ITHACA, New York, July 22 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Hector Aguilar-Carreno, professor in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology in the College of Veterinary Medicine, and Marjolein van der Meulen, Swanson Professor of Biomedical Engineering in the Meinig School of Biomedical Engineering and the Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering in the College of Engineering, have been named associate vice provosts in the Office of the Vice President for Research more PR

ITHACA, New York, July 22 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Entrepreneur Saira Patel has always been reluctant to jump into a pool or an ocean because of the hassle it creates with her hair."I don't want to deal with all of the pain and suffering that follows," said Patel. "When diverse hair types get wet, it's not as easy to restyle or maintain the hair. It gets very tangled, it breaks, it dries out and it's just very delicate and requires very labor-intensive styling." Patel,  more PR

HAMILTON, New York, July 22 -- Colgate University issued the following news: Sophie Karbstein '26 and Professor of Russian and Eurasian Studies Jessica Graybill are sharing a unique faculty-led research experience this summer: they're surveying the cultural and environmental dimensions of Russian caviar. Known for producing the most expensive caviar on the market, Russia's fish egg industry is at the center of the eight-week research experience, derived from Graybill's scholarly interests. "I more PR

ITHACA, New York, July 22 -- Cornell University issued the following news: What are the latest breakthroughs in generative AI? What's just noise? In a new episode of the Cornell Keynotes podcast from eCornell, Karan Girotra, the Charles H. Dyson Family Professor of Management and professor of operations, technology and innovation at the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business and Cornell Tech, explores what's new in the world of AI, including updates on Apple Intelligence, Anthropic and advance more PR

ITHACA, New York, July 22 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Critical decisions are made every second in health care, each undertaken with layers of both medical and legal considerations. A health care compliance plan gives providers guidance and processes to meet regulations and ethical standards.Kristen Underhill, a professor of law and associate dean for faculty research at Cornell Law School, began her journey in public health research in 2004 and transitioned into law by 2011 more PR

BUFFALO, New York, July 23 -- D'Youville College issued the following news on July 22, 2024: D'Youville University announced today that it has received approval from the New York State Department of Education (NYSED) to offer a Clinical Psychology Doctoral (PsyD) program, with classes beginning in Fall 2024. "Mental health is a critical component of overall well-being," said D'Youville President Lorrie Clemo, PhD. "Our PsyD program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to more PR

NIAGARA FALLS, New York, July 23 (TNSres) -- Niagara University issued the following news: Dr. Dana L. Radatz, associate professor of criminology and criminal justice at Niagara University, was awarded a Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council Connection Grant for the project "Understanding, defining, and assessing coercive control to prevent IPV: Outreach to identify knowledge gaps and research needs." With her colleagues, Dr. N. Zoe Hilton, professor at the University of Toronto and  more PR

BRONX, New York, July 23 -- Yeshiva University Albert Einstein College of Medicine issued the following news release: On July 17, Albert Einstein College of Medicine hosted New York State Department of Health Commissioner James McDonald, M.D., as he announced $4.89 million in funding for New York's Diversity in Medicine program. The funding supports 18 pathway programs across the state that aim to increase physician workforce diversity and eliminate health disparities. Three Einstein and Einst more PR

SYRACUSE, New York, July 22 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: The 2024 Paris Olympics is almost underway. The glory for the world-class athletes and the excitement for the spectators make for a riveting Games--crucial for the success of these Olympics and, more importantly, for the longevity of the Games. That sustained legacy is considered high priority for host countries and the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Jeeyoon (Jamie) Kim Jeeyoon (Jamie) Kim, associate profes more PR

SYRACUSE, New York, July 22 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: In his work with the U.S. Track and Field team, sport analytics major Dan Griffiths attended the New York City Grand Prix Meet-the final meet for track and field athletes before the U.S. Olympic Trials. The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics and Paralympics are here and representatives from the Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics at Syracuse University will have an impact on this year's Games-and, quite possibly, future more PR

ALBANY, New York, July 23 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on July 22, 2024: * * * Partnership by Camber Property Group and Osborne Association to Deliver Housing, Community Services, and Reentry Support for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals Supports Governor Hochul's Commitment to Addressing the Housing Crisis - Including Historic FY 2025 Budget Agreement to Increase New York's Housing Supply Builds on Recommendations of the Prison Redevelopment Commission more PR

ALBANY, New York, July 23 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Funding to Develop Services for Hispanic/Latinx, Black/African American, Asian American/Pacific Islander, American Indian/Alaskan Native, and LGBTQ+ Youth Prevention Effort Focused on Unique Cultural Factors Putting Historically Underserved, Racial and Ethnic Groups at Heightened Risk * * * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced five conditional awards totaling $15 million over five years to  more PR

ALBANY, New York, July 23 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on July 22, 2024: * * * Bridges Carry Woolley Avenue and Bradley Avenue Over the Staten Island Expressway in Richmond County * * * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of a $28.5 million project to rehabilitate two bridges along the Staten Island Expressway (Interstate 278). The bridges, each more than 60 years old, carry Woolley Avenue and Bradley Avenue over the Staten Island Expre more PR

ALBANY, New York, July 23 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on July 22, 2024: * * * New Bathhouse, Playground, and Lifeguard Station Now Open at Stony Brook State Park Start of Construction on $6.4 Million in Improvements, Scheduled for Completion in 2025 Upgrades Build on Governor Hochul's Get Offline, Get Outside Summer Campaign and NY SWIMS Initiative * * * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced completion of $4.5 million in improvements for public swimm more PR

ALBANY, New York, July 23 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on July 22, 2024: * * * New Bridge Deck and Pier Repairs Will Enhance Public Safety and Improve Resiliency Project Will Ease Travel Along Important Link Between Sullivan County and Pennsylvania * * * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that work is underway on a $17.8 million project to rehabilitate the Callicoon Bridge - also known as Interstate Bridge #7 - which spans the Delaware River and lin more PR

ALBANY, New York, July 23 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on July 22, 2024: * * * Agreement Designates Monies From the Battery Park City Authority's Joint Purpose Fund To Be Spent for Affordable Housing Builds on Commitment to Address New York's Housing Crisis by Increasing Housing Stock With Safer, More Affordable, Quality Homes, Reducing Housing Cost Statewide * * * Governor Kathy Hochul, Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Comptroller Brad Lander today  more PR

FREDONIA, New York, July 23 -- The State University of New York Fredonia campus issued the following news: Fifteen students from SUNY Fredonia spent 16 days in Italy studying Renaissance art history with Visual Arts and New Media Associate Professor Peter Tucker and Department of History Professor David Kinkela. The students participated in a short-term summer Study Abroad course, Arts of Italy. For over two weeks, the SUNY Fredonia contingent visited churches, museums and sites throughout Tu more PR

BURBANK, California, July 22 -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, issued the following news release: THURSDAY, AUG. 8 9:00-10:00 p.m. EDT Lucky 13: "That's a Rap" (103) Logline: Co-hosts Shaquille O'Neal and Gina Rodriguez test contestants on 13 true-or-false trivia questions. Tonight, an advancement officer from Bismarck, North Dakota, and a retired salesman from Brooklyn, New York, play for the $1 million jackpot. (TV-PG) Watch episodes next day on Hulu. *** Original text here: https://www more PR

NEW YORK, July 23 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news on July 22, 2024: * * * Watch the video here at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4EVYq_kQgc DOT to Propose Rules Expediting Approvals and Removing Barriers to AllowProperty Owners to More Quickly Install Safe, Outdoor E-Battery Charging Infrastructure Administration to Launch $2 Million Trade-In Program for Unsafe E-Bikes, E-Mobility Devices, and Batteries FDNY Invests $1 Million Into Education Campaign Following  more PR

NEW YORK, July 23 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news on July 22, 2024: * * * Agreement Designates Monies from Battery Park City Authority's Joint Purpose Fund to Be Spent on Affordable Housing * * * New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York Governor Kathy Hochul, and New York City Comptroller Brad Lander today announced a $500 million investment from the Battery Park City Authority's Joint Purpose Fund to build and maintain affordable housing across New York City. Thr more PR

ALBANY, New York, July 18 -- The New York State Board on Electric Generation Siting and the Environment issued the following notice (Case No. 17-F-0282): * * * Application of Alle-Catt Wind Energy LLC for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need Pursuant to Article 10 for a Proposed Wind Energy Project, Located in Allegany, Cattaraugus, and Wyoming Counties, New York, in the Towns of Arcade, Centerville, Farmersville, Freedom, and Rushford. NOTICE OF MEETING PLEASE TAKE N more PR

ALBANY, New York, July 23 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following remarks on July 22, 2024: * * * Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled Liberty Landing, a transformative project to convert the state-owned 100,000 square-foot former Bayview Correctional Facility in Manhattan into affordable housing for low-income residents and supportive housing for formerly incarcerated individuals reentering the community. The proposed project, a joint venture between Camber Property Gr more PR

NEW YORK, July 23 -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, issued the following news on July 22, 2024: * * * Free, Downloadable Guide Designed to Elevate the Viewing Experience, Helping Families Build Connections and Memories by Watching the Paris Olympic Games Together * * * SportsEngine Play, NBC Sports Next's leading youth technology brand, today unveiled the new edition of its award-winning Kids Guide to the 2024 Paris Olympic & Paralympic Games, a fun and interactive resource for famil more PR

NEW YORK, July 23 -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, issued the following news: * * * Telemundo and Universo Present More Than 315 Hours of LIVE Spanish-Language Coverage of the Summer Games of the XXXIII Olympiad * * * Telemundo, the exclusive Spanish-language home of the Olympic Games Paris 2024, presents its most comprehensive live coverage and unprecedented multiplatform offerings of the Summer Games of the XXXIII Olympiad starting two days before the Opening Ceremony with the Men more PR

NEW YORK, July 23 -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, issued the following news: * * * Universal Pictures owned the top two spots at the domestic box office this weekend with the debut of Twisters in the No. 1 spot and Illumination's Despicable Me 4 coming in at No. 2 in its third weekend. * * * Twisters overperformed against industry expectations earning an estimated $81.25 million from 4,151 North American theaters. The epic studio disaster movie returns with an adrenaline-pumping,  more PR

BROOKLYN, New York, July 23 (TNSres) -- New York University Tandon School of Engineering issued the following news release: * * * NYU Tandon collaboration with May Mobility leads to unprecedented autonomous vehicle research * * * A new dataset promises to accelerate the development of autonomous vehicle (AV) technology by providing researchers with a wealth of previously-unavailable real-world driving data captured from multiple vehicles over repeated trips. The MARS (MultiAgent, multitrave more PR

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, July 23 (TNSres) -- New York University's Abu Dhabi campus issued the following news release: A team of researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi, led by Professor Sehamuddin Galadari, has discovered that the tumor suppressor protein Prostate apoptosis response-4 (Par-4) can cause a unique type of cell death called ferroptosis in human glioblastoma - the most common and aggressive type of brain tumor - while sparing healthy cells. This new understanding has the potential to  more PR

NIAGARA FALLS, New York, July 23 -- Niagara University issued the following news: By Lisa McMahon Coleen Edwards, a faculty fellow in biology and environmental sciences at Niagara University, hosted a professional development workshop sponsored by the New York Sea Grant and the Center for Great Lakes Literacy. Twenty teachers and educators representing 17 school districts participated in the two-day workshop, which was held July 18-19, 2024, and focused on plankton, the organisms that form th more PR

BROOKLYN, New York, July 23 -- Brooklyn Law School issued the following news on July 22, 2024: Seven Brooklyn Law School professors participated in the 2024 Biennial Conference of the Legal Writing Institute (LWI), serving as panelists, presenters, discussion group participants, and conference planners at the four-day event which wrapped up on Saturday and was held at the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in Indianapolis. The conference theme, "The Best Is Yet to Come," was d more PR

ALBANY, New York, July 23 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following statement on July 22, 2024: * * * NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today released the following statement in response to a pair of shootings that occurred last night in Brooklyn's Clinton Hill neighborhood: "Last night, two people were killed and one critically injured in Clinton Hill as a result of gun violence. My office is working with the New York City Police Department (NYPD) and l more PR

FREDONIA, New York, July 23 -- The State University of New York Fredonia campus issued the following news: The Upward Bound program held at SUNY Fredonia is encouraging nearly 100 Chautauqua County high school students this summer to complete high school and go on to succeed in higher education. "Upward Bound is a college preparedness program; it's for students in high school who have a desire to go on to college," said Loretta Torain, Upward Bound director. While Upward Bound conducts studen more PR

FREDONIA, New York, July 23 (TNSres) -- The State University of New York Fredonia campus issued the following news: It's summer, but learning doesn't go on hiatus for SUNY Fredonia science students undertaking of summer research projects, both on campus and out in the field. The work will strengthen their academic credentials ahead of applying to graduate and professional schools or pursuing direct employment opportunities. Ten students - a number that's rebounded to pre-pandemic levels - are more PR

NEW YORK, July 23 -- The Office of the Mayor of New York issued the following transcript of an interview on July 22, 2024, by Mayor Eric Adams with Willie Geist of MSNBC's Morning Joe: * * * Willie Geist: Here on set in the studio is the mayor of New York City, Eric Adams. Mr. Mayor, always great to have you at the table. Mayor Eric Adams: Great to be here. Geist: Your reaction to the news yesterday, first the decision, the act undertaken by President Biden, and also your enthusiasm or your  more PR

FREDONIA, New York, July 23 -- The State University of New York Fredonia campus issued the following news: Associate Professor Peter Tucker in the Department of Visual Arts and New Media has received a Creative Impact Fund award to support his artistic endeavors. Funding is made possible through Arts Services Inc.'s Creative Impact Fund, thanks to a New York State Senate Initiative supported by the NYS Legislature and the Office of the Governor, and administered by the New York State Council o more PR