Researchers are making image sensors that give detailed readouts of not only the intensity, but also the incident angle of light as it strikes the sensor. This could lead to after-the-fact focusing. (April 2, 2012)
The planet can vibrate like a bell within periods of a few hours, and these oscillations cause gravitational tugs that in turn create the spiral patterns in Saturn's rings, Cornell astronomers said.
Your computer is acting weird? The network is down? Need a change in phone service? Beginning June 18 just call 255-5500, the new IT Service Desk, which is replacing the HelpDesk and other services.
Vice President Joel Malina issued a statement following Vice President Susan Murphy's decision responding to an appeal by Chi Psi fraternity, which had its recognition revoked May 2.
In its 14th year, the Cornell Public Service Center's Pre-Orientation Service Trips is hosting 65 new students this week; they'll do community service and get to know Ithaca - and each other. (Aug. 18, 2009)
Cornell Professors Itai Cohen, physics, and Bruce Lewenstein, science communication, discussed the excitement and challenges of the future of nanotechnology at the Science Cabaret downtown. (Sept. 16, 2011)
The growth of intercampus collaborative research and teaching between the Ithaca and New York City campuses has spurred upgrades to videoconferencing technology. (Oct. 12, 2007)
President David Skorton spoke to alumni about the accomplishments of the past year and emphasized that while science, technology and engineering are thriving on campus, so too are the social sciences, humanities and arts. (June 7, 2008)
Around 60 students, faculty, staff and administrators met Sept. 24 to develop concrete actions to address and prevent the occurrence of sexual assault, harassment and hate crimes at Cornell. (Sept. 27, 2012)
Occasional smoking, and even second-hand smoke, create biological changes that may increase the risks of lung disease and cancer, according to a new study Cornell scientists in Ithaca and at Weill Cornell. (Aug. 26, 2010)