Cornell Chronicle
From Ken Roberts' recent research in Ecuador and evidence ripped from headlines worldwide, when political parties stoke partisan conflicts–often by contesting formal state institutions, like systems for managing elections–actual democratic capacity may take a hit as public opinion polarizes.
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Up to 20 early-stage research projects will receive funding from this year’s Global Hubs Research Seed Grants, connecting Cornell faculty with researchers at Global Hubs partner universities. Applications are due Oct. 15.
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Food systems make up roughly 30% of total greenhouse gas emissions globally. But transforming them could cut these emissions by more than half, according to a report released Oct. 3 from a commission of global experts.
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Changes in the genomes of the Turkana of northern Kenya reveal how they have evolved to survive in extreme desert conditions for thousands of years.
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Weill Cornell Medicine is collaborating with colleagues in Tanzania to increase the pipeline of female doctors, researchers and policymakers in health care, and focus attention on women’s health in Tanzania.
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Historian Peidong Sun began her new book “Unfiltered Regard for China: French Perspectives from Mao to Xi” amid profound personal upheaval: An exit ban from China and a move to France.
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The Brooks Global Policy Exchange is a reciprocal global learning experience that connects Cornell students with their peers at Global Hubs partner universities like USFQ.
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Cornell will send its largest-ever delegation to Climate Week NYC 2025, to present on issues including the renewable energy transition, protecting public health from heat waves and addressing the impact of climate change on housing.
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Eighteen Cornellians have been offered Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards this academic year.
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The federal government ended a program that has funded Cornell's Southeast Asia Program and South Asia Program for decades.