Arts and Sciences

Strauss compares three generals in 'Masters of Command'

Professor of history and classics Barry Strauss examines the methods of three great military leaders in his new book, 'Masters of Command: Alexander, Hannibal, Caesar, and the Genius of Leadership.' (April 25, 2012)

Statistics professor helps navigate the 'data deluge'

Cornell statistician Paul Velleman explained the various methods researchers use to sift through the enormous amounts of data being generated, April 21, in a talk for Math Awareness Month. (April 25, 2012)

Light for Africa wins Big Idea competition

Eight teams of Cornell undergraduates are preparing for their presentations to win this year's Big Idea competition, proposals for businesses and nonprofits. (April 11, 2012)

From body odor to democracy in Africa, social science research gets funding

Cornell's Institute for the Social Sciences has announced the recipients of its biannual small-grant award for interdisciplinary research and conference support. (April 24, 2012)

M.F.A. writers tweeting to promote poetry project

Cornell poets are tweeting their work to promote and connect with readers for Poetry in Your Pocket, an annual event taking place in New York City April 26. (April 24, 2012)

Lunine explores life on other planets at NYC talk

Professor Jonathan Lunine explained how scientists look for life on other planets to a crowd at the 92nd St. Y in Manhattan. (April 24, 2012)

Speakers echo language style of superiors, especially if they need something

Computer analysis of online discussion and Supreme Court arguments shows how speakers unconsciously adjust to those with power. (April 23, 2012)

William Dichtel receives Cottrell Scholar Award

William Dichtel, assistant professor of chemistry and chemical biology, has received a Cottrell Scholar Award. (April 23, 2012)

Dance concert to feature original student, faculty work

The Mini-Locally Grown Dance Festival, May 3, 5 and 6 at the Schwartz Center, will feature a variety of styles and influences among its choreographers. (April 23, 2012)