Over the last decade, perovskite photovoltaics have emerged as the most exciting alternative to silicon, with Cornell researchers studying how the material can be grown to be more durable for optimal performance, and be recycled. Read more
In the same way that terrestrial life evolved from ocean swimmers to land walkers, soft robots are progressing, too, thanks to recent Cornell research in battery development and design. Read more
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
This prestigious recognition highlights her exceptional potential for leadership and groundbreaking contributions to the fields of nanoscale thermal transport and energy conversion. Tian, an expert in thermoelectric energy materials, microelectronics cooling, and sustainable energy solutions, is known for her innovative research on polymer-based thermal diodes, hybrid organic-inorganic material thermal conductivity, and advanced thermal management in semiconductors. Her work addresses critical challenges in national security, quantum computing, and space exploration, with far-reaching... Read more
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
The Brooks Tech Policy Institute has received $3 million from the Department of Defense to establish the U.S. Semiconductor Research Hub, which will assess and improve the resilience of the global network of semiconductor infrastructure. Read more
Pioneering advances in quantum computing, sustainable biotechnology, advanced manufacturing and biomedical innovation have earned six faculty members Research Excellence Awards, the highest research honor given annually by Cornell Engineering. Read more
Cornell researchers develop affordable test for iron deficiency, which affects 2 billion people, disproportionately impacting women of childbearing age as well as infants and young children. Read more
Applications are now open for Cornell’s new robotics doctoral program, which combines expertise across science and engineering, including mechanism design, modeling, dynamics, control, hardware, actuators, sensing, data science, machine learning, computing and social science. Read more
Katherine Ruelan ’27, a five-year veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, is majoring in mechanical engineering and attending Cornell full time thanks to a number of resources, including the Cornell Veterans Engineering Scholarship. Read more
