Chemists cook up three atom-thick electronic sheets

Cornell researchers have demonstrated a way to create a new kind of semiconductor thin film that retains its electrical properties even when it is just atoms thick.

Austin Bunn's story collection takes us to 'The Brink'

Austin Bunn, assistant professor in performing and media arts, has written a short story collection, "The Brink," that deals with "world-shattering" changes.

Behavioral economists discuss their emerging field

Behavioral economics takes into account such things as how questions are framed, according to panelists at as well as the initial allocation of resources according to panelists speaking April 26.

Moviemakers say it is still all about the story

Three alumni filmmakers discussed the pros and cons of the latest moviemaking technologies during a Charter Day Weekend event April 25.

Better batteries to break dependence on fossil fuels

In the Charter Day Weekend lecture, “Cornell and the Energy Landscape in the Age of Sustainability” April 26, professor Hector D. Abruna discussed his work to build sustainable batteries.

Securing American dream takes work on many fronts

Social scientists examined solutions to inequality at the Charter Day Weekend panel "The American Dream: Opportunities and Challenges" April 25.

Mary Katzenstein honored for prison education program

After 40 years of leadership, teaching and scholarship at Cornell, Mary Fainsod Katzenstein retires in May. At an April 22, event she was honored for her work with the Cornell Prison Education Program.

Students present wide range of humanities research

Research presented at the humanities undergraduate showcase April 23 tackled the linguistics of lying, the architecture of Rio de Janeiro and violence against native Alaskan women, among other things.

Panelists offer pros and cons of 'genomic revolution'

A panel of experts explored “The Genomic Revolution: How DNA Information Is Changing Our Lives” in a Charter Day Weekend panel April 26, including genetic screening for diseases.