Cornell University in Ithaca, NY is home to the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, a distinguished hub for research, training, and teaching focused on the fundamental molecular mechanisms of life. The department explores a broad spectrum of areas including gene expression, developmental genetics, cell biology, biochemistry, genomics, and computational biology. It is committed to applying this essential knowledge to tackle critical challenges in medicine, agriculture, and the environment. Cultivating a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere, the department prepares future scientists, educators, and communicators through exceptional instruction and interdisciplinary research across the university.
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Cornell University is a private Ivy League land-grant research university based in Ithaca, New York. Founded in 1865 by Ezra Cornell and Andrew Dickson White, Cornell is a co-educational, non-sectarian institution that has not restricted admission by religion or race since its founding. The student body for the fall 2022 semester consisted of more than 15,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students from all 50 American states and 130 countries.