Google-funded research will scan clothing and behavior

Computer science researchers will use Google Glass to coach wearers on nonverbal behavior, and 3-D scans to create computer images of soft, deformable objects.

New food institute blends academic, industry partners

The Cornell Institute for Food Systems Industry Partnership Program offers a new public-private partnership that brings together Cornell’s food science faculty and staff with industry scientists, engineers and leaders.

Hovering drones adapted for photo lighting

Small flying robots can replace light stands for a photo shoot, automatically adjusting their position for the best effects.

Faculty engage students in 'Learning Where You Live'

Biomedical engineering faculty members Chris Schaffer and Nozomi Nishimura are joining students at Donlon Hall this year and are teaching new 'Learning Where You Live' courses.

Skorton to new students: 'Discover what excites you'

President David Skorton welcomed the Class of 2018 at the Convocation for New Students and Families at Schoellkopf Stadium Aug. 23.

Study: Southwest may face 'megadrought' within century

Due to global warming, the chances the Southwest suffers a decadelong drought is at least 50 percent, and the chances of a “megadrought” – one that lasts up to 35 years – ranges from 20 to 50 percent over the next century.

'Robo Brain' mines the Internet to teach robots

A giant database gathered from the Internet will help robots function in the human world.

For a healthier you, let your smartphone call it in

The National Science Foundation has awarded a five-year, $3 million grant to a multidisciplinary group of Cornell researchers who are developing a device to help you track your health right in the palm of your hand.

New tool identifies therapeutic proteins in a 'snap'

Cornell chemical engineers offer a powerful new tool for direct study and subsequent engineering of enzymes involved in glycosylation.