ITHACA, New York, July 8 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * AI research team could streamline clinical trial design * An artificial intelligence system that operates like a collaborative team of medical experts could accelerate clinical trial design, one of the most difficult steps in drug development, according to a new study by Weill Cornell Medicine investigators. The findings, published July 7 in Nature Communications, evaluated the potential of the system, called EmulatRx, to simulate, design and improve clinical tr more PR

LONG BEACH, California, July 6 -- California State University issued the following news: * * * New CSU Initiatives Invest in Faculty Research, Teaching and Collaboration The CSU is leveraging faculty expertise to strengthen the university system and create richer, more impactful student learning experiences. By Alex Beall, Alisia Ruble The California State University employs nearly 28,000 world-class faculty who are integral to promoting student success and achieving the CSU's mission of preparing all students for future careers. In line w more PR

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama, July 9 -- The University of Alabama issued the following news: * * * Dr. Karen Frith, retired UAH College of Nursing dean, leaves legacy of excellence, innovation, growth Ann Marie Martin Dr. Karen Frith smiles often as she talks about the students mentored, the programs begun and the advancements made during her 19 years in the College of Nursing at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), a part of The University of Alabama System. But the newly retired dean wears a special smile of satisfaction when she mention more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, July 9 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * How are AI use and policy changing in schools? New VCU research identifies key gaps The number of teachers and students using artificial intelligence has grown sharply in recent years, but two new studies show guidelines and training are not keeping up with the trends. By Madeline Reinsel Teachers and students are already using artificial intelligence to create lesson plans and complete homework, but many Virginia school districts don't have AI  more PR

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- George Washington University posted the following news: * * * Media Tip Sheet: China May Restrict Access to AI Models * WASHINGTON (July 8, 2026) - China is considering limiting foreign access to their most advanced AI models. Restrictions could impact companies around the world that use China's free AI models as a cheaper alternative to U.S. technology. Similar to the U.S., Beijing is becoming more concerned about national security and has already restricted access to advanced AI models such as Claude over security  more PR

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, July 8 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * Separating logic and language Neuroscientists find logical reasoning does not involve language-processing parts of the brain. - Some people find it useful to talk through their problems -but language isn't necessary for logical reasoning, cognitive neuroscientists at MIT's McGovern Institute for Brain Research say. In research published this week in the journal PNAS, researchers led by MIT associate professor of brain and cogni more PR

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, July 8 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * MIT-designed educational factory embraces modern manufacturing * From the basement of MIT's Building 35 to Monterrey, Mexico, and now beyond. That is the journey of FrED, a low-cost desktop fiber (Fr) extrusion (E) device (D), designed and assembled by students in an educational factory at MIT. That factory is transforming how manufacturing is taught -replacing textbook learning with hands-on experience in a space where tinkering more PR

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, July 8 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * 3 Questions: Searching for new physics with "beauty" particles * The Standard Model of particle physics is a well established theory that describes the fundamental particles and forces that govern the universe. Yet it cannot explain dark matter, the matter-antimatter imbalance, or gravity at the quantum scale, all of which suggest that additional particles and forces beyond the Standard Model may exist. One promising place to loo more PR

NEWARK, New Jersey, July 9 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Hillier College Professor Awarded at Tokyo Projection Mapping Competition Written by: Nayib Moran Taro Narahara's work turned one of Tokyo's most recognizable buildings into a public conversation between architecture, computation and light - and earned the NJIT associate professor international recognition. Narahara, associate professor at the Hillier College of Architecture and Design, received the Audience Prize at the 13th 1minute Proje more PR

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, England, July 8 -- Newcastle University issued the following news: * * * Renowned figures given honorary degrees Leading figures in the video games industry, financial services and women's health are being recognised with honorary degrees at Newcastle University. Professor Chris Day, Vice-Chancellor and President, Newcastle University, said: "Our honorary graduates this year have each made an exceptional contribution in their respective fields. Their commitment to excellence and to making a positive impact in the world  more PR

ALVA, Oklahoma, July 9 -- Northwestern Oklahoma State University issued the following news release: * * * Northwestern Announces New Dean of Faculty Northwestern Oklahoma State University has named Dr. Roxie James as the new dean of faculty. Dr. James replaces Dr. Steve Maier, who assumed the role of vice president for academic affairs recently upon the retirement of Dr. James Bell. Dr. James has served as chair of the Department of English, Foreign Language, and Humanities since the spring of 2022. She has also been an associate professor more PR

COLUMBIA, Missouri, July 9 (TNSjou) -- The University of Missouri issued the following news release: * * * Planting the future: Mizzou researchers put AI to work on the farm A recent study focuses on corn and soybeans, two of the most common crops in the United States. - Farmers are getting more tools in their toolbox, thanks to new research from the University of Missouri that shows how they can tweak planting practices to make the most of every acre. Traditionally, farmers have applied a one-size-fits-all approach to planting. But that  more PR

KOWLOON, Hong Kong, July 8 -- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University issued the following news release: * * * PolyU launches global alliance to help universities navigate the AI paradigm shift While AI advancements are rapidly reshaping the learning landscape, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is taking the lead by initiating the International Consortium for Higher Education Transformation and Innovation with AI (ICHETI). Officially launched on 3 July, the strategic alliance of world-leading universities at the forefront of educatio more PR

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, July 9 -- The University of Colorado issued the following news release: * * * Private gift brings two Ami humanoid robots to UCCS, expanding access to robotics and physical AI Thanks to the generosity of donor Joanne Posner-Mayer, our campus has welcomed two "Ami Desktop" humanoid robots to campus, creating new opportunities for teaching, research and community engagement centered on robotics and physical artificial intelligence. The robots will be housed in Kraemer Family Library and coordinated through C3 Inno more PR

SYRACUSE, New York, July 9 -- Syracuse University issued the following news on July 8, 2026: * * * Syracuse University Launches Uniquely Comprehensive AI Academic Portfolio Degree programs, student bootcamp, research place Syracuse among a small group of universities offering a full, interdisciplinary path into artificial intelligence. Wendy S. Loughlin Syracuse University today announced the launch of a sweeping artificial intelligence academic portfolio for Fall 2026, giving students an unusually complete set of pathways into one of the  more PR

NOTRE DAME, Indiana, July 9 -- The University of Notre Dame Keough School of Global Affairs issued the following news release: * * * McKenna Center receives state grant to develop AI business coaching platform The University of Notre Dame's McKenna Center for Human Development and Global Business, part of the Keough School of Global Affairs, has received a $39,956 grant from the State of Indiana to expand its support for low-income and disadvantaged entrepreneurs through a new artificial intelligence-powered business coaching platform. Awar more PR

GRONINGEN, The Netherlands, July 8 -- The University of Groningen issued the following news: * * * The Young Academy Groningen welcomes seven new members The Young Academy Groningen is welcoming seven members. During their five-year membership, they will collaborate with our current members in projects focusing on science policy, interdisciplinarity, public engagement, and diversity and inclusion. The seven researchers will be installed officially as members of the YAG on Wednesday, 16 September 2026. You are very welcome to join us for the more PR