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Book details how biofuel policies affect food prices

In his new book, "The Economics of Biofuel Policies: Impacts on Price Volatility in Grain and Oilseed Markets," Harry de Gorter links biofuel policies to turmoil in world markets.

Lab of Ornithology wildlife film explores sagebrush species

The wildlife documentary, "The Sagebrush Sea" – the first broadcast film produced by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology – will air on PBS Nature May 20 at 8 p.m. EDT.

Carl Sagan Institute sets sail to explore the 'cosmic ocean'

Wading ankle-deep along the shore of the cosmic ocean, scientists from around the world gathered at Cornell May 9 to celebrate and inaugurate the university’s Carl Sagan Institute: Pale Blue Dot & Beyond.

Rawlings Scholars display an array of research

Examining social movements to Facebook addiction, more than 50 graduating seniors showcased their research prowess at the 2015 Senior Expo for the Hunter R. Rawlings III Cornell Presidential Research Scholars.

Cornell seeds urban farming in the Big Apple

Cornell Cooperative Extension-New York City will help to sow innovative urban agriculture projects in Big Apple schools, Manhattan borough president Gale Brewer announced at an April 30 press conference.

Scientists expect more coral disease under climate change

New climate model projections show that conditions are likely to increase the frequency and severity of coral disease outbreaks, reports a team of researchers led by Cornell scientists.

Sprouting student startup wins $100,000 business contest

Germinating from a campus incubator, Uma Bioseed – a startup business developed by Cornell MBA students – has won the 2015 New York Business Plan Competition, winning a $100,000 grand prize.

Professors gaze toward a secure, sustainable future

Deliberating security and a sustainable future, six professors from a variety of disciplines offered quick-takes on destiny – and how our society adjusts - at Charter Day Weekend.

Seguin and Lassoie named 2015 Kaplan Faculty Fellows

Professors Rebecca Seguin and James Lassoie were named 2015 Kaplan Family Distinguished Faculty Fellows in Service-Learning April 21.

Students present their research at 30th CURB forum

Studying everything from potential medicine to the aromatic properties of popular beverages, about 120 undergraduates put project posters on display April 22 at the 30th Annual Spring Research Forum.

Social sciences, arts, humanities focus of Atkinson Center pilot

Cornell University’s Atkinson Center for a Sustainable Future has selected 11 faculty for the pilot class of its new Fellowship for Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts.

Ted Danson uses celebrity to fight for healthy oceans

Actor and environmental activist Ted Danson delivered the 2015 Jill and Ken Iscol Distinguished Environmental Lecture “Fish Tales: How Ocean Conservation Became My Passion” on campus April 20.