New atlas could help wind energy sweep across Great Lakes

By compiling meteorological wind data, Cornell scientists have assembled the first full observational wind atlas of the Great Lakes in hopes of developing wind energy in the region.

Glacier expert Willis named to Arctic mapping team

Michael Willis, Cornell earth and atmospheric sciences research associate, has been named to the ArcticDEM scientific team that will – for the first time – create high-resolution topographical Arctic maps.

Garrett savors New York State Fair's Cornell connections

On her first visit to the New York State Fair, Cornell President Elizabeth Garrett walked past the midway games and deep-fried foods to enjoy the fair’s educational aspects.

Civic Leaders Fellows to be honored Sept. 11

The 2014-15 Civic Leader Fellows will present their projects Friday, Sept. 11, at 3:30 p.m. at 102 Mann Library. The fellowship helps community leaders, students and faculty solve community needs.

Cornell technology identifies artifacts in Jamestown graves

Staff from Cornell's Biotechnology Resource Center help archaeologists identify key artifacts found in Jamestown graves.

Style Engineers teach science of fashion to N.Y. girls

Style Engineers, an NSF-funded program to engage girls with STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) topics, is being distributed to educators nationwide following successful testing.

Garden offers living library of weeds, poisonous plants

The Cornell Weed Science Teaching Garden gives students and the public a chance to recognize species that might harm people or animals, and reduce crop yields.

Affinito-Stewart grants support 12 women faculty

Twelve Cornell women assistant professors have been awarded research grants by the Affinito-Stewart Grants Program to advance research necessary to obtain tenure.

Refurbished Warren Hall certified LEED Platinum

Steeped in economic and social science history, Cornell University's Warren Hall has become LEED Platinum certified.