COVID-19
5 ways the pandemic will change the future of tours
Professor Chekitan Dev discusses how tour companies will move forward in a changed travel industry, uprooted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Just awarded grant for COVID-19 food security research
Professor David Just has been awarded a Rapid Response Fund grant from Cornell’s Atkinson Center to examine food bank interest and use in the age of COVID-19.
COVID-19 causes supply chain headaches for coffee growers
Associate Professor Miguel Gomez says any added production costs on commodity coffee will lead to a small increase in store price.
The Rundown: Highlights from the week of May 18
Expert perspectives from Cornell SC Johnson College of Business faculty on COVID-19’s impact on business, hospitality, and the economy.
China drops GDP target for first time in wake of coronavirus
Professor Eswar Prasad says that China’s decision to abandon setting a gross domestic product target for the first time is a wise one.
Hotels fund more cleaning by cutting room amenities and breakfast buffets
Professor Chekitan Dev discusses the hotel industry’s aim to boost confidence in cleanliness during coronavirus pandemic.
Alumni and students create tech-focused responses to challenges of COVID-19
New tech-focused ventures and inventions include virtual medical guidance, 3D-printed PPEs, data tracking, smart masks, and more.
SHA alumni project salutes Dr. Fauci, supports restaurants and healthcare providers
GoFauci.com, a partnership with the Feeding People Foundation, supports restaurants and frontline healthcare workers across New York City.
Emerging economies faring worse in coronavirus crisis
Professor Andrew Karolyi says in two and a half months, four times as much money left emerging markets as did in the Great Recession.