Insect pollinators contribute $29 billion to U.S. farm income

A Cornell study published in the May 22 issue of the journal Public Library of Science ONE analyzes the economic value of honeybees and other insect pollinators for 58 crops. (May 22, 2012)

Business, politics, economics play key roles in sustainable development, say experts

Business, politics and economics play key roles in sustainable development, Cornell professors at a regional symposium of the National Academy of Engineering, May 16.

Researchers identify how plant skins are stitched together

The findings have agricultural implications, since understanding the basic biology of plant skins opens the door for researchers to develop therapies to prevent plant diseases. (May 21, 2012)

Researchers develop food aid decision-making tool

Cornell researchers have developed a tool to help international relief organizations cater food aid responses to specific situations.

Students create crispy veggie cubes, raw cookie dough treats for contests

Food science students developed a series of products this year as part of national competitions. (May 17, 2012)

Neurobiologist Robert Capranica dies at 81

Robert Capranica, a professor emeritus in the Department of Neurobiology and Behavior, died in his home in Tucson, Ariz., May 11.

New environmental science and sustainability major launches

In 2013-14, the new major, environmental science and sustainability, will launch in the Department of Natural Resources, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

Grad students help Ugandan mothers recover from war

Five fellows pursuing master's degrees in public administration recently spent a week in Uganda helping young mothers abused by soldiers led by fugitive rebel commander Joseph Kony.

Miller, Wiedmann elected fellows of food science group

Professors Dennis Miller and Martin Wiedmann will be among 22 people inducted into the International Academy of Food Science and Technology this August in Iguassu Falls, Brazil.