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AI Headlines from Around the University

Greg Morrisett to co-lead new NYS AI safety research center

The center is a new statewide initiative launched by Gov. Kathy Hochul to advance artificial intelligence science and safety.

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Project to rebuild trust in AI era lands Laude’s $10M ‘moonshot’ award

A $10 million “moonshot” grant from Laude Institute will help Cornell researchers realize the potential of artificial intelligence, while giving online communities control over AI’s role.

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New initiative will explore AI’s role in society, humanities

With AI transforming how societies function, a new program in the College of Arts and Sciences aims to meet the urgent need to understand AI’s implications for culture, governance, ethics, communication, creativity, labor and social organization.

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New CoPAIR program connects Cornell researchers with AI tools, training and community

The new Communities of Practice for AI-enabled Research (CoPAIR) program gives researchers access to emerging AI tools, hands-on training and collaborative communities where they can share best practices, develop disciplinary norms for appropriate AI use and non-use, and evaluate new tools for research. 

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‘A seat at the table’: Cornell expands access to multiple AI tools for faculty, staff, students

Most faculty, staff and students will have free access to a range of AI platforms – an effort to level the playing field, spur exploration and reduce the costs and vulnerabilities of individual consumer licenses.

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New program turns minor cheating violations into a learning opportunity

August 12, 2026

An initiative to handle minor academic integrity violations in classes is rolling out to the entire university in the fall semester after a successful two-and-a-half-year pilot. 

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Laying the groundwork for AI at CALS

August 11, 2026

Putting people first builds thoughtful AI adoption in CALS. 

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Today’s clicks can reveal tomorrow’s breakthroughs

August 11, 2026

The trail of likes, shares and downloads we leave across the internet could help predict successful innovations years in advance.

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Laying the groundwork for AI at CALS

August 11, 2026

Putting people first builds thoughtful AI adoption in CALS. 

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Today’s clicks can reveal tomorrow’s breakthroughs

August 11, 2026

The trail of likes, shares and downloads we leave across the internet could help predict successful innovations years in advance.

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AI plus chemistry can expand battery electrolyte design

August 7, 2026

Artificial intelligence is aiding the search for better battery materials while using a creative approach to chemistry to expand the design space for electrolytes, unlocking new possibilities for safer, higher-performing energy storage.

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AI plus chemistry can expand battery electrolyte design

August 7, 2026

Artificial intelligence is aiding the search for better battery materials while using a creative approach to chemistry to expand the design space for electrolytes, unlocking new possibilities for safer, higher-performing energy storage.

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Tree-focused tech aims to bring more shade to vulnerable New Yorkers

August 5, 2026

Announced Aug. 5 at Cornell Tech, a research partnership will help neighborhoods in Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx identify where new trees are needed most to improve public health.

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Tree-focused tech aims to bring more shade to vulnerable New Yorkers

August 5, 2026

Announced Aug. 5 at Cornell Tech, a research partnership will help neighborhoods in Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx identify where new trees are needed most to improve public health.