Cornell Business News: Dyson School Edition
News, faculty research insights, and features from the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management
How much would you pay for this bread?
March 6, 2026Consumers need to understand sustainability claims and, more importantly, be willing to pay a premium for them.
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
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.
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
More productive farming lowers global emissions
January 29, 2026A new analysis finds that rising farm productivity is keeping global agricultural emissions in check
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.
Students design a reusable bottle system for local wineries
December 22, 2025The proposed pilot program aims to cut operating costs and carbon dioxide emissions for Finger Lakes wineries.
Ozempic is changing the foods Americans buy
December 22, 2025The new class of weight-loss and diabetes drugs are changing not just how much American households are eating, but even precisely what they buy at a supermarket or restaurant.
Grow-NY finalists estimate upstate impact ahead of summit
December 22, 2025Twenty startup finalists will pitch their food and agriculture businesses – and their potential to impact upstate New York – for up to $1 million
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
Prescription drug lawsuit ads can pose public health risks
December 9, 2025Drug-injury ads are a way for law firms to obtain clients, resulting in serious negative consequences when people who need these drugs see the ads.
Cornell Atkinson-The Nature Conservancy awards promote biodiversity, climate resilience
November 12, 2025Six projects led by Cornell and The Nature Conservancy researchers have been awarded grants from Cornell Atkinson.
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Remote work opens doors for workers with poor mental health
March 6, 2026New research finds that remote work options can help people with mental health challenges enter the labor market.
Third Cornell alum to lead Toll Brothers to speak on campus
February 27, 2026Karl Mistry, MPS-RE ’04 will speak with current students on Feb. 26 as part of the Cornell Real Estate Distinguished Speaker Seminar Series
Nolan School alumni reinvest in culinary education
February 25, 2026While patrons relax and enjoy panoramic views of The Ithaca Campus at Establishment, Cornell’s student-run restaurant, the undergraduate head chef leading service in the Grailer Food Lab faces one of […]
Renovated food lab goes fully electric, embracing induction technology
February 20, 2026The renovated Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hospitality Grailer Food Lab is one of the country’s first fully electric teaching kitchens, marking the Cornell SC Johnson College of […]
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
Meet the alum who helped bring “Heated Rivalry” to TV screens
February 19, 2026Justin Stockman, MBA ’09, is an executive producer of the hit series about two male hockey stars