Psychologists: ‘There is no alternative to free speech’

Psychology’s extensive study of bias offers an important lens through which to view and reduce conflicts about free speech and hate speech, two Cornell psychologists say.

Climate-smart production boosts West African rice self-sufficiency

The System for Rice Intensification has significant potential to close the rice production gap in West Africa, according to Cornell researchers.

Computational biology symposium to showcase research, celebrate new center

Boyce Thompson Institute will host an inaugural symposium for the institute’s new Computational Biology Center May 8.

‘Intervene’ video and workshop receive best practices award

Cornell Health has been recognized by The American College Health Association as a recipient of the 2018 Best Practices: Health Promotion and Education Award for its campus bystander intervention film, "Intervene."

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NIH official promotes diverse scientific workforce at Weill Cornell Medicine

Dr. Hannah Valantine, chief officer for scientific workforce diversity at the NIH, advocated for diversity in academic medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine.

Weill Cornell Medicine community honored at diversity awards

Weill Cornell Medicine honored 18 faculty, trainees, students and staff April 23 for their outstanding service and leadership in promoting diversity.

Conference to strengthen data sharing among animal, public health labs

The College of Veterinary Medicine will host a conference on sharing antimicrobial resistance data among veterinary and public health agencies and stakeholders May 3-4.

Relieving real pain in a virtual world

Andrea Stevenson Won, assistant professor communication, is studying how immersing people in virtual reality can treat real-life pain.

CHESS researchers present user facility projects at D.C. expo

Researchers from the Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source showcased Cornell’s X-ray and technical support capabilities in Washington, D.C., April 25.