Cornell students designed winter boots that improve circulation and a jacket with built-in headphones for people in wheelchairs, among other products as part of a textiles course. (Dec. 7, 2009)
Cornell scientists and alumni are part of a participatory plant breeding movement that seeks to produce organically gown seeds for crops appropriate to local climate conditions.
Cornell and Auburn University researchers report that they can improve the sniffing abilities of detection dogs by adding fat and reducing protein in the dogs' diets.
Philosopher Kwame Anthony Appiah, this year's Olin lecturer, stressed how the use of honor - and shame - could be a trigger for social and societal change. (Sept. 26, 2011)
At the 'Lines of Control' March 3-4 symposium, speakers discussed how the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art exhibit by the same name addresses issues related to countries being partitioned. (March 6, 2012)
This year's Big Red Relief, an annual benefit concert, earned $4,350; proceeds will go to Action Against Hunger, a nongovernmental organization. (March 3, 2009)
Community college presidents, administrators, faculty and trustees will meet Aug. 9-11 to discuss the future of higher education accreditation, legislated performance measures and the assessment of learning outcomes.
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More than 100 events, including receptions, speeches, presentations, entertainment and outdoor activities, will greet new first-year and transfer students during Orientation Week, Aug. 23-27.
Four Cornellians are featured on the cover of the latest Fast Company magazine for their role in a growing movement at top U.S. universities to apply design knowledge to address community needs. (Sept. 20, 2011)