A group of Cornell graduate students has formed a consulting firm to find ways to relocate a camp of earthquake survivors to a better site and secure permanent new housing opportunities. (March 18, 2010)
President Skorton and CALS Dean Susan Henry made their annual visit to the New York State Fair Aug. 27, where they toured Cornell's solar house and met with Gov. David Paterson and young 4-H members. (Aug. 28, 2009)
The interior design field now has a language of its own, thanks to Professor Jan Jennings, who has spearheaded an online database for contemporary design that includes a new vocabulary. (Aug. 26, 2009)
Researchers have modified nanoparticles known as 'Cornell dots' to make the world's smallest laser - so small it could be incorporated into microchips to serve as a light source for photonic circuits. (Aug. 17, 2009)
A newly launched insurance program designed by Cornell postdoctoral researcher Sommarat Chantarat and colleagues could help herders in northern Kenya climb out of poverty. (March 2, 2010)
Building on its existing strengths, coordinating resources and making additional investments will help Cornell enhance and solidify its status as a top school for international studies and engagement, says a new report.
Cornell University Librarian Anne Kenney discusses the challenges facing the library and how she will rely on faculty to move forward in economically trying times. (Feb. 25, 2010)
A new $4.6 million study led by nutritionist Christine Olson will assess how effective text messages and e-mails are in preventing pregnant women from gaining too much weight. (Feb. 16, 2010)
This is the first of a regular column following the progress of The Campaign for Cornell, the five-year, $4 billion universitywide fund-raising effort announced in October.