Using the Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source, Cornell scientists have gained new insight into the underlying mechanisms of how protein structures change at low temperatures. (Dec. 14, 2011)
Architecture students went to Russia in October as part of a fall semester studio meant to inspire new ways of looking at culture, and completed projects including pavilions in Ithaca and Moscow.
Researchers report in Cell Host and Microbe how the structure of a protein allows a bacteria to interfere with the tomato plant's immune system, and cause bacterial speck disease.
After eight years of Marcellus Shale natural gas drilling in Pennsylvania, residents still have mixed feelings about it, report researchers at Cornell's Agribusiness Economic Outlook Conference, Dec. 13. (Dec. 14, 2011)
Economist Steven Kyle predicted the U.S. economy will grow at a rate of about 1-2 percent in 2012, warning his audience that Europe and China could also influence our economy next year. (Dec. 14, 2011)
Daily online deals are likely to help restaurants bring in new, loyal customers, according to a new report from the Cornell Center for Hospitality Research. (Dec. 13, 2011)
Eric Tan '14, a student in the College of Engineering, was the winner of the eighth annual Cornell Concerto competition, held Dec. 11 in Barnes Hall Auditorium.
Phil Bartels '71 and his wife Susan returned to campus to recognize the recipients of the 2012 Bartels Award for Custodial Service Excellence, as well as those who received Bartels scholarships.
New York MarketMaker links nearly 2,000 small food producers with potential buyers, matching fresh fruits and vegetables to restaurants, individuals and consumers looking for them. (Dec. 13, 2011)