Life 'not as we know it' possible on Saturn's moon Titan

Cornell chemical engineers and astronomers have theorized a new kind of methane-based cell membrane that could thrive in the harsh, cold conditions of Titan, Saturn's largest moon.

Real story of Caesar's death a lesson for our time

In his new book, "The Death of Caesar: The Story of History’s Most Famous Assassination," Barry Strauss says Caesar's propensity for taking risks led him to the Roman Senate on the Ides of March, the day of his assassination.

Undergrads make connections through biology and service

At a recent community showcase, undergraduates involved in the Biology Service Leaders program presented projects that ranged from testing water quality in local streams to teaching biology to people in prison.

Three 'rising stars' boosted with Sloan fellowships

Three Cornell assistant professors have received fellowships from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, whose goal is to support "the next generation of scientific leaders."

UN officials brief Cornell students on new global tasks

In an exclusive symposium designed for Cornell students, officials from the United Nations detailed a new 15-year initiative on battling climate change worldwide.

D.C. conference to explore a global, humanist education

The Comparative and International Education Society sponsors a conference in Washington, D.C., March 8-13 on "Ubuntu! Imagining a Humanist Education Globally."

New 'knobs' can dial in control of materials

A new study by Cornell scientists offers insight on how different "knobs" can change material properties in previously unexplored or misunderstood ways.

Hatch: Food pantries combat food insecurity on many levels

Emeritus professor Marty Hatch discusses the roles food pantries play in communities such as Brooktondale and Caroline and how the United Way in supporting them.

Cornell sinks teeth into four new MOOCs

Cornell will offer four new massive open online courses - or MOOCs - in 2016. Learn abouts sharks, GMOs, engineering simulations and how mergers and acquisitions get done.