College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

New map of variation in maize genetics holds promise for developing new varieties

New techniques may allow breeders and researchers to use this map of genetic variation to study and improve maize varieties. (Nov. 19, 2009)

Plant physiologist, conservationist Carl Leopold dies at 89

Carl Leopold joined BTI in 1977, where he researched seed physiology and desiccation processes for 25 years. (Nov. 19, 2009)

Giant green paw print marks campus spots in quest for 'Big Red Small Green Steps'

At a follow-up to the Sept. 26 Sustainability Summit for Student Leaders, students leaders presented their sustainability accomplishments and heard from an expert who encouraged them to be creative. (Nov. 19, 2009)

Cornell Forensics Society finds new home in the ILR School

The organization, which offers students the opportunity to participate in intercollegiate speech and debate competitions, is moving from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. (Nov. 18, 2009)

Noted ornithologist and medieval philosopher named next West Campus house professor-deans

Professors Andre Dhondt and Scott MacDonald will take up new posts as house professor-deans on West campus, starting in fall 2010. (Nov. 18, 2009)

Researcher works toward making biological imaging 1,000 times faster with stimulus grant

Professor Warren Zipfel hopes to make fluorescence lifetime imaging up to 1,000 times faster and simpler to implement. (Nov. 16, 2009)

Cornell's 100-mpg car hits the road for a test-drive

Cornell's competition vehicle, vying for a share of the $10 million prize, is now being test driven. (Nov. 16, 2009)

Cornell returns collection of rare fungi to China

University delegates returned a rare collection of fungi to China Nov. 7, 70 years after it was smuggled out of the country and brought to Cornell for safekeeping. (Nov. 12, 2009)

Resonating feathers produce courtship song in rare bird, researchers report

Researchers explain a striking example of a species modifying an essential body part for the purpose of attracting a mate. (Nov. 11, 2009)