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Instructor Corey Ryan Earle ’07, Cornell’s unofficial archivist, presented the most recent edition in the Last Lecture series, which encourages a distinguished faculty member or employee to deliver a lecture as if it were their last.

A domestic robot programmed to undertake chores in an industrial setting may struggle to efficiently clean the sink or dispose of trash when utilized in a homeowner’s kitchen, as this unfamiliar setting contrasts with its training environment. To prevent such issues, engineers typically strive to make the simulated training settings as similar as possible to…

Machines have advanced significantly since the Roomba. Nowadays, drones are beginning to deliver items directly to doorsteps, autonomous vehicles are maneuvering along certain roadways, robotic canines are assisting emergency personnel, and numerous other automatons are executing backflips while contributing on manufacturing floors. Nevertheless, Luca Carlone believes the finest innovations are still on the horizon. Carlone,…

In 2014, a group of MIT scholars in course 15.366 (Climate and Energy Ventures) devised a strategy to market MIT discoveries regarding the transfer of data between chips using light rather than electricity, thereby decreasing energy consumption. Upon concluding the course, which challenges participants to identify initial customers and present their business concept to investors,…

Gerald E. Schneider, a professor emeritus in psychology and part of the MIT community for more than 60 years, departed this life on Dec. 11, 2024. He was 84 years old. Schneider was a specialist in the connections between brain architecture and behavior, focusing on neuronal development, regeneration, or modified growth following brain injuries, and…

Enterprises and programmers frequently encounter a rigorous learning curve when implementing renewable energy solutions, such as solar setups and electric vehicle chargers. To secure an equitable arrangement, they must maneuver through an intricate bidding process that necessitates soliciting proposals, assessing bids, and ultimately establishing a contract with a supplier. Now, the startup Station A, launched…

A few years back, the inhabitants of a manufactured-home community in the southeastern suburbs of Houston, near the Buffalo Bayou, undertook a significant initiative to address climate challenges: They acquired the land beneath their residences. Subsequently, they improved drainage systems and devised strategies to share knowledge and tools for home maintenance. What was the outcome?…

Structures are quite expensive these days. However, when concrete edifices are being erected, there is an alternative material that can lower their costs: clay. Researchers at MIT have devised a technique to utilize lightly processed clay, including soil from construction sites, as the “formwork” molds into which concrete is poured. This method employs 3D printing…

A novel trial vaccine created by scientists at MIT and Caltech may provide defense against newly arising variants of SARS-CoV-2, in addition to related coronaviruses, termed sarbecoviruses, which might transition from animals to humans. Apart from SARS-CoV-2, the pathogen responsible for COVID-19, sarbecoviruses—a subgroup of coronaviruses—encompass the virus that caused the original SARS outbreak in…

Ammonia is the most extensively manufactured compound globally today, utilized chiefly as a source of nitrogen fertilizer. Its creation also constitutes a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions — the highest in the entire chemical sector. Recently, a group of researchers at MIT has devised a groundbreaking method for synthesizing ammonia without the conventional fossil-fuel-based…

The nematode C. elegans is a basic organism whose nervous system consists of precisely 302 neurons. The entirety of the connections among these neurons has been meticulously charted, enabling scientists to examine how they collaborate to produce the various behaviors of the organism. Steven Flavell, an associate professor at MIT in brain and cognitive sciences…

The Quick Web Evaluation of Reading (QWER) is capable of evaluating an entire student population for reading challenges in the duration it typically requires to assess a single student. Associate Professor Jason Yeatman elaborates on its acceptance as an authorized dyslexia screening instrument within the state of California.

A study conducted by researchers from Stanford and Harvard reveals expanding achievement disparities, with the wealthiest districts being almost four times more likely to rebound compared to the most impoverished ones. However, it also highlights areas of success.

The foundational course unites enthusiastic graduates and experienced instructors to investigate the mechanics of our planet and how humanity influences it, emphasizing climate change, marine environments, sustainable agriculture, energy studies, and additional topics.

Stanford GSB Professor Stefanos Zenios alongside Ken Favaro, MBA ’83, created a novel methodology known as ‘precedents thinking,’ and are applying it to enhance sectors ranging from healthcare to entertainment.

Researchers at Stanford indicate that existing techniques for evaluating the carbon sequestration capabilities of biochar could greatly underestimate its ecological advantages.

A recent examination directed by Stanford Medicine highlights the influence of domestic abuse on firearm fatalities among children. “Our concerns are misguided,” asserts senior author Stephanie Chao. “In reality, our residences could be more perilous than educational institutions.”

Investigating the genetic structure of breast cancer progression may uncover novel treatment possibilities, research at Stanford Medicine indicates.

In the most recent installment of the Future of Everything podcast, a materials engineer discusses how this revelation might pave the way for a new era of minimally invasive medical imaging.

Sina Schuldt/AP photo Health Gambling issues are escalating. Experts emphasize immediate action is essential. With the recent uptick in legalized sports wagering and digital platforms, public health authorities propose therapeutic and legislative solutions. Clea Simon Harvard Correspondent January 28, 2025 5 min read Over the past six years, gambling issues have intensified due to the…

Source: CDC Health A method to preserve lives in correctional facilities Researchers analyzing healthcare across numerous institutions associate accreditation with enhanced cooperation and treatment, leading to fewer fatalities Christina Pazzanese Harvard Staff Writer January 28, 2025 6 min read A landmark 1976 Supreme Court ruling stated that while the Constitution mandates healthcare for incarcerated individuals,…

Health The brain’s guardians Variances in neuronal stimulation in mice with intact immune cells known as regulatory T cells or Tregs (left) and depleted Tregs (right). The discovery illustrates that Tregs contribute to maintaining stable neuronal activity under typical circumstances. Credit: Mathis/Benoist Lab Ekaterina Pesheva HMS Communications January 28, 2025 6 min read HMS research…

Nation & World Want to increase the population? Motivate fathers to engage more at home. Christy DeSmith Harvard Staff Writer January 27, 2025 5 min read New historical research by economist Claudia Goldin uncovers connection between birth rates and gender roles Birth rates have decreased everywhere except sub-Saharan Africa. Furthermore, they have diminished more swiftly…

Health How does ketamine function? Recent research provides clarity. Marc Duque Ramírez in the laboratory. Photos by Grace DuVal Clea Simon Harvard Correspondent January 27, 2025 4 min read An emerging anesthetic recognized as a revolutionary treatment for severe, treatment-resistant depression  The anesthetic ketamine has gained prominence as a remedy for individuals experiencing severe depression…

“`html Nation & World What constitutes an effective educator? One ability — perhaps the most critical for instructors — is also the toughest to articulate January 27, 2025 4 min read Part of the Wondering series A collection of various inquiries addressed by Harvard authorities. Educators can have a lasting influence on our achievements in…

Campus & Community Boston, Harvard unveil affordable housing funding A 43-unit project at 65 Seattle St. in Allston is among two Harvard-supported affordable housing initiatives receiving funding from the city of Boston. Rendering provided by Urbanica Inc. Amy Kamosa Harvard Correspondent January 27, 2025 4 min read Nearly 100 units set to be established in…

Work & Economy How to steer clear of truly detrimental choices. (Hint: A key tip is simply to pause.) Business ethics expert shares methods for tackling intricate, challenging dilemmas, legal ambiguities, and provides guidance applicable to everyone. Christina Pazzanese Harvard Staff Writer January 24, 2025 7 min read Joseph Badaracco. Photo by Susan Young The…

Campus & Community Harvard University Housing introduces new rental prices for 2025–2026 Botanic Gardens is among 70 properties overseen by Harvard University Housing. Photo by David Kurtis © 2023 January 24, 2025 5 min read Average increase of 5% for renewing residents  Harvard University Housing (HUH) administers roughly 3,000 apartments, presenting a diverse selection of…

Stephanie Mitchell/Harvard Staff Photographer Campus & Community Harvard collaborates with national nonprofit to recruit exceptional low-income students First QuestBridge Scholars will enroll in fall 2026 January 23, 2025 2 min read Harvard University has revealed a fresh collaboration with QuestBridge, a national nonprofit initiative that links high-achieving individuals from low-income backgrounds with top-tier liberal arts…

Fraudulent sites promoting Google Chrome have been employed to spread harmful installers for a remote access trojan known as ValleyRAT. The malware, initially discovered in 2023, is linked to a threat entity identified as Silver Fox, whose earlier attack operations mainly focused on Chinese-speaking areas such as Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Mainland China. “This entity…

Ransomware assaults garnered cybercriminal organizations a sum of $813.5 million in 2024, reflecting a reduction from $1.25 billion in 2023. According to blockchain analysis company Chainalysis, the overall sum extorted during the initial six months of 2024 reached $459.8 million, noting that payment transactions dropped post-July 2024 by approximately 3.94%. “The frequency of ransomware incidents…

A recent malware initiative named SparkCat has utilized a collection of fraudulent applications on the app stores of both Apple and Google to appropriates users’ mnemonic phrases linked to cryptocurrency wallets. The assaults capitalize on an optical character recognition (OCR) system to extract specific images that hold wallet recovery phrases from photo libraries and transmit…

Privileged Access Management (PAM) has surfaced as a foundation of contemporary cybersecurity approaches, transitioning from a mere technical requirement to an essential component in executive agendas. With the PAM market estimated to achieve $42.96 billion by 2037 (as per Research Nester), enterprises are making significant investments in PAM technologies. What accounts for PAM’s elevation in…

The nation-state cybercriminal organization associated with North Korea, referred to as Kimsuky, has been spotted executing spear-phishing campaigns to deploy an information theft malware called forceCopy, based on recent discoveries from the AhnLab Security Intelligence Center (ASEC). These assaults initiate with phishing emails that include a Windows shortcut (LNK) file masquerading as a Microsoft Office…

You reach the workplace, activate your computer, and anxiety begins to overwhelm you. Each document is inaccessible, and all systems are immobilized. A ransom note appears on your display: “Remit $2 million in Bitcoin within 48 hours or forfeit everything.” Furthermore, the most distressing aspect is that even upon payment, there’s no assurance of recovering…

Cisco has launched enhancements to mitigate two severe security vulnerabilities in the Identity Services Engine (ISE) that may enable distant attackers to run arbitrary commands and escalate privileges on vulnerable devices. The weaknesses are detailed as follows – CVE-2025-20124 (CVSS score: 9.9) – A flawed Java deserialization issue in an API of Cisco ISE that…

The North Korea-associated Lazarus Group has been connected to a current initiative that utilizes counterfeit LinkedIn employment opportunities in the cryptocurrency and travel industries to deploy malware capable of compromising Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems. As stated by cybersecurity firm Bitdefender, the deception initiates with a communication dispatched on a career-oriented social media platform,…

Cybercriminals are progressively utilizing authentic HTTP client tools to execute account takeover (ATO) assaults on Microsoft 365 ecosystems. Enterprise security firm Proofpoint reported that it has noticed operations employing HTTP clients Axios and Node Fetch to dispatch HTTP requests and obtain HTTP responses from web servers aimed at perpetrating ATO attacks. “Initially obtained from public

A newly identified threat entity referred to as Silent Lynx has been associated with cyber offensives aimed at multiple organizations in Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan. “This threat collective has earlier focused on organizations throughout Eastern Europe and Central Asian governmental research institutions engaged in financial policymaking and the banking industry,” Seqrite Labs investigator Subhajeet Singha stated…

The 18th yearly Soup & Hope speaker series makes its comeback at Sage Chapel, featuring six storytellers from Cornell’s staff, faculty, and student body who will recount their journeys of overcoming life’s adversities, all while participants savor a complimentary meal of soup and bread.

Electors are concerned about their current standing compared to preceding elections — but they also consider the motives of sitting politicians, according to findings from Cornell research.

Interim President Michael I. Kotlikoff presented his inaugural President’s Address to the Staff on January 9 in well-known surroundings – Yarnell Lecture Hall within the College of Veterinary Medicine, where he had acted as a professor, department chair, and dean.

Barry Banfield Adams, emeritus professor of English literature in the College of Arts and Sciences, passed away on December 31 at his residence in Brooktondale, New York. He was 89 years old.

Yarrow gained initial motivation from his experiences at Cornell prior to joining the folk trio, which would evolve into one of the most renowned and iconic folk groups of the 1960s.

Elizabeth Sanders, Ph.D. ’78, professor emeritus of government in the College of Arts and Sciences, passed away on Dec. 2 in Cullman, Alabama. She was 81 years old.

Recent studies clarify a raindrop’s effect on a leaf – comparable in weight to a bowling ball striking an individual – along with the physical mechanics that enable the leaf to endure.

The December Recognition Event, conducted on Dec. 22 in Barton Hall, honored 500 graduates from August and December.

Héctor D. Abruña, the Émile M. Chamot Chair of Chemistry in the College of Arts and Sciences, is set to be honored with the Enrico Fermi Award, a distinguished and historic accolade in the realms of science and technology conferred by the U.S. government.

Scholars from five institutions have been granted funding to aid projects focused on renewable energy systems.

From developing intricate algorithms to transforming the recruitment landscape, generative artificial intelligence is redefining sectors more swiftly than ever — stretching the limits of ingenuity, efficiency, and teamwork across numerous fields. Introducing the MIT Generative AI Impact Consortium, a partnership between prominent industry figures and MIT’s brightest minds. As MIT President Sally Kornbluth emphasized last year,…

David L. Darmofal SM ’91, PhD ’93 is set to assume the role of MIT’s next vice chancellor for undergraduate and graduate education, starting February 17. Chancellor Melissa Nobles informed the MIT community today regarding Darmofal’s appointment in a letter. Darmofal takes over from Ian A. Waitz, who resigned in May to become MIT’s vice…

The neural network artificial intelligence models implemented in areas such as medical image analysis and voice recognition execute tasks on extraordinarily intricate data frameworks that necessitate a substantial amount of processing power. This is one of the factors contributing to the high energy consumption of deep-learning models. To enhance the efficiency of AI models, researchers…

Every cell within your body possesses the identical genetic sequence; however, each cell only activates a portion of those genes. These specific gene expression patterns per cell, which guarantee that a neuron differs from a dermal cell, are partly influenced by the three-dimensional arrangement of the genetic material, which regulates the availability of each gene.…

Drone performances are becoming a more prevalent method of showcasing large-scale luminosity displays. These events feature hundreds to thousands of flying devices, each designed to traverse specific trajectories that collectively create elaborate shapes and patterns in the air. When executed flawlessly, drone performances can be breathtaking. However, when one or more drones fail, as recently…

During his time in medical school, Matthew Dolan ’81 briefly entertained the idea of focusing on orthopedic surgery due to the materials science aspects of the field — yet he quickly recognized that he lacked the natural abilities necessary for that specialty. “To be candid — I can’t parallel park,” he jokes. “You can contemplate…

When discussing water consumption, the majority of us primarily think about the water we consume. However, industrial applications, such as manufacturing, account for billions of gallons of water daily. For example, producing a single iPhone, according to one estimate, necessitates over 3,000 gallons. Gradiant is dedicated to minimizing the global industrial water footprint. Established by…

Intensely dynamic explosions in the atmosphere are frequently linked to gamma-ray bursts. We now comprehend that these bursts emerge from either the amalgamation of two neutron stars or the implosion of a gigantic star. In these instances, a newly formed black hole is created, emitting a jet that travels at almost the speed of light.…

The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) recently revealed that MIT Associate Professor Evelina Fedorenko has been awarded the 2025 Troland Research Award for her pioneering contributions to comprehending the language network in the human brain. The Troland Research Award is bestowed each year to honor exceptional accomplishments by early-career researchers across the extensive field of…

If you’ve seen animations like Tom and Jerry, you’ll notice a recurring motif: A sly target evades a powerful foe. This scenario of “cat-and-mouse” — whether in a literal sense or not — consists of chasing something that narrowly slips away with each attempt. In much the same manner, escaping tenacious hackers presents an ongoing…

Campus & Community A household at School when home is distant First-year Emmanuel Muriuki (left) and Sheila Thimba, dean of administration and finance. Veasey Conway/Harvard Staff Photographer Nikki Rojas Harvard Staff Writer February 3, 2025 7 min read The initiative has linked participants and newcomer international students for over 40 years Every Thanksgiving, a small…

Undated image of Joseph Lindon Smith painting near the Sphinx at Giza. Courtesy of the Dublin Historical Society Arts & Culture An archaeological testament that functions as art Eileen O’Grady Harvard Staff Writer February 3, 2025 3 min read Artist unveiled ancient Egyptian tomb’s mysteries through vibrant brushstrokes When artist Joseph Lindon Smith reached Giza…

Campus & Community Attending College with a ball in one hand and a bow in the other Bradford Dickson. Harvard Athletics Nicholas Economides Harvard Correspondent February 3, 2025 4 min read Bradford Dickson is a member of the Crimson water polo squad and also performs as a cellist at Harvard-Berklee Typically, Bradford Dickson wears a…

Campus & Community What a Hamm Seniors Ava Pallotta (left) and Jessica Zisk kiss performer Jon Hamm during his roast Friday at Farkas Hall as Hasty Pudding’s 2025 Man of the Year. Niles Singer/Harvard Staff Photographer Anna Lamb Harvard Staff Writer February 2, 2025 3 min read Cinematic and television star enjoys some amusement as…

Arts & Culture Why are numerous novels situated at Harvard? Photos by Stephanie Mitchell/Harvard Staff Photographer Eileen O’Grady Harvard Staff Writer January 31, 2025 7 min read Beth Blum observes that the campus is a stunning, romantic locale perfect for exploring the clash between ideals and reality In Gabrielle Zevin’s 2022 novel “Tomorrow, and Tomorrow,…

Health Different day, different diagnosis? Research indicates a surge in ADHD diagnoses on Halloween, underscoring the implications of cognitive bias in healthcare. Clea Simon Harvard Correspondent January 31, 2025 6 min read Anupam B. Jena (left) and Christopher Worsham. Niles Singer/Harvard Staff Photographer In healthcare, obtaining an accurate diagnosis is the initial step. Nevertheless, numerous…

Robin Abrahams. Stephanie Mitchell/Harvard Staff Photographer Campus & Community From sending thank-you notes to touching a colleague’s meal, she’s adjudicated on it all Harvard Business School’s Robin Abrahams — known as Miss Conduct — contemplates 20 years of etiquette shifts as she concludes her Globe advice column Anna Lamb Harvard Staff Writer January 30, 2025…

Nation & World Who is more lenient on crime? Democrats or Republicans? Justin de Benedictis-Kessner. Veasey Conway/Harvard Staff Photographer Christina Pazzanese Harvard Staff Writer January 30, 2025 7 min read Turns out neither side. New findings indicate that mayors from both parties are inconsistent in enacting effective policies. A plethora of Republican candidates and officials…

Nicholas Carr. Country & Global Who might rescue us from social media? At this moment, possibly just ourselves. Nicholas Carr contends it might be too late for oversight as platforms established dominance so swiftly, outpacing our capacity to identify detrimental impacts on society and democracy. January 29, 2025 long read Extracted from “Superbloom: How Technologies…

Malicious individuals have been seen focusing on Internet Information Services (IIS) servers in Asia as a component of a search engine optimization (SEO) tampering initiative aimed at installing BadIIS malware. “It is probable that the initiative is driven by financial gain, as rerouting users to illicit gambling sites indicates that the perpetrators utilize BadIIS for…

Zimbra has unveiled software upgrades to rectify significant security vulnerabilities in its Collaboration software that, if effectively exploited, might lead to data exposure under particular circumstances. This weakness, labeled as CVE-2025-25064, holds a CVSS rating of 9.8 out of a peak of 10.0. It has been characterized as an SQL injection defect within the ZimbraSync…

Threat perpetrators have been detected leveraging numerous vulnerabilities in diverse software applications, such as Progress Telerik UI for ASP.NET AJAX and Advantive VeraCore, to deploy reverse shells and web shells, thereby ensuring continuous remote access to the breached systems. The zero-day exploitation of vulnerabilities in VeraCore has been ascribed to a threat entity recognized as…

Cybersecurity analysts have discovered a couple of harmful machine learning (ML) models on Hugging Face that employed an unconventional method of “corrupted” pickle files to avoid detection. “The pickle files obtained from the specified PyTorch repositories disclosed the malicious Python content right at the start of the file,” ReversingLabs investigator Karlo Zanki stated in a…

A recent examination of DeepSeek’s mobile application for the Apple iOS platform has revealed significant security vulnerabilities, primarily highlighting that it transmits confidential information over the internet without any encryption, making it susceptible to interception and alteration attacks. This evaluation is conducted by NowSecure, which also discovered that the application does not comply with optimal…

The United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has alerted that a security vulnerability affecting Trimble Cityworks GIS-focused asset management software is currently being actively exploited in real-world scenarios. The flaw referenced is CVE-2025-0994 (CVSS v4 scoring: 8.6), an issue related to deserialization of unreliable data that may allow an unauthorized individual to perform…

The principles for social engineering assaults – influencing individuals – may not have varied significantly over the years. It’s the methods – the way these strategies are executed – that are progressing. And similar to many sectors in today’s world, AI is hastening its advancement. This article investigates how these transformations are affecting enterprises, and…

Microsoft is cautioning against a hazardous practice in which software creators are utilizing publicly revealed ASP.NET machine keys from open resources, consequently exposing their applications to potential attackers. The technology conglomerate’s threat intelligence division reported that it detected minimal activity in December 2024 that involved an unidentified threat actor employing a publicly accessible, static ASP.NET

India’s primary monetary authority, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), announced that it will launch a distinct “bank.in” web domain for financial institutions in the nation to tackle online financial deception. “This effort seeks to mitigate cyber security risks and harmful actions such as phishing; along with facilitating secure financial services, thus bolstering confidence in…

Malicious entities have been noted taking advantage of recently unveiled security weaknesses in SimpleHelp’s Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) application as a precursor to what seems to be a ransomware offensive. The breach utilized the vulnerabilities, which have since been corrected, to obtain initial entry and sustain ongoing remote access to an unidentified target network,…

Utilizing information from two of New York’s most prominent grape-growing areas, investigators discovered that damages could amount to $1.5 million, $4 million, and $8.8 million in the initial, subsequent, and third years of infestation, correspondingly.