Researchers attack plum pox to save state's stone fruits

Cornell researchers are working hard to eradicate plum pox virus from New York as it can destroy orchards of peaches, plums and apricots. (Sept. 8, 2010)

Website helps growers fight devastating Swede midge

A new website gives growers and consumers up-to-date information on research about the Swede midge, which in insect whose infestations can destroy cruciferous vegetables. (Sept. 8, 2010)

Decorated trash stations help beautify Collegetown

Collegetown ART, of the student-run Sustainability Hub, has installed two waste and recycling stations to beautify Collegetown. The waste receptacles are adorned with local art. (Sept. 7, 2010)

Peace Corps experience is 'transformative,' says director

Given that Cornell ranked third in Peace Corps volunteers recruited in 2009, it is no wonder that Aaron Williams, the international volunteer agency's director, paid a visit to campus Sept. 2.

Awe at nature is 'natural' and learned, says Harry Shaw

In the first Cornell Plantations lecture this fall, Professor Harry Shaw examined whether our wondrous views of nature are inborn, i.e., 'natural,' or learned, citing examples from literature. (Sept. 3, 2010)

Rust to Green helps upstate cities plan sustainable futures

Rust to Green New York State is partnering students and faculty with the people of former industrial cities to help their communities grow and become more livable, healthy and sustainable. (Sept. 2, 2010)

$3.3M in grants to improve soil, plant breeding in Africa

Funding from the NSF and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation will partner advanced research expertise with the developing world to improve soil and plant breeding. (Sept. 2, 2010)

Food scientist Donald C.W. Graham dies at age 78

Professor Emeritus Donald C. W. Graham, a food scientist, died Aug. 24 in Ithaca. His memorial service will be Saturday, Sept. 4, at 11 a.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church, 210 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca. (Sept. 2, 2010)

Cornell leads fight against the invasive emerald ash borer

As the emerald ash borer starts to invade New York and kill off its ash trees, Cornell researchers are leading the fight against the invasive pest. (Sept. 1, 2010)