental CAPTURE-Lab at Cornell’s Combined Heat and Power Plant. Read more
Engineering announces reorganization to bolster Inclusive Excellence
Reaffirming and extending Cornell Engineering’s longstanding commitment to providing a supportive learning environment for students of all backgrounds, the college announced a significant reorganization of its Office of Inclusive Excellence, including new leadership and a broader vision. Read more
Bill Nye ’77 awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom
Bill Nye ’77, known by millions as the Science Guy and a tireless advocate for science education, received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the United States’ highest civilian honor, at a White House ceremony Jan. 4. Read more