Assistant professor of physics Itai Cohen studies soft condensed matter, an example of which is human cartilage. One of his goals is to better understand the physics of how cartilage moves. (April 15, 2008)
Sherman Cochran, a Cornell professor of Chinese history, has been awarded the annual Joseph Levenson Prize in Chinese Studies for his 2006 book 'Chinese Medicine Men.'
More than 50 speakers and poster sessions will highlight the broad array of research taking place across Cornell's campuses, and judges are still needed to assess the presentations throughout the day. (April 14, 2008)
Retired anthropology professor Terence Turner discusses how the American Anthropological Association may allow its members to conduct secret research for corporations, the military or the government. (April 14, 2008)
Ted Lowi will receive the American Political Science Association's 2008 James Madison Award, which recognizes a career of scholarly excellence. It is one of the highest accolades of the profession. (April 10, 2008)
Mike Huckabee, former dark horse Republican presidential nominee, will speak about the role of religion in politics at Cornell on April 15. (April 9, 2008)
The conservation and renewable energy technologies we have now will probably not be enough, but hopeful new technologies, such as converting biomass into fuel are under study, Chu says.
The Cornell Glee Club and Chorus have returned from a two-week concert tour and cultural exchange in the People's Republic of China that saw them perform in Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong. (April 9, 2008)
