NEW YORK (June 8, 2005) -- Each year, thousands of children from orphanages abroad are adopted by families in the United States. Yet the long-term impact of the early experiences of these children is unknown. Researchers at the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center are currently conducting a study that employs tools -- including computer games used in conjunction with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans -- to better understand the cognitive and emotional development of these children, as well as their unique experiences.
A Cornell-led international team of researchers has developed a way to harden natural calcite by a factor of two or more through the addition of amino acids aspartic acid and glycine.
The Campus Savings and Efficiencies Committee says that improving efficiency in e-SHOP as well as in printing and energy use will be among the university's first cost-saving efforts. (Feb. 16, 2009)
Richard 'Brian' How, M.S. '49, Ph.D. '56, professor emeritus of agricultural economics at Cornell, died June 26 at his home in Ithaca at age 93. (June 28, 2012)
With the CU-ADVANCE Center's five-year grant period drawn to a close, its leaders point to the many ways its goals have been met, but also what more needs to be done.
American children typically spend between one and three hours a day at a computer, putting them at high risk for wrist, neck and back problems, says a Cornell University ergonomist. The problem is their sitting position.
Events on campus July 16-30 include free concerts on the Arts Quad and at the Schwartz Center, lectures at Statler auditorium, outdoor movies and MacBeth performances, a SEED event and museum offerings. (July 15, 2010)