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Long-term excavation at Sardis continues to reveal its rich past. Collaboration and continuity are key to protecting and understanding the ancient city. Spanning eras from the Greeks and Romans to the Ottoman Empire, Sardis in western Turkey has experienced continual cultural change. In contrast, ar...

Space-based experiments show fungi can efficiently extract valuable metals from meteorites in microgravity, advancing prospects for asteroid biomining and sustainable resource use. As humans look toward deep-space travel, there is one group of travelers that will inevitably come along: microbes. The...

Scientists have identified a hidden barrier that prevents immunotherapy from working against a rare liver cancer. Immunotherapy, which activates the body’s own immune system to kill cancer cells, has transformed treatment for some cancers, but it has largely fallen short against a rare, aggressive l...

Birds across the planet share a learned warning cry that may echo the origins of language itself. Bird species that live thousands of miles apart and diverged millions of years ago are using strikingly similar alarm calls to warn of parasitic threats near their nests, according to an international t...

A new study suggests that language may rely less on complex grammar than previously thought. Every time we speak, we’re improvising. “Humans possess a remarkable ability to talk about almost anything, sometimes putting words together into never-before-spoken or -written sentences,” said Morten H. Ch...

As GLP-1 weight-loss drugs become more common, their effects may be reshaping everyday food choices in ways that extend far beyond individual health. When people in the United States begin using appetite-suppressing medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy, the effects can reach far beyond changes in ...

Every spring, the familiar songs of Wood Thrushes and warblers return to parks and backyards across eastern North America. Their seasonal arrival feels local, yet these birds spend most of their lives much farther south, supported by the lush and often remote forests of Central America. New Research...

An exoplanet completely or densely covered by clouds could aid astronomers in their search for signs of life beyond Earth. Cloudy skies may spoil a picnic or block a view of the stars through a telescope, but thick cloud layers on distant worlds could actually help scientists look for life beyond Ea...

Cornell engineers have created the world’s first “microwave brain” — a revolutionary microchip that computes with microwaves instead of traditional digital circuits. This tiny, low-power processor performs real-time tasks like signal decoding, radar tracking, and data analysis while consuming less t...

Strong, sustained social connections across life may slow biological aging, lowering inflammation and keeping the body’s “epigenetic clock” younger. A lifetime of supportive relationships and community ties may help slow the body’s aging process. From the warmth of parents in childhood to friendship...

A sweeping review of more than a century’s research upends the popular notion that left-handers are naturally more creative. Cornell psychologists sifted through nearly a thousand studies, ultimately finding no consistent advantage for lefties on standard divergent-thinking tests, and even a slight ...

Romaine lettuce has been linked to repeated E. coli outbreaks, but new research from Cornell University uncovers how contamination happens—and how to stop it. The study highlights irrigation water, especially untreated surface water applied through spray systems, as a key culprit. Switching to drip ...

Cornell-led researchers drilled 7 km deep into the Japan Trench to study the fault behind the 2011 Tohoku earthquake, uncovering key insights into earthquake mechanics and tsunami risks. A team of international marine researchers, guided by experts from Cornell University, has successfully completed...

Researchers are using basalt spectra to study exoplanets and search for water with the James Webb Space Telescope. By studying chemical processes in the Earth’s hot mantle, Cornell scientists are building a library of basalt-based spectral signatures. This research aims to identify the composi...

Cornell researchers have developed a stable, multi-target vaccine offering long-lasting protection against COVID-19 and influenza, with promising results in mice. Cornell University researchers have developed a new vaccine platform designed to offer stronger, longer-lasting protection against both C...

Researchers found that magma chambers beneath Cascade Range volcanoes persist even when the volcanoes are dormant, challenging previous assumptions. This discovery could improve volcanic monitoring and eruption prediction. New research led by Cornell University challenges the long-standing belief th...

Researchers have created a recyclable, bio-based alternative to thermoset plastics using dihydrofuran (DHF). Cornell University researchers have developed a recyclable alternative to thermoset plastics, a durable class of materials commonly used in car tires, replacement hip joints, and bowling ball...

A 2023 global heat spike was partly due to reduced sulfate emissions from shipping, which decreased cloud cover and raised temperatures by 0.08°C. Cornell researchers stress the need for stronger emissions cuts and potential climate interventions to manage global warming. In the summer of 2023, glob...

A study from Cornell University shows how pupils’ contraction and dilation during sleep stages indicate the consolidation of new and old memories, offering insights that could revolutionize memory enhancement methods and advance artificial intelligence. Cornell University researchers have disc...

Cornell University researchers have created a detailed understanding of how muscles lose their ability to regenerate as they age, using mice as a model. They identified 29 cell types and found that immune cells and muscle stem cells behave differently in older mice, leading to discoordination in mus...

Cornell researchers created a diagnostic tool using cell-free RNA to distinguish between pediatric inflammatory conditions like MIS-C and Kawasaki Disease. This tool also tracks organ health and was developed with support from the NIH. RNA is released from cells either through cell death or active s...

Cornell researchers explain Mars’ bright radar reflections with ice layer interference, challenging the idea of liquid water beneath the pole. Cornell University researchers have provided a simple and comprehensive – if less dramatic – explanation for the bright radar reflections initially tho...

Cornell University research demonstrates that sleep resets the hippocampus, enabling continuous learning and offering new strategies for treating memory-related disorders. While everyone knows that a good night’s sleep restores energy, a new Cornell University study finds it resets another vital fun...

Cornell University research reveals avian influenza’s mammal-to-mammal transmission in the U.S., involving dairy cattle, cats, and a raccoon, raising concerns about possible mutations and human transmission. A recent study by Cornell University reveals that avian influenza has spilled over fro...

Researchers from Cornell University have utilized bistatic radar data from Cassini’s flybys of Titan to analyze the surface properties of its hydrocarbon seas. The study identifies variations in surface roughness and composition, suggesting diverse geological and meteorological processes at wo...

A new study reveals a unique genetic mutation in dogs that may contribute to antimicrobial resistance in E. coli, suggesting dogs as effective models for studying human infections. The research identifies obsolete genes in E. coli that trap antibiotics, offering new avenues for therapy and enhancing...

Cornell researchers are addressing the common issue of a rotten egg smell in canned wines by modifying their formulation and developing more durable liners to enhance both the product’s aroma and packaging longevity. Researchers at Cornell University are striving to eliminate the unpleasant ro...

Cornell researchers have refined the estimated sinking period of the Kyrenia shipwreck to between 286-272 BCE by overcoming dating challenges such as contaminant removal and revising the radiocarbon calibration curve, enhancing both historical understanding and broader scientific research. Historic ...

Research from Cornell University suggests that prolonged maternal care contributes to longer lifespans and slower reproductive rates in humans and other mammals, supporting theories that explain extended maternal roles and menopause. The relationship between mother and child may offer clues to the m...

New research shows that goldenrod plants demonstrate a form of intelligence by adapting their responses to herbivores based on the presence of neighboring plants and environmental cues, challenging traditional definitions of intelligence. Goldenrod can perceive other plants nearby without ever touch...