Detected: 1,652 radio bursts from 3 billion light-years away

Once a cosmic trickle a decade ago now appears as a rapid-fire barrage from across the universe, as 1,652 fast radio bursts were found in the Cornell-discovered FRB121102.

Schmidt: Exploring Earth’s oceans to reach Europa

To prep for missions to Jupiter’s icy moon Europa, Britney Schmidt, associate professor of astronomy and earth and atmospheric sciences, is studying Antarctica’s ice and oceans.

Book explores Nigerian women’s political activism

A new book by Judith Byfield, professor of history, highlights the central role that women played in Nigeria’s nationalist movement in the years following World War II.

Students recount life-changing CCE internships

Their projects served communities across New York, from improving soil at community farms in New York City to developing an anti-racism curriculum for Hudson Valley teens.

New moral psychology minor takes on challenging questions

Students across the university can now minor in the growing field of moral psychology, with faculty recently approving the new area of study.

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Event will honor suffragist and mathematician James Oliver

The life and work of James Edward Oliver, a passionate supporter of women’s suffrage and a nationally recognized mathematician, will be celebrated in an evening of talks on Oct. 14.

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Natural climate protection may be written in stone

The rocky surface of Earth’s geology may provide a buffer for climate change to absorb excess carbon, according to a new Cornell paper in Global Biogeochemical Cycles.

Concerto highlights individual voice and the sound of community

Elizabeth Ogonek, assistant professor in the Department of Music, is one of three composers whose work was commissioned and performed by pianist Xak Bjerken for “The Oberlin Concertos.”

Community of practice explores digital storytelling in the classroom

The Center for Teaching Innovation's Digital storytelling community of practice offers monthly sessions this fall for instructors to explore this inclusive teaching strategy and discuss their ideas with peers.

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