Cornell Expert Quotes
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"As Trump showed, even negative buzz is good, especially for front runners, because it can suck attention away from challengers (remember during GOP debate when he talked about his ‘hands’)."
Drew Margolin
Assistant Professor
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“Just as online harassment can take many forms, it requires multi-pronged solutions that include design approaches, social media literacy, and policies curbing cyberbullying.”
Media:
Jeff Tyson
jeff.tyson@cornell.edu
(607) 793-5769
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“With our hot and dry summer, it was looking like an average year at best for fall foliage, but the September forecast is looking great for anthocyanin production, the pigment responsible for red and purple colors. If sunny days and cool nights continue, we should see gorgeous reds and purples in maples, cherries, tupelos, and red oaks.”
Media:
Lindsey Hadlock
lmh267@cornell.edu
607-269-6911
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New York leaf peepers can expect an average fall foliage (09/14/20)
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“I expect this year's fall foliage to be average compared to past years. The warmer weather and relatively dry season we've had are not ideal for optimal colors. However, the forecast looking forward appears to have sunny days and cool nights, which will help to maximize leaf sugar production and keep it locked in the leaf resulting in the potential for more vibrant colors."
Media:
Lindsey Hadlock
lmh267@cornell.edu
607-269-6911
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New York leaf peepers can expect an average fall foliage (09/14/20)
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“The spotted lanternfly does not bite or sting and is not a threat to people or pets. Large numbers of SLF, while not dangerous to humans or animals, can create a mess when they feed by excreting honeydew on surfaces in backyards, parks, on cars and places where people are active. Sugary honeydew attracts ants and yellowjackets and is a base for the growth of unsightly sooty mold.”
Media:
Lindsey Hadlock
lmh267@cornell.edu
607-269-6911
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“The spotted lanternfly can be a nuisance in high numbers, and they can cause damage to some plants. In New York state we are especially concerned about our vineyards since they like to feed on grapevines. The spotted lanternfly may cause significant damage to vineyards and hop yards. In addition, the increased insecticide treatments necessary to manage this pest drives up costs.”
Media:
Lindsey Hadlock
lmh267@cornell.edu
607-269-6911
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“Living in such unusual times has encouraged many folks to discover or rediscover their passion for growing their own food. There is a great sense of security and pride that comes with providing for your family and a large space isn’t necessary to enjoy the beauty and bounty of a garden. There are many great ways to use your small space and containers so that you have a successful year.”
Media:
Lindsey Hadlock
lmh267@cornell.edu
607-269-6911
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Nurture seeds, wellbeing: Tips for gardening during a crisis (04/30/20)
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“Here's what you need to start a vegetable garden: a sunny, outdoor space, preferably with at least 4 hours of direct sun, easy access to water to irrigate and somewhere to plant a garden bed or container.”
Media:
Lindsey Hadlock
lmh267@cornell.edu
607-269-6911
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“With our latest mild winter, ticks have been active in much of the region on warmer days all winter long. It is too early to know what population trends we will see in 2020, but we can count on there being just as many or more ticks than last year as ticks are expanding their geographic rage into colder regions.”
Media:
Lindsey Hadlock
lmh267@cornell.edu
607-269-6911
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Ticks aren’t social distancing: Here’s how to protect yourself (04/24/20)
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“Look for ticks all over your body and even on your back, neck and hairline. If you find a tick, remove it carefully with sharp tweezers by grasping the tick as close to where it is attached to the skin as possible and pulling. Once you are back inside, remove your clothing and place it in a hot dryer for at least 20 minutes, if possible. Ticks are vulnerable to drying out and the combination of dry heat will kill them. If you cannot place your clothing in a dryer right away, you can place it in a sealed garbage bag for later drying. This is also a good time to take a shower and perform a tick check.”
Media:
Lindsey Hadlock
lmh267@cornell.edu
607-269-6911
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Ticks aren’t social distancing: Here’s how to protect yourself (04/24/20)
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“Cash payments will only partially compensate farms for the difference between the revenues they would likely have received in 2020 and what they actually received, but the amounts will still be significant. Smaller scale farmers will receive proportionately larger subsidies than large producers. The payments will provide short term assistance to replace lost revenue, but they don’t address the underlying problem, which primarily is massive demand destruction.”
Media:
Lindsey Hadlock
lmh267@cornell.edu
607-269-6911
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