How evergreen trees shaped human history

Professor Trent Preszler's new book chronicles the myriad ways evergreens have played a transformative role in human history.

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Elaine Petro, assistant professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering in Cornell Engineering and her Cornell collaborators have been using 3D printing to custom-build high-efficiency, low-cost electric rockets that, combined with novel propellants, will keep small satellites in low Earth orbit.

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One Small Step for Periods in Space, One Giant Leap for Research in Long-term Space Missions

Cornell astronomy researcher Ligia F. Coelho led the AstroCup mission, testing menstrual cups for astronauts who menstruate.

The Washington Post

Why This Vegan Environmentalist Thinks Meat Is the Future

Mario Herrero, director of Cornell University’s Food Systems and Global Change research group, discusses the environmental footprint and dietary shifts related to alternative proteins.

CNN

‘Darkest Fabric Ever Made’ Is Inspired by a Bird of Paradise

Larissa Shepherd, an assistant professor in Cornell University's Department of Human Centered Design, led the development of Ultrablack Wool, with graduate students Hansadi Jayamaha and Kyuin Park also contributing to the project.

The New York Times

Turkey’s Largest City Is Threatened by a Lurking Earthquake

Judith Hubbard, a Cornell University earthquake scientist, comments on the likely humanitarian impact of a major earthquake striking near Istanbul.

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All Access with Linsey Davis: Future of Higher Education

Michael Kotlikoff, president of Cornell University, is a panelist in a round-table discussion about the future of higher education.

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New York City Congestion Fee Cuts Pollution by 22% in Toll Area

Oliver Gao, director of Cornell’s Center for Transportation, Environment and Community Health, led an analysis on the impact of New York City’s congestion pricing initiative.

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