Using the genetic variation found in wild and exotic rice, researchers are providing breeders with the tools and knowledge to develop new varieties, a Cornell researcher reported at the AAAS meeting. (Feb. 21, 2011)
Powerful genome sequencing tools can now help researchers exploit the genetic diversity of crops to improve productivity, sustainability and nutrition, a Cornell researcher reported at the annual AAAS meeting. (Feb. 21, 2011)
NASA astrophysicist John Mather covered nearly 20 billion years of the past and future of the universe in his Feb. 16 public talk in Schwartz Auditorium. (Feb. 21, 2011)
W. Keith Kennedy, provost emeritus, professor emeritus at Cornell and former dean of Cornell's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, died Feb. 18 at age 92. (Feb. 21, 2011)
An 18-month project in Argentina, Mexico and Colombia has helped researchers better understand what community program features best help marginalized youth and young adults transition into adulthood. (Feb. 18, 2011)
Despite the phased closure of the Department of Education, students will continue to be able to pursue teacher certifications in agricultural science, earth science, biology, chemistry and physics. (Feb. 18, 2011)
Joe Veverka, professor of astronomy and principal investigator for NASA's Stardust-NExT mission, said the spacecraft-comet rendezvous met each of the mission's objectives. (Feb. 18, 2011)
Four Cornell undergraduates will showcase their scholarly articles at the American Association for the Advancement of Science meeting, Feb. 17-21 in Washington, D.C. (Feb. 18, 2011)
As part of Black History Month, a veterinary student looks back to learn more about the first black veterinarians in the United States who were educated at Cornell. (Feb. 18, 2011)
Don Rakow, director of Cornell Plantations, has co-authored the first textbook on managing public gardens. 'Public Garden Management' is intended for students, visionaries and staff at public gardens. (Feb. 17, 2011)
Election materials are now available for staff members interested in running for the Employee Assembly. The EA is increasing its membership size from 13 to 19 representatives. Voting runs April 11-22. (Feb. 17, 2011)
