Seminar to honor biophysicist George Hess April 18

For 55 years, biophysicist George Hess has been teaching, running a research lab and mentoring students. On April 18, colleagues will celebrate his work and career with an academic seminar. (April 9, 2012)

New app signals that endangered whales are nearby

The free app, called Whale Alert, provides key information intended to reduce the risk of ships hitting endangered right whales. (April 4, 2012)

Two students named Goldwater scholars

Julian Homburger '13 and Adam Izraelevitz '13 are among this year's recipients of Barry M. Goldwater Scholarships, which support college students intent on careers in science, math or engineering. (April 3, 2012)

Bird ranges shift northward, but not as fast as climate

It takes about 35 years for North American birds to catch up to climate change and change their habitats, according to a new study. (March 27, 2012)

New alfalfa variety could be big boost to dairy industry

Dairy farmers could see a boost in milk production, thanks to a new alfalfa variety to be released by Cornell's world-class plant breeders. (March 27, 2012)

Warmer summers could cause trout populations to dwindle

New research shows that warmer summer temperatures could cause trout populations in New York state to dwindle. (March 26, 2012)

New method of bacterial cell engineering can produce better, cheaper drug therapies

By introducing bottom-up carbohydrate engineering into common bacterial cells, Cornell researchers have discovered a way to make therapeutic protein drugs cheaper and safer. (March 26, 2012)

'Wee Stinky' corpse flower draws thousands to Cornell

The stinky bloom of a rare corpse plant attracts thousands to Cornell as the university opened its greenhouse doors to the public and live-streamed the event through two separate feeds. (March 21, 2012)

Of mice and men: House mice used to track human migration

A new study finds that the mice who accompanied humans in their dispersal across Earth prove to be an ideal way to document human migration. (March 19, 2012)