Peter Eisenman, world-renowned architect and 1955 graduate of Cornell's College of Architecture, Art and Planning, will deliver this year's Preston Thomas Memorial Lectures at Cornell.
Cornell researchers have discovered a molecule that can essentially starve cancer cells of an animo acid they need for growth. The finding may lead to a new class of cancer-fighting drugs. (Sept. 16, 2010)
Warm anecdotes of the Johnson family's long and inspiring engagement with Cornell set the tone of a "thank you" event Jan. 31, celebrating the recent $150 million gift from Fisk Johnson and SC Johnson.
Michael I. Kotlikoff discusses his role as the university's chief academic officer, the strategic planning process he will lead for Cornell and how his experience as a dean has prepared him for this job.
Jonathan Lunine, the David C. Duncan Professor in the Physical Sciences, has been tapped to help decide whether, when and why Americans will next fly in outer space. (Nov. 7, 2012)
The team is exploring computational aspects of how to manage the changing electrical grid, or so-called 'smart grid,' which is evolving from a growing need to integrate renewable energy systems. (Sept. 23, 2011)
Twenty million additional books will be accessible to Cornell students and faculty through the Cornell University Library's Borrow Direct book request and delivery system. (Jan. 31, 2011)
Wendy Wolford, Cornell’s vice provost for international affairs and the Robert A. and Ruth E. Polson Professor of Global Development, discusses her background, interdisciplinary approach, the university’s support for students and faculty in international work, the Global Grand Challenge, the new Cornell China Center and more.