Using a state-of-the-art technique to map neurons in the spinal cord of a larval zebrafish, Cornell scientists have found a surprising pattern of activity that regulates the speed of the fish's movement. (Feb. 27, 2007)
In its most high-profile move yet toward sustainability goals, Cornell has joined close to 80 other colleges and universities in pledging bold efforts to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases associated with global warming. (Feb. 27, 2007)
Cornell officials say David Skorton's Feb. 22 signing of the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment is only one piece of the larger picture for Cornell's sustainability goals. (Feb. 27, 2007)
Biddy Martin's presentation of the first Provost's Annual Academic State of the University address March 7 will mark another milestone in the evolving role of the Cornell provost. (Feb. 27, 2007)
Five students recently traveled to Kenya for an intense 10-day field study. They worked with two local seed companies to lay out business and marketing strategies in Kenya's competitive seed industry. (Feb. 27, 2007)
They have the grace of ballerinas, the rhythm of dancers, the teamwork of a soccer squad and the stamina of runners. Add to that the razzle-dazzle unity of the Rockettes and the Big Red spirit, and you have the Cornell Synchronized Skating Team. (Feb. 27, 2007)
The influential German architect's tenure as dean not only helped put Cornell's architecture program on the international map but also served as a catalyst for Ungers' career, said three panelists at a Feb. 22 symposium. (Feb. 27, 2007)
The Cornell Department of Theatre, Film and Dance celebrated Wasserstein's place in the American theater with a series of events, Feb. 23-25. (Feb. 27, 2007)
Some day, Assistant Professor Hod Lipson believes, every home will have a 'fabber,' a machine that replicates objects from plans supplied by a computer: Instead of buying an iPod, download the plans and the fabber will make one for you. (Feb. 26, 2007)
Film editor Thelma Schoonmaker '61 won an Academy Award Feb. 25 for 'The Departed.' It was her third Oscar win and sixth nomination for her work on the films of director Martin Scorsese. (Feb. 26, 2007)