Cornell Chronicle is reporting on several research breakthroughs and institutional news. It said Cornell researchers are making crucial discoveries about the brain as psychedelic drugs gain more support for potentially treating severe depression. The Chronicle also reported that Edwin Baum ’81 and Holly Wallace have made the largest one-time gift in the history of the ILR School, which will endow the High Road New York City engaged-learning initiative.
The Cornell Chronicle is also reporting that a researcher developed a mobile perch for birds by observing her pet parakeet's responses to various prototypes. Additionally, two Cornell-led research teams received DOE Genesis Mission awards to advance AI-driven science, addressing national problems in energy, critical materials, and quantum science. A new study from Cornell shows how drivers of water shortage, including melting snowpack and growing population demands, may impact six basins and Lake Powell in Colorado's West Slope.
Separately, CBS News is reporting that James Grimmelmann, from Cornell Law and Cornell Tech, commented on a lawsuit claiming AI medical advice nearly killed a man. Grimmelmann said a chatbot’s own statements and actions can belie any disclaimer it may offer. US News & World Report is reporting that Dr. Marisa Garshick of Weill Cornell explained that GLP-1 weight loss medications can cause hair loss because the body diverts energy and nutrients from hair follicles to vital organs during weight loss.