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Jacobs Institute a 'sandbox' for innovation

A panel at Cornell Tech May 6 included the outlining of the vision for the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Technion-Cornell Innovation Institute by its new director, Adam Shwartz.

Thomas Seeley waxes poetic on bees

Biologist Thomas Seeley read passages from his book 'Honeybee Democracy' at a Literary Luncheon hosted by President David Skorton and Robin Davisson, who, with Seeley's help, recently took up beekeeping.

Things to Do, May 9-16

Events this week include activities at Cornell Plantations, an MFA student reading, a "Frozen" sing-along at Cornell Cinema, student exhibitions and Michael Jerling on "Bound for Glory."

Tiffany named NYC cooperative extension director

Jennifer Tiffany, Ph.D. ’04, is the new executive director of the Cornell University Cooperative Extension of New York City.

In a superconductor, everything happens at once

Observations of a high-temperature superconductor show a "critical point" where significant changes occur.

Cheers to better beer foam!

Cornell food science research reveals the secret to a foamy head on beer: plenty of lipid transfer protein No. 1.

Overcoming tofu fear, living the life of soy

Dispelling myths about unfamiliar foods is key to wider use, according to a recent study by Cornell behavioral scientists.

Study: Weather patterns aid small birds’ migrations

A new study shows how songbirds migrate thousands of miles using elliptical routes that take advantage of prevailing wind patterns.

Games from retro to iPhone at May 16 showcase

Play new computer games created by students at the Game Design Initiative at Cornell annual showcase May 16.

Economics focuses on undergraduate experience

The Department of Economics has hired an undergraduate student experience coordinator and created a new undergraduate economics lounge. The changes will improve connections between more than 500 undergraduate majors.

Volunteer for Graduation Weekend, May 24-25

Volunteers are needed for the Senior Convocation and Ph.D. hooding ceremonies, May 24, and Commencement, May 25. Contact the Commencement Office with questions.

Donate to Dump and Run to benefit Ithaca charities



Campus Life's 11th annual spring Dump and Run collection will accept donations of clothing, furniture, nonperishable food and other useful items between May 12 and June 1.