Villarejo says TV distorts our perception of time

When is an hour not 60 minutes long? When it's an hour of television, Amy Villarejo quipped in a July 9 lecture that illuminated the impact television viewing has on our perceptions of time. (July 25, 2012)

Presence of certain foods can prompt kids to make better food choices

A study suggests that the presence of green beans and bananas on the school lunch line inspired children to eat healthy foods, while applesauce and fruit cocktail sent them to seek out sugary snacks. (July 24, 2012)

Sharing meals with an old flame can provoke jealousy

Two studies find that romantic partners tend to perceive that if their partner shares food with someone else, it could lead to shared intimacy with them.

Economists ponder future of economy at NYC alumni event

Two economists, who pondered the future of the U.S. economy July 10 in New York City, agreed that a more powerful stimulus is needed.

Six-member crew selected for Mars food mission

Researchers at the University of Hawaii and Cornell have selected a crew of six for a four-month simulated Mars mission to test food and food preparation strategies.

Inequality expert Weeden to direct Institute for the Social Sciences

Inequality expert Kim Weeden, professor of sociology, will succeed the current director, Kenneth Roberts, professor of government, in January 2013.

Wolford takes over as associate director at Atkinson Center

Wendy Wolford succeeds Chris Barrett as associate director of the Atkinson Center.

Apps put the power of data in hands of New York schools

A new set of simple Web and iPad applications from Cornell gives New York state school districts access to data to create projects for decision making. (June 27, 2012)

Painful memory? Think about a loved one, study says

After recalling an upsetting event, thinking about your mother or romantic partner can make you feel better and reduce your negative thinking, according to a new Cornell study. (June 25, 2012)