Window over mouse spinal cord allows imaging to aid trauma therapy

A study describes an imaging technique that allows researchers to observe a live mouse's spinal cord continuously over time to gain understanding for treating spinal injuries. (Jan. 24, 2012)

New method connects proteins with mutations that lead to genetic disease

For the first time, a new computational method allows researchers to identify which specific molecular mechanisms are altered by genetic mutations in proteins that lead to disease. (Jan. 18, 2012)

Study: Tomato, wine byproducts in filters could make cigarettes less toxic

Though quitting smoking is still best, Cornell researchers have found a way to make cigarettes less toxic. (Jan. 9, 2012)

Kids prefer lots of choices and colors on their plates

How you plate food for kids matters, reports a study in Acta Paediatrica. Children are most attracted to food plates with seven different items and six colors; adults prefer only three of each. (Jan. 5, 2012)

Researchers discover a compound that controls Listeria

Cornell researchers have identified a compound called fluoro-phenyl-styrene-sulfonamide that is safe for mammals but stops Listeria in its tracks. (Jan. 3, 2012)

Project to make it easier for hard-of-hearing students in STEM fields

Cyberinfrastructure will provide remote captioning, mentoring and tutoring for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in science and technology fields. (Dec. 21, 2011)

Qatar pre-med students debate teams in Ithaca, NYC

Four Weill Cornell Medical College-Qatar premedical students and a faculty adviser debated with teams in Vermont, Ithaca and New York City on a trip Nov. 4-11. (Dec. 21, 2011)

'Game-changing' tech campus goes to Cornell, Technion

The news was met with cheers from supporters on two continents. After months of negotiations, Cornell and Technion's proposal was announced the winner of a bid to build a groundbreaking campus in New York City.

Cornell wins NYC Tech Campus bid

Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Cornell President David Skorton and Technion President Peretz Lavie today announced a historic partnership to build an applied science and engineering campus on Roosevelt Island in New York City.