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A small NYU study found microplastics in 90% of prostate cancer tissue samples, with higher concentrations than in healthy tissue, but researchers caution that causation is not established and the sample size is limited; more research is needed while doctors advise risk-reduction steps and regular screening.
NYU reached a tentative five-year contract with about 950 non-tenure-track faculty represented by CFU-UAW, ending a strike that began earlier this week. The deal includes minimum raises of $14,000 by the next academic year, with 95% of members projected to earn more than $100,000, and 3.5% annual raises retroactive to September 2025. It also addresses salary compression and includes guardrails on AI use and academic freedom, pending ratification by union members.
NYU physicists have observed a visible, classical time crystal formed by millimeter beads levitated in a standing sound wave. The beads exchange sound waves in a nonreciprocal way, causing them to oscillate in a steady rhythm while hovering, a behavior that violates Newton's Third Law. The device stands about a foot tall and the work, published in Physical Review Letters, hints at links to biological timing systems and could influence future tech in quantum computing and data storage, though practical uses are still years away.
Researchers at NYU created a hand-sized time crystal from styrofoam beads that levitate on a bed of sound; the beads interact to harvest energy from the waves and set their own rhythm, a non-Newtonian behavior with potential practical applications and deeper insights into clock-like dynamics.
An NYU professor used AI-powered oral exams to better assess student understanding and combat the limitations of traditional written assignments, which often lack genuine comprehension. The experiment involved AI conducting and grading live oral exams, demonstrating a scalable and potentially fairer assessment method in the AI era, despite some student stress and mixed preferences.
Suzy Welch created the highly popular NYU course 'Becoming You,' which helps students discover their life purpose and core values, tapping into a widespread desire for meaningful living, especially post-pandemic. The course's success has led to broader university initiatives and personal coaching, making Welch a prominent figure in purpose-driven education.
Chase Filandro, a 20-year-old social media influencer and talented artist, died by suicide in his NYU dorm room, leaving a legacy of creativity and warmth. His family mourns his loss and emphasizes his love for the arts and outdoors, while a GoFundMe has raised over $24K to honor his memory. They ask for privacy during this difficult time.
Barron Trump, son of former President Donald Trump, reportedly told a classmate at NYU that he is not allowed to play pickup basketball, which has been described as a sad sports career announcement, highlighting his limited participation in campus sports activities.
Barron Trump, a freshman at NYU's Stern School of Business, is reportedly popular among female students, with some describing him as a 'ladies' man.' Despite conflicting reports about his social life, including claims of him being reclusive and guarded by Secret Service, Barron is said to be attractive and engaging with peers, possibly through online platforms like Discord.
Researchers at New York University have developed a mathematical approach called "Crystal Math" to predict crystal structures in hours using a laptop, a process that previously required supercomputers and took weeks or months. This method, which relies on mathematical rules and simple physical descriptors, addresses the limitations of physics-based methods and has shown high accuracy in predicting structures of complex molecular crystals. The approach holds promise for the pharmaceutical industry and the development of new compounds.
NYU freshman spends over $10,000 traveling to Florida every weekend for a six-month internship at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, due to the competitive nature of the hospitality internship market. Despite the financial and logistical challenges, Vincent Campanaro finds the experience valuable and is dedicated to learning about customer service and the Ritz-Carlton philosophy.
NYU student Vincent Campanaro travels from New York to Florida every weekend for his hospitality internship at The Ritz-Carlton Naples, spending $10,000 over six months on commuting costs. Despite the financial strain and occasional airport sleeping, he considers the experience "fantastic" and valuable for his professional development.
Former NYU finance director Cindy Tappe, 57, pleaded guilty to a $3 million fraud scheme, diverting funds intended for minority and women-owned businesses to finance renovations on her Connecticut home. Tappe created two shell companies to improperly route $3.3 million while serving as director of finance and administration for NYU’s Metropolitan Center. She has agreed to five years probation and $663,209 in restitution, and is scheduled to be sentenced on April 16.
As Nvidia's stock continues to surge, NYU's "Dean of Valuation" Aswath Damodaran believes the company is "particularly overpriced" at its current levels. Damodaran, known for his expertise in valuing companies, expressed concerns about the stock's valuation following its significant rise this year. Nvidia's shares have seen a sharp increase in value, prompting caution from experts like Damodaran who believe the stock may be overvalued.
Three Jewish students at New York University (NYU) have filed a lawsuit alleging that the university has failed to protect them from escalating antisemitism, which they claim has worsened since the start of the Israel-Hamas war. The students argue that NYU has created a hostile educational environment by allowing pervasive acts of hatred, discrimination, harassment, and intimidation against Jewish students. They accuse the university of deliberate indifference and selective enforcement of its own rules. NYU denies the allegations and states that it takes antisemitism seriously, investigates incidents, and refers violators to the student disciplinary office. The lawsuit demands measures to prevent antisemitism, termination of responsible administrators and faculty, and suspension or expulsion of students engaged in such conduct.