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“Refuge from the Tempest: Creating (My) Space with The Torkelsons,” is scheduled for February 11.

Learners have the opportunity to participate in one of four hackathons this semester — two located on campus and two in New York City.

The research discovered measurable amounts of pollutants, including several that could elevate cancer risk, in each avian specimen collected across four states and nine ecological zones.

The milk sector may forfeit billions of dollars if President Trump enforces tariffs on goods from China, Canada, and Mexico, and starts expelling undocumented migrants, according to a dairy economist who spoke at a gathering at Cornell last week.

Scientists have identified a crucial enzyme that enables Legionella to survive in both the surroundings and within the organism – which could serve as a potential target for therapies aimed at Legionnaires’ disease.

A research group at Cornell has created a collection of AI models that collectively address approximately 56% of the issues in a recognized problem set established in 2019.

The directive was the outcome of a thorough review lasting several months by the Biden administration concerning cyber intrusions by both criminals and foreign states over the last four years.

This year’s Cornell Concerto Competition celebrated three victorious students.

The Tompkins County initiative offers participants – a significant number of whom have encountered challenges to securing employment – a grounding in ecological understanding and practical skills that assists them in joining the job market.

Andrew Babbin endeavors to travel lightly for work assignments. In addition to his travel necessities, he also packs a roll of electrical tape, duct tape, lab tape, a set of cable ties, and several bungee cords. “It’s my MacGyver kit: You never know when you’ll need to create a quick fix in the field or…

Human endeavors continue to inject billions of tons of carbon dioxide into the environment annually, elevating global temperatures and provoking extreme climatic phenomena. While nations struggle with the repercussions of climate and seek substantial carbon emission reductions, numerous initiatives have been launched to enhance carbon dioxide removal (CDR) technologies that effectively extract carbon dioxide from…

David McGee, the William R. Kenan Jr. Professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences at MIT, has been recently appointed as the head of the MIT Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences (EAPS), effective January 15. He takes over the position from Professor Robert van der Hilst, the Schlumberger Professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences,…

Superconducting substances resemble the carpool lane on a busy highway. Just like passengers who share rides, paired electrons can evade the typical congestion, gliding through the material without any friction. However, akin to carpools, the flow of electron pairs is influenced by various factors, such as the concentration of pairs traversing the material. This “superfluid…

In India, numerous children employed in retail markets exhibit strong numeracy skills: They can swiftly carry out various calculations to finalize transactions. However, as a recent study indicates, these children frequently perform significantly worse on equivalent types of problems encountered in the educational environment. This occurs even though many of these students are currently attending…

According to the narrative, the Scottish creator James Watt conceived how steam engines ought to operate one day in 1765 while strolling through Glasgow Green, a park in his native city. Watt discovered that incorporating a distinct condenser in an engine would enable its primary cylinder to stay warm, rendering the engine both more efficient…

Throughout a career filled with groundbreaking product innovations, Doug Field’s contributions have influenced the experience of anyone who has ever utilized a MacBook Air, operated a Segway, or driven a Tesla Model 3. However, his latest endeavor stands as his most ambitious undertaking: transforming the Ford vehicle, one of the most emblematic inventions of the…

When individuals contemplate fiber optic cables, it’s typically in reference to their application in telecommunications and internet connectivity. However, fiber optic cables — strands of glass or plastic that facilitate the transmission of light — can serve an alternative function: imaging the Earth beneath us. Hilary Chang, a PhD student in the MIT Department of…

MIT senior Mishael Quraishi has been chosen as a 2025-26 Churchill Scholar and will pursue an MPhil in archaeological study at Cambridge University in the U.K. this autumn. Quraishi, majoring in material sciences and archaeology with a minor in ancient and medieval studies, envisions a future profession as a materials scientist, employing archaeological techniques to…

Eleven faculty members from MIT, comprising nine from the School of Engineering and two from the School of Science, received the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE). Moreover, fifteen additional alumni from MIT were also recognized. Instituted in 1996 by President Bill Clinton, the PECASE honors scientists and engineers “who demonstrate remarkable…

A partnership between Stanford scientists and Indonesian entities seeks to leverage marine food resources to enhance nutrition, food safety, and economic well-being.

On the identical fishing boat that Steinbeck utilized for his 1940 Sea of Cortez journey, college students explored both science and literature, fostering a greater understanding of the ocean.

During February, in honor of Black Liberation Month, various campus centers and departments will organize activities such as a pop-up store, a volunteer day at the farm, and additional events.

In order to enhance health plan effectiveness, Stanford scholars indicate that employer choices must extend beyond mere monetary advantages and disadvantages.

Through the aggregation of package management, Stanford’s innovative Mail and Package Services (MPS) initiative diminishes delivery congestion while enhancing the university’s sustainability objectives.

Based on recent studies, emissions of greenhouse gases, energy use, and water consumption are all significantly diminished when – rather than extracting new metals – batteries are repurposed.

This cohort is the inaugural group to be accepted following the previous year’s U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding university admissions. Stanford will persist in and enhance its engagement efforts to promote diversity in a broadly interpreted manner.

Aspiration is an indicator of achievement. However, a recent research suggests that the reasons fueling it may also result in deception and dishonesty.

The sportspeople have collaborated with education expert Jo Boaler to assist learners in linking their passion for the sport with statistics.

A pioneer in the domain of solar physics for over half a century, Sturrock’s contributions encompassed electron optics, particle accelerators, astrophysics, and even the philosophy of science.

Magda Bader. Photos by Veasey Conway/Harvard Staff Photographer Nation & World ‘It is regrettable to witness that 80 years later, this topic remains significant’ Christina Pazzanese Harvard Staff Writer February 7, 2025 4 min read At just 14, Magda Bader was sent to Auschwitz by the Nazis. Yet, her memories of losing her parents, a…

Photo composition by Liz Zonarich/Harvard Staff Campus & Community Roots of Indo-European? Diagnostic bias? Sy Boles Harvard Staff Writer February 6, 2025 1 min read Have you been keeping up? Evaluate your understanding of this week’s Gazette with our news quiz. Shortage of primary care. New perspectives on history. An exceptional contribution. What stands out…

Science & Tech Even Bill Gates believes AI is somewhat intimidating Tech innovator visits campus with his latest memoir to discuss the elegance of mathematics, leaving university, founding Microsoft, and the significance of curiosity Christy DeSmith Harvard Staff Writer February 6, 2025 5 min read Photos by Veasey Conway/Harvard Staff Photographer Bill Gates recalls being…

The procession celebrating Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year Cynthia Erivo made its way through Harvard Square on Wednesday. Veasey Conway/Harvard Staff Photographer Campus & Community A ‘Wicked’ delightful experience Nikki Rojas Harvard Staff Writer February 6, 2025 3 min read Actor and musician Cynthia Erivo acknowledged as Hasty’s 2025 Woman of the Year Cynthia…

Science & Tech What triggers genetic adaptation? Inquire with a finch. Bohao Fang with a house finch during a study trip in Kirtland, New Mexico. Photo by Kelsie Lopez Clea Simon Harvard Correspondent February 6, 2025 4 min read Pioneering pangenomic research indicates significant DNA alteration may have enabled the small bird to resist certain…

“`html Country & Globe Peril Ahead Ahead of his lecture at Harvard on Thursday, former national security official Ben Rhodes talked with the Gazette regarding global trade, hotspots like Syria and Gaza, along with the status of U.S. relations with China, Russia, and other countries. AP images by Deccio Serrano (from left), Maxim Shipenkov, Omar…

Science & Tech Significant research uncovers origins of Indo-European languages spoken by 40% of the global population Nick Patterson (from left), Iosif Lazaridis, and David Reich. Veasey Conway/Harvard Staff Photographer Christy DeSmith Harvard Staff Writer February 5, 2025 6 min read Investigators identify Caucasus Lower Volga people, who spoke ancestral language, in modern-day Russia around…

Martin West. Niles Singer/Harvard Staff Photographer Nation & World It turns out the pandemic wasn’t the sole reason for student challenges Education policy specialist points to chronic absenteeism, relaxed testing accountability, and additional factors for poor performance in ‘Nation’s Report Card’ Clea Simon Harvard Correspondent February 4, 2025 5 min read Those who believed that…

Edvard Munch, “Madonna,” (1895–1902). Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, The Philip and Lynn Straus Collection, 2023.566. Photo: © President and Fellows of Harvard College; courtesy of the Harvard Art Museums Arts & Culture Edvard Munch’s prints and paintings entrusted to Harvard Art Museums Exhibits scheduled for March will showcase the artist’s innovative printmaking and painting methods…

Nation & World ‘We cannot allow our past to shape our children’s future’ Former President of Harvard, Larry Bacow, attended a solemn event on Jan. 27, commemorating the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz’s liberation alongside world leaders, delegates, and survivors. Liz Mineo Harvard Staff Writer February 4, 2025 8 min read Larry Bacow, whose mother escaped…

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) has rapidly evolved into the norm for safeguarding corporate accounts. Initially a specialized security strategy, its usage is increasing across various sectors. However, although it is unquestionably proficient at preventing unauthorized access, the deployment of MFA solutions can be a complex web of conflicting designs and concepts. For organizations and their workforce,…

Progress Software has resolved several critical security vulnerabilities in its LoadMaster application that could be leveraged by nefarious individuals to run arbitrary system commands or retrieve any file from the system. Kemp LoadMaster is a robust application delivery controller (ADC) and load balancer that ensures availability, scalability, performance, and protection for mission-critical

Gcore’s newest DDoS Radar report examines assault data from the third and fourth quarters of 2024, disclosing a 56% year-over-year increase in the overall count of DDoS attacks, with the highest assault reaching an unprecedented 2 Tbps. The financial services industry experienced the most significant surge, with a 117% escalation in attacks, while the gaming…

Apple on Monday issued urgent security patches to fix a vulnerability in iOS and iPadOS that it claims has been utilized in actual attacks. Designated with the CVE reference CVE-2025-24200 (CVSS rating: 4.6), the flaw has been characterized as an authentication problem that may allow a nefarious individual to turn off USB Restricted Mode on…

Imagine you’re contemplating a new vehicle for your household. Prior to finalizing a decision, you assess its safety ratings, fuel economy, and dependability. You may even take it for a test drive to confirm it aligns with your requirements. This identical strategy ought to be employed for software and hardware solutions before incorporating them into…

Malicious individuals have noted the rising prevalence of the ClickFix method for distributing a remote access trojan referred to as NetSupport RAT since the beginning of January 2025. NetSupport RAT, commonly disseminated through fraudulent websites and counterfeit browser upgrades, permits intruders complete dominance over the target’s machine, enabling them to observe the device’s display in…

Source: The Nation A synchronized law enforcement initiative has dismantled the dark web data breach and negotiation platforms linked to the 8Base ransomware group. Individuals accessing the data breach site are now welcomed with a confiscation banner that states: “This concealed site and its illegal content have been confiscated by the Bavarian State Criminal Police…

Malicious entities have been detected utilizing Google Tag Manager (GTM) to deploy credit card skimmer malware aimed at Magento-driven e-commerce platforms. The web security firm Sucuri reported that the script, although resembling a standard GTM and Google Analytics code intended for website metrics and promotional objectives, conceals an encrypted backdoor that can grant perpetrators enduring…

In the realm of cybersecurity, even the slightest vulnerability can result in significant breaches. A compromised encryption key, a software flaw that hasn’t been patched, or a neglected cloud storage bucket—each appears trivial until it transforms into an access point for an assault. This week, we have witnessed hackers exploit disregarded vulnerabilities into substantial security…

Considering Okta’s position as a vital component of identity framework, enhancing Okta security is crucial. This article discusses six fundamental Okta security configurations that offer a robust foundation, along with suggestions for establishing ongoing surveillance of your Okta security status. With more than 18,000 clients, Okta functions as the foundation of identity management and protection…

5.1 Safeguarding Information Resources Greetings and welcome to the fifth area of the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Course provided by Simplilearn. This section will focus on Safeguarding Information Resources. Let’s explore the goals of this area in the following screen. Goals By the conclusion of this section, you should be capable of comprehending…Read More.

LEGAL, LEGISLATION, INQUIRIES AND ADHERENCE Introduction Greetings and Welcome to Lesson 9 of the CISSP Certification Program by SimpliLearn! This session focuses on Legal, Legislation, Inquiries and Adherence. Legal, Legislation, Inquiries and Adherence is one of the ten sectors of the Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) for the CISSP certification…Learn More.

1 Process Characteristics and Process Proficiency Levels This session addresses the evaluation framework, Process Characteristics and process proficiency levels of COBIT® 5 (pronounced KOBIT five) process proficiency assessment model. Let us initiate with the goals of this session on the following screen. 2 Goals At the conclusion of this session, you will possess the ability…

1.1 Lesson 01 – Overview Greetings and welcome to the Project Management Professional or PMP® Accreditation Course presented by Simplilearn! In this segment, you will receive an overview of the PMP® accreditation course. Please be aware that all our practice assessments are in accordance with the updated examination structure introduced by PMI version 5 of…

QUANTITATIVE TECHNIQUES Probability Principles, Volume 1 – Study Session 2 – Reading 8, Quantitative Techniques SUMMARY Greetings candidate. Welcome to the ninth module of the Simplilearn CFA Level 1 course. In the preceding module, we explored the principles of statistics and the implementation of statistical techniques to encapsulate return distributions through…Read More.

5.1 Learning Unit 5 This educational unit addresses the role of the release and deployment management (RDM) procedure in supporting RCV methodologies. It offers a thorough insight into the aims, goals, extent, and significance of release and deployment management as a means to create business value. Policies, principles, and co…Read More.

2.1 Ongoing Service Enhancement Principles Greetings to Learning Unit 2 of ongoing service enhancement: Ongoing Service Enhancement Principles. This section focuses on information regarding the Principles of ongoing service enhancement, exploring the frameworks utilized throughout the lifecycle. Let’s proceed to discover more about Ongoing Service Enhancem…Discover More.

Establishment of Forward and Future Prices Financial Risk Manager (FRM®) Part I of the FRM Examination encompasses the essential instruments and methodologies employed in risk management alongside the principles that support their application. Forward and Futures Prices Greetings to the segment focused on the valuation of futures and forwards. As we initiated the module on…

4.1 Analytics Greetings and welcome to the fourth session of the SMAC program provided by Simplilearn. This session centers around the ‘A’ in SMAC, which signifies Analytics, commonly referred to as Big Data Analytics. In the following screen, we will examine the goals of this session. 4.2 Objectives Upon finishing this session, you will have…

12.1 Hadoop Management, Issue Resolution, and Protection Greetings and welcome to the Big Data and Hadoop Developer training provided by Simplilearn. This segment will concentrate on Hadoop management, issue resolution, and protection. 12.2 Aims Upon finishing this segment, you will possess the ability to: •Enumerate the commands utilized in Hadoop coding •Clarify…Read More.

The University Woman’s Club’s upcoming general assembly will take place on March 11 in the Fellowship Hall of Alps Road Presbyterian Church, located at 380 Alps Road, commencing with a social at 11 a.m. The featured speaker for the session, which is set to start at 11:30 a.m., is Kim Credle, a community health educator…

The Franklin College Writing Intensive Program welcomes submissions from arts and sciences divisions and educators across various fields for creative undergraduate courses that promote writing. Once more this year, divisions wishing to provide at least four WIP courses are encouraged to put forward a departmental proposal. The announcement for proposals and the submission form can be found online. Click here to initiate an online course or departmental proposal. The Franklin…

The UGA Army ROTC will organize its annual memorial 5K on March 15. Every year, the UGA Army ROTC conducts a 5K to commemorate the valor of Lt. Ashley Henderson-Huff, Lt. Noah Harris, and Corp. Joshua Reeves, honoring their sacrifice for this nation. This year, a portion of the proceeds will be contributed to the…

The article UGA food safety specialist clarifies expiration dates was initially published on UGA Today.

The School of Theatre at Florida State University showcases the theatrical version of the 1974 comedic film, “Young Frankenstein.” The narrative of Mel Brooks’ Musical “Young Frankenstein” centers around Dr. Frederick Frankenstein as he inherits his ancestor’s property and attempts to revive the deceased, resulting in uproarious disasters. Performances are scheduled from Friday, February 21,…

The Institute for Governance and Civics (IGC) at Florida State University will organize a North Korean escapee and the president and CEO of the National Constitution Center for two presentations in February.   These discussions form part of a vibrant array of guest speakers that the recently established IGC will feature this spring. Founded in 2023…

An illustrative graphic of the TAMU-SPIRIT connected to an EXPRESS Logistics Carrier on the exterior of the International Space Station. Individual scientific carriers are depicted in maroon. Provided by Aegis Aerospace   As humanity persists in gazing towards the stars for fresh research and breakthroughs, the capability to conduct science and test technologies in space…

Lauren Berger poses beside a glacier in Iceland during the 2021 SAND-E Mission (Semi-Autonomous Navigation for Detrital Environments), which investigated Mars-like landscapes to analyze how sediments vary upriver and downriver and to assess rover scientific operations and navigation in these conditions. Courtesy photo   Sand formations on Mars may provide crucial insights into the planet’s…

“`html The Rio Grande at the U.S.-Mexico border. John Moore/Getty Images   Immigration and border enforcement will likely be central themes in U.S.-Mexico interactions under the new Trump administration. However, there is also an escalating water emergency along the U.S.–Mexico frontier impacting tens of millions on both sides, manageable only if the two authorities collaborate.…

Super Bowl enthusiasts are anticipated to consume 1.47 billion chicken wings during the significant game. That quantity of wings could wrap around the Earth more than three times. Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife Marketing and Communications   The cost of a Super Bowl essential – chicken wings – is projected to rise slightly as fans prepare…

Participants engage in teams of four utilizing their personal computers and gear. Honors are awarded for first, second, and third place, as well as for excellence in game design, programming, audio, and visuals. Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M University Division of Marketing & Communications   Chillennium, recognized as the largest student-led collegiate game jam globally, is set…

Sam Altman, the pioneering chief executive officer of OpenAI and a prominent personality in the realm of artificial intelligence, is poised to present the inaugural keynote at the 2025 Vanderbilt Summit on Contemporary Conflict and Emerging Hazards. His eagerly awaited speech is scheduled for the morning of April 10, 2025.

As Vanderbilt University persists in collaborating with the Palm Beach area to investigate the possibilities for a campus in West Palm Beach, the institution unveiled artistic representations of its proposed West Palm Beach Campus.

Vanderbilt’s Carrie K. Jones and Andrew Tobin from the University of Glasgow have been awarded a notable £5 million ($6.2 million) Wellcome Trust Discovery Award to investigate how inhibiting the M5 muscarinic receptor in the brain may diminish opioid dependency while maintaining pain relief. This pioneering global partnership, backed by the Warren Center for Neuroscience…

The Spring Staff Awards acknowledge the numerous contributions made by university personnel towards Vanderbilt’s fundamental objectives and mission. The recipients of each award will be revealed during the fourth annual Spring Staff Assembly on May 15.

From the reflective discipline of Tai Chi, to the discovery of the legendary films that influenced the boomer generation, to the imaginative craft of watercolor artistry, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Vanderbilt is presenting an exhilarating assortment of spring classes aimed at encouraging the 50-plus community to reawaken the pleasure of education.

In a feature on the Vanderbilt Instagram profile, learners have the opportunity to familiarize themselves with some of the committed personnel who contribute significantly to fostering a friendly and encouraging atmosphere for them. This edition highlights Vanderbilt Lacrosse’s head coach Beth Hewitt and associate head coach Jill Kendall. As of 2025, Hewitt will commence her…

During the upcoming two months, full-time instructors working at Vanderbilt University are encouraged to take part in the Faculty Job Satisfaction Survey conducted by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education. The information gathered from this survey assists Vanderbilt in comparing with colleagues, aligning institutional objectives, and enhancing our faculty’s support.

Three pivotal papers released in Magnetic Resonance in Medicine signify a significant milestone in the realm of preclinical imaging science. These studies, penned by a global team of 58 researchers, featuring Vanderbilt University’s Kurt Schilling, Bennett Landman, Adam Anderson, and Kevin Harkins, provide thorough recommendations for employing diffusion magnetic resonance imaging (dMRI) in preclinical investigations.

Vanderbilt University is one of 471 institutions acknowledged for exceptional unbiased initiatives aimed at enhancing voter registration, awareness, and participation among students during the 2024 elections. Honored by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge, this recognition emphasizes campuses that are establishing benchmarks for civic involvement in post-secondary education.

Vanderbilt University has revealed that it will present its inaugural public programming in New York City: “Vanderbilt in the City: Discussions on America,” kicking off on March 6. The trilogy of events, scheduled for Vanderbilt University–New York City, located at 440 W. 21st St., in the Chelsea area of Manhattan, will welcome the university’s premises…

Frederick M. Ahl, emeritus professor of classical studies in the College of Arts and Sciences, passed away on January 27 in Rochester, New York. He was 83 years old.

Anne Thompson, the principal environmental affairs reporter for NBC News, has been appointed as the Zubrow Distinguished Visiting Journalist for the spring term of 2025 in the College of Arts and Sciences.

Anne Meinig Smalling ’87, a third-generation member of the Cornell community with strong connections to the institution, was appointed the 18th chair of the Cornell Board of Trustees in a special assembly on Feb. 4. She is set to commence a three-year tenure as chair on July 1, taking over from Kraig H. Kayser, MBA…

The Chiefs’ Hunter Nourzad ’22 and the Eagles’ Jalyx Hunt ’23 are prepared to battle in the major match in New Orleans.