Like a fish paddles its pectoral fins to swim through water, flying insects use the same physics laws to 'paddle' through the air, say Cornell physicists. (May 2, 2011)
Professor Paul McEuen talks about pushing nanoscience at Cornell to the next level, the challenge of recruiting midcareer faculty who bridge disciplines and the importance of asking, “What if?”
By understanding how molecules change under pressure, researchers have taken a step toward creating exceptionally strong, durable materials. (Oct. 20, 2010)
Cornell researchers have identified a mating mechanism that possibly could be adapted to prevent female mosquitoes from spreading the viruses that cause dengue fever.
Researchers in Ithaca and Weill Cornell Medical College are pushing the limits of multiphoton microscopy by shrinking the microscopes so they can be inserted safely into a patient's body. (Oct. 17, 2011)
Cornell scientists have invented a new method that uses manure and other farm byproducts to remove a toxic substance from biogas, a renewable energy source derived from animal waste. (Dec. 4, 2008)
Supported by federal stimulus funds, an interdisciplinary research group is creating computer simulation software that would allow architects to employ sustainable design principles from day one. (Sept. 29, 2010)
Photonics pioneer Michal Lipson, associate professor of electrical and computer engineering, is named one of 23 MacArthur Fellows for 2010 by the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation.
On March 3, 40 student-developed digital technology projects were on display in Duffield Hall at the annual Bits on Our Minds exhibition. Some won awards from corporate sponsors. (March 5, 2010)