'Spoofed' GPS signals can be countered, researchers show

GPS researchers got to test their latest protections against GPS spoofing during a Department of Homeland Security-sponsored demonstration last month in a remote area of New Mexico. (July 23, 2012)

Impact of nanotechnology heard globally at online briefing

Some of Cornell's leading nanoscience researchers expounded on the promises and challenges of their fields during a mostly virtual online briefing for journalists July 20.

Laboratory of Plasma Studies receives $11M renewal

Cornell's Center for Pulsed Power Driven High Energy Density Plasmas, under the auspices of the Laboratory for Plasma Studies, has received a five-year, $11 million renewal grant.

July heat wave set longevity records across Northeast

July's recent heat wave broke records for longevity and came close to all-time temperature highs in several major cities, says climatologist Jessica Rennells.

Natural gas is much-needed tool in battle to slow global warming

Natural gas as an energy source is a smart move in the battle against global climate change, says Cornell's Lawrence M. Cathles.

Solid-state terahertz devices could scan for cancer

Researchers have developed a new method of generating terahertz signals on an inexpensive silicon chip for medical imaging, security scanning and wireless data transfer.

Nanoscience facility celebrates 35 years with July 19 event

On July 19, CNF will celebrate its storied history of cutting-edge nanoscience research and discovery at its 35th anniversary and annual meeting.

CUAir takes second place at international competition

CUAir Team, took second place at the 2012 Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International's Student Unmanned Air Systems competition.

Rachel Bean shares Gruber prize in cosmology

Rachel Bean, associate professor of astronomy, is a co-recipient of the 2012 Gruber Cosmology Prize for her work on the Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe (WMAP) team.