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Microalgae could play key role in relieving climate warming

Marine microalgae may play a crucial role in mitigating atmospheric greenhouse gas, reducing carbon dioxide from commercial agriculture and steadying the global climate, according to Cornell research.

Brain changes in older adults increase risk for scams

For the first time, researchers have identified a biological basis for financial exploitation in older adults. Nathan Spreng, assistant professor of human development in the College of Human Ecology, led the effort.

Grad student presents at UN panel on status of women

Anamika Goyal spoke on a panel at the 61st session of the Commission on the Status of Women March 13-14, an annual gathering of global leaders focusing on the status of rights of women and girls.

Rawlings reveals plan for new off-campus housing rating system

Interim President Hunter Rawlings announced March 28 that Cornell is planning to add a new, safety-focused online ratings system for all off-campus housing properties to the existing off-campus housing online database.

Undergraduate poetry review eschews literary exclusivity

In the two years since its founding in the summer of 2015, Marginalia, an undergraduate poetry review society, has produced four issues and drawn together undergraduates from all majors and colleges with a shared passion for poetry.

Milton Zaitlin, pioneer of plant virology, dies at 89

Milton Zaitlin, professor emeritus of plant pathology and an influential pioneer of plant virology research, died Oct. 11, 2016, in Ithaca, New York. He was 89.

Hunter and Elizabeth Rawlings feted at Greek-themed dinner

The third time was indeed the charm for Interim President Hunter Rawlings and his wife, Elizabeth Trapnell Rawlings, who were feted with a celebratory reception and dinner March 23 by the Cornell Board of Trustees.

Gift funds advocate position to support student veterans

The Adelphic Cornell Educational Fund has committed $200,000 to enhance the Cornell experience for student veterans. The gift will support a new veterans advocate position to serve as a point of contact for all student veterans.

Gingrich delivers talk on global role of U.S. to packed house

Former Republican Congressman and House speaker Newt Gingrich addressed approximately 600 people in Call Auditorium on March 22 on 'America's Role in the World Under President Trump.'

André Jagendorf, pioneering plant biologist, dies at 90

Andre Tridon Jagendorf, the Liberty Hyde Bailey Professor Emeritus in the Plant Biology Section of the School of Integrative Plant Science, died March 13 in Ithaca, New York. He was 90.

Women's revolt transformed Nigeria, says historian

New research by Judith Byfield, associate professor of history, offers a different lens through which to understand women's political history in post-World War II Nigeria.

Things to Do, March 24-31, 2017

Events on campus this week include the Cornell Business Impact Symposium, music at the Johnson Museum, Moshe Vardi on robotics and automation, photographer Rosamond Purcell, comedy and a rap concert.