Boosting mental muscle leads to better performance

A new study finds that when elementary school children extend their ability to focus on either academic or non-academic tasks in the classroom, they boost their mental muscle, resulting in improved test scores.

More diverse investigators could help diversify clinical trials

Black Americans are more willing to participate in medical studies led by Black doctors and researchers, perceiving them as more trustworthy, finds new research co-authored by a Cornell economist.

Three A.D. White Professors-at-Large on campus this spring

This semester, visiting A.D. White Professors-at-Large Steven Levitsky, Sir Hilary Beckles and Martín Caparrós will explore themes of democracy, reparatory justice and Latin American narratives during public talks.

Emily Pape ’26 rallies the Big Red team for the greater good

Emily Pape ’26 leads on and off the court, rallying Big Red for a greener future.

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Cornell faculty honored for community-engaged innovation

Thirteen faculty members from across Cornell are being honored by the Einhorn Center for Community Engagement with this year’s Community-Engaged Practice and Innovation Awards

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Neuroscience helps teachers empower students and themselves

The program from the Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research provides student teachers an understanding on the neuroscience behind children’s learning and development and encourages them to pass that knowledge to their students.

Where computer scientists and economists talk to each other

In a world that’s growing more connected every day, economists and computer scientists need to work together. Cornell researchers have thought this way for years, and the rest of the world is catching on. 

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Enabling hotel guests to customize their rooms fosters customer loyalty

Hotel guests who can customize their rooms by selecting layout, snack bar offerings, and pillow softness are more likely to become loyal customers.

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Cornell Center for Social Sciences names 2025-26 Faculty Fellows

12 faculty members from seven colleges have been named 2025-26 Faculty Fellows with the Cornell Center for Social Sciences.

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