Cornell Business News
The main publishing hub for the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business and its three schools–the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management, and the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration.
Research with Impact
Research Matters’ video podcast debuts, translating ideas into impact
February 20, 2026Professors Chris Barrett and David Rand spotlight Cornell research on real‑world challenges including food prices and AI
Search platforms rewrite the rules of online shopping
February 18, 2026Johnson School professors offer perspective into how platforms design rankings and use behavioral and demographic information to influence consumer decisions.
People use enjoyment, not time spent, to measure goal progress
February 5, 2026Cornell professor Kaitlin Woolley ’12, found that people gauge goal progress more by enjoyment than time spent.
Want to strengthen your relationship? Try talking about money
February 5, 2026Romance is usually the topic on Valentine’s Day, but financial conversations offer lasting benefits in long-term relationships.
Why instability is becoming the norm in the new world order
February 2, 2026For much of the postwar era, the world bet that open markets and shared rules would deliver stability and prosperity. Maybe not.
More productive farming lowers global emissions
January 29, 2026A new analysis finds that rising farm productivity is keeping global agricultural emissions in check
Business Leadership
Future restaurateurs sharpen their skills in remodeled food lab
February 19, 2026After two years of renovations, the Grailer Food Lab has reopened with a more real-world commercial kitchen and all-electric appliances
Blackboard co-founder named Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year
February 2, 2026Daniel Cane ’98, a member of the SC Johnson College Dean's Advisory Council, will be honored on campus this spring
How evergreen trees shaped human history
December 10, 2025Professor Trent Preszler's new book chronicles the myriad ways evergreens have played a transformative role in human history
SC Johnson College announces its 10 Under 10 Notable Alumni for 2025
November 26, 2025Meet the 2025 10 Under 10 honorees — remarkable young alumni from the SC Johnson College whose leadership and impact are shaping industries and communities.
Emerging Markets Institute renamed in honor of Gail and Rob Cañizares ’71, MBA ’74
November 19, 2025The Cañizares Center for Emerging Markets educates MBAs, engages leaders, funds research, and recognizes alumni excellence.
Johnson Cornell Tech MBA ranks No. 4 in entrepreneurship excellence
November 17, 2025Startup bootcamps. Acquisitions. Millions in seed funding. Johnson Cornell Tech MBA graduates seize these opportunities and more.
Hospitality Hackathon winners propose app to cut billing complaints by 25%
November 7, 2025At Cornell’s 2025 Hilton Hospitality Hackathon, more than 100 students tackled hospitality business challenges.
Cornell’s undergraduate business programs earn top 10 national ranking
September 23, 2025Cornell SC Johnson College's undergraduate and graduate programs recently earned top 10 national ranking.
News & Announcements
Samuel Hirshman brings research expertise on decision-making
October 3, 2025Meet Samuel Hirshman, Dyson School professor specializing decision-making under uncertainty, and consumer behavior research.
Gregory Ray drives innovation and student entrepreneurship
October 1, 2025Meet Gregory Ray, entrepreneurship expert leading MBA programs, startup accelerators, and innovation initiatives in life sciences.
Meet Our New Faculty: Luisa Cefala
September 29, 2025Luisa Cefala, Dyson School professor, specializes in development, labor and behavioral economics, focusing on low-income country labor markets.
David Rand brings expertise on positive uses of generative AI
September 26, 2025David Rand brings expertise on generative AI, misinformation, political polarization and cooperation.
Centers & Institutes
Search platforms rewrite the rules of online shopping
February 18, 2026Johnson School professors offer perspective into how platforms design rankings and use behavioral and demographic information to influence consumer decisions.
Could learning about happiness improve economics education?
January 29, 2026Integrating happiness research into courses ranging from macroeconomics to electives can benefit students, according to Johnson School professor.
The talent spark: How inventors fire up startup ecosystems
January 15, 2026New research from SC Johnson College examined how the arrival of inventors in U.S. counties influenced the growth of startups from 2000-2016.
Wellness bar proposal wins hospitality pitch deck competition
December 15, 2025The winning team’s reimagining of the traditional hotel bar features kava- and CBD-infused cocktails.
Emerging Markets Institute renamed in honor of Gail and Rob Cañizares ’71, MBA ’74
November 19, 2025The Cañizares Center for Emerging Markets educates MBAs, engages leaders, funds research, and recognizes alumni excellence.
Leading the clean energy transition: Rob Collier’s path toward a sustainable future
November 10, 2025The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Rob Collier MBA ’14, senior vice president of marketplaces at LevelTen Energy
Hospitality Hackathon winners propose app to cut billing complaints by 25%
November 7, 2025At Cornell’s 2025 Hilton Hospitality Hackathon, more than 100 students tackled hospitality business challenges.
How biodiversity startups raise capital
November 4, 2025Biodiversity startups raise less capital than other startups but attract a broader coalition of investors, according to new research that used machine learning.