New Lyme disease test for horses and dogs will help improve treatment

Cornell has developed a new test for Lyme disease in horses and dogs that pinpoints the time of infection, which will result in earlier intervention and more effective treatment.

Doug Antczak '69 entertains alumni with (some true!) tales of hybrids and chimeras

Cornell Professor Doug Antczak '69 discussed hybrids and chimeras, real and imagined, and how some myths are coming closer to reality with the help of modern science, June 9 during Reunion.

Ph.D. student lands three fellowships in three months to combat nerve disorders

Ph.D. candidate Christopher Blackwood has garnered three fellowships in three months to support his research in neurodegenerative disorders, which disproportionately affect minority communities. (June 7, 2011)

Janna Lamey and Nianne VanFleet receive awards for dedicated service

Two staff members, one from the College of Veterinary Medicine and one from Gannett Health Services, were recognized recently for their excellence with a George Peter Award for Dedicated Service. (June 2, 2011)

President welcomes new grads to global Cornell family

President David Skorton delivered Cornell's 143rd commencement May 29, welcoming about 6,000 new graduates to the global Cornell family. (May 29, 2011)

'Ironman' veterinarian bridges gap between Japanese and U.S. veterinary worlds

Koji Yasuda, B.S. '05, M.S. '07, DVM '11, has founded a program to bring Japanese veterinary students to the United States to share clinical perspectives. (May 26, 2011)

CU begins operating Rotoclave for treating medical waste

A new Rotoclave (rotating autoclave) at Cornell's Waste Management Facility promises to dispose of the university's medical wastes in a safe, environmentally friendly manner, while saving energy. (May 26, 2011)

Giuliani to help CU celebrate 143rd Graduation Weekend

Cornell celebrates its 143rd Graduation Weekend, May 28-29. Rudolph Giuliani will give the Senior Convocation Address May 28, and President David Skorton will deliver the Commencement Address May 29. (May 23, 2011)

New facilities management system promises better, more economical service

The Division of Facilities Services has launched Zone 1, the first of what will be four zones in a new, coordinated management system. (May 5, 2011)