SOFIA airborne observatory's debut science flight exceeds expectations

After more than a decade of planning, NASA's SOFIA airborne observatory completed its first three science flights Nov. 30, Dec. 3 and Dec. 7, carrying the Cornell-built FORCAST infrared camera. (Dec. 9, 2010)

Vibrating nanorods measure thin films for microcircuits

Researchers at Cornell and Tel Aviv University have developed a new tool for nanofabricators to test the physical properties of thin films. (Dec. 9, 2010)

Platinum-coated nanoparticles could power fuel cell cars

Cornell researchers have developed a novel way to synthesize a fuel cell electrocatalytic material without breaking the bank. (Dec. 8, 2010)

Geotagging reveals not only where you are, but also people you might know

Cornell researchers found that as few as three 'co-locations' on a photo-sharing site could predict that two people were socially connected. The results have implications for online privacy. (Dec. 8, 2010)

CCTEC celebrates banner year in 2009-10

With its largest number of spinoff businesses launched to date, the Cornell Center for Technology, Enterprise and Commercialization had its most successful year in FY 2010. (Dec. 8, 2010)

Book on networks provides six degrees of explanation

'Networks, Crowds and Markets' by two Cornell professors shows how the social, economic and technological worlds are interconnected. (Dec. 8, 2010)

Hospitality experts ponder profit and sustainability

Hospitality leaders discussed how their industry can be more sustainable without compromising profits, Nov. 16 in New York City, at an event organized by the Cornell Center for Hospitality Research. (Dec. 8, 2010)

Student engineers devise ways to soundproof local nonprofit

Students enrolled in Professional Practice in Mechanical Engineering have spent the semester working with the Child Development Council to find a cost-effective solution for soundproofing. (Dec. 7, 2010)

Terzian honored for excellence in teaching

Astronomy professor Yervant Terzian received the Summum Bonum award for teaching excellence from Crestron Electronics Inc. in a ceremony in the Space Sciences Building Dec. 3.