A poem is 'one of the most nuanced of the arts in expressing what is human,' said Abrams, who shared some of his deep understanding and love of poetry in a public lecture July 16 on campus. (July 17, 2008)
Cornell Information Technologies has been working hard to confirm the cause of the system failure and to strengthen its response to any future disruptions in e-mail service. A final report will be issued July 31.
The course, held at the International Rice Research Institute in the Philippines, seeks to encourage bright, young scientists to consider careers bridging research with applications in developing nations. (July 17, 2008)
Cornell neurobiologist Andrew Bass found that the neural network behind sound production in vertebrates can be traced back to an era long before the first animals ventured onto land. (July 17, 2008)
Frank Schroeder, assistant professor at the Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant Research at Cornell, is a recipient of the 2008 DuPont Young Professor grant for his research. (July 17, 2008)
The 10th Annual Staff Educational Exploration Day, July 16, offered Cornell staff information on the multitude of ways of they could pursue educational opportunities. (July 17, 2008)
Rosa A. Clemente, who received a master of professional studies degree from Cornell in 2002, has been named the 2008 vice presidential candidate by the Green Party. Her running mate is Cynthia McKinney. (July 16, 2008)
Paul Curtis, associate professor of natural resources, received the award from the Northeast Extension Directors for his contributions to the Internet Center for Wildlife Damage Management. (July 16, 2008)
When it comes to chowing down at all-you-can-eat Chinese buffets, thinner people do it differently, finds a new Cornell study. They tend to browse and chew more, use chopsticks and smaller plates. (July 14, 2008)
