A new study of shark DNA reveals unique modifications in their immunity genes that may underlie these ocean predators' rapid wound healing and possibly higher resistance to cancers.
Biology major James Eaglesham '15 is heading to Cambridge University as the Cornell’s newest Churchill scholar. He is one of 14 students nationwide to receive this honor and Cornell’s 21st Churchill scholar since 1975.
It’s possible to predict the fragrance of a flower by looking at its color, according to a study of species on the Greek island of Lesbos that included Cornell professor Robert Raguso.
An innovative method that uses human embryonic stem cells to model type 2 diabetes caused by genetic mutations may enable researchers to identify drugs that could treat the disease.
The Cornell equestrian team is holding a 20th birthday bash for Clifford, one of the team's favorite warmblood horses, May 14. The event is open to the public.
Boyce Thompson Institute professor Maria Harrison is the 2015 winner of the Dennis R. Hoagland Award for her research into the symbiotic relationship between plant roots and fungi.
While most industrial grain crops are annuals that must be replanted every year, a new perennial grain called Kernza has hit the markets with growing interest from restaurants, bakeries and brewers.