Nine on faculty elected AAAS fellows

In fields ranging from evolutionary biology to plant science, nine Cornell faculty members and scientists have been named fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. (Dec. 5, 2012)

Book recounts activism, struggles of U.S. women scientists

Science historian Margaret Rossiter has just come out with the third book of her trilogy on the history of women scientists in America, focusing on their most recent efforts and contributions. (Dec. 5, 2012)

Remote sensing, microbiology used to trace foodborne pathogens

Researchers have created a method that uses algorithms, pathogen ecology and remote sensing tools to predict hot spots where foodborne pathogens may be present on farms prior to harvest. (Dec. 4, 2012)

Decoded genome paves way for better watermelons

An international consortium of scientists has published the genome sequence of watermelon, providing information that could dramatically accelerate watermelon breeding. (Nov. 27, 2012)

Cornell entomologist discovers 14 new beetles in Tahiti

Along with these new finds, James Liebherr, professor and curator of the Cornell University Insect Collection, has discovered about half of the 400 total known Mecyclothorax species. (Nov. 20, 2012)

Gates Foundation funds research to improve health in developing countries

A Cornell plant virologist, an alumna and three Weill Cornell Medical College researchers have each received grants from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation's Grand Challenges in Global Health initiative. (Nov. 14, 2012)

Study documents eating of soil, raw starch in Madagascar

A study provides the first population-level data of pica - craving and intentionally consuming nonfood substances, such as earth - in Madagascar. (Nov. 6, 2012)

Howard Evans to discuss his seminal dog anatomy book

Howard Evans, professor emeritus of veterinary and comparative anatomy, will discuss his book, 'Miller's Anatomy of the Dog,' Nov. 8 at 4 p.m. in Mann Library. (Nov. 6, 2012)

Cornell offers only U.S. salmonella dublin test for cattle

Cornell is the only institution in the country that offers a new test for salmonella dublin, which can affect cattle and endangers humans. (Oct. 31, 2012)