Two Cornell researchers have launched iFyber LLC, which markets fabrics with embedded nanoparticles to detect explosives and dangerous chemicals or to serve as antibacterials for hospitals. (Sept. 21, 2009)
An exhibit in Mann Library's second-floor gallery through Oct. 17 features wearable art with the theme 'Red!' Pieces include fabric origami, electroluminescence and 'sound' waves. (Sept. 16, 2009)
A new grant from the National Science Foundation will support 30 graduate students working in the Cornell Center for Materials Research on the development of materials to advance sustainable living. (Sept. 15, 2009)
Faculty offered tips to other faculty on how to keep students engaged in large lecture courses in a panel discussion Sept. 10. Some strategies: keep moving, summarize and show you care. (Sept. 15, 2009)
Such working conditions as irregular work schedules, long hours and job dissatisfaction of parents in low-income families significantly impact family food choices, reports a new Cornell study. (Sept. 14, 2009)
Forty-seven students minoring in Cornell's new Global Health Program spent the summer in various low-resource countries doing volunteer work and research as part of the requirements for their minor. (Sept. 11, 2009)
Professor Susan Ashdown and a class of 10 apparel design students set up a study that used the College of Human Ecology's 3-D body scanner to assess the fit and wear of Nike running garments. (Sept. 1, 2009)
Reaccreditation is one step closer for Cornell, now that the university's proposal for a intensive self-study has been approved by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
President Skorton and CALS Dean Susan Henry made their annual visit to the New York State Fair Aug. 27, where they toured Cornell's solar house and met with Gov. David Paterson and young 4-H members. (Aug. 28, 2009)
