Mouse urine reveals mechanism for individual scents

A new study of mice and their urine reveals how mixing and matching combinations and relative amounts of scent chemicals leads to each individual’s unique perfume.

Female gene changes post-sex may lead to mosquito controls

Genetic cues from male mosquitoes passed on during sex affect which genes are turned on or off in females post-mating, offering clues for controlling mosquitoes that carry diseases.

Two women faculty receive inaugural Schwartz awards

Two researchers have received inaugural awards from the Schwartz Research Fund for Women in the Life Sciences, endowed by Joan Poyner Schwartz ’65 and Ronald H. Schwartz ’65.

Dean Boor addresses future of agriculture at USDA event

CALS Dean Kathryn Boor was part of a panel discussion at the United States Department of Agriculture’s 92nd Annual Agricultural Outlook Forum on Feb. 25.

Study explores new tool for genome editing

A new study breaks down key mechanisms that may one day be used to correct genetic disorders.

Randy red-backed fairy-wrens' duets reduce cuckoldry

New research on Australian red-backed fairy-wrens finds that when birds sing with their mates, their partner strays less.

Students engage in FAO biotech policy talks from Ithaca

Policy recommendations by 25 Cornell students were delivered to policymakers at the Food and Agriculture Organization's International AgriBiotech Symposium in Rome via webinar from the Ithaca campus.

Two on faculty receive Presidential Early Career awards

Two faculty members received a Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers, the highest honor bestowed by the U.S. government on young science and engineering professionals.

BTI name change reflects scope of discoveries, mission

An institute located on the Cornell campus is shortening its name from "Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant Research" to "Boyce Thompson Institute," reflecting that its discoveries go beyond plants.