Research
Research with Impact
Collaborating across disciplines, Cornell faculty and students push the boundaries of knowledge and translate findings into real-world outcomes.
Research for our Planet
Cornell research teams are pursuing partnerships to tackle complex global challenges that affect us all – from protecting the world’s water systems using snail-inspired robots to scoop up microplastics – to minimizing waste and optimizing poultry health using upcycled brewers’ grain.
Purpose-Driven Science
Cornell researchers seek to create knowledge, deepen our understanding of the world, and apply findings for lasting impact — from local to global scales.
A History of Progress
From inventing chicken nuggets to exploring the solar system and unlocking DNA sequencing, Cornell research has propelled society forward since our founding in 1865.
A Culture of Collaboration
From Ithaca to New York City and across the state, Cornell scholars combine their disciplinary expertise through more than 200 centers, institutes, programs, and laboratories.
An Engine for Innovation
Working across a network of public and private partners and entrepreneurs, Cornell accelerates translation of ideas and research into products, technologies, and companies with real-world impact and drives regional and state economic growth.
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