News Archive for February 2012
Robot assembles truss structures autonomously
The prototype robot can autonomously traverse and manipulate a 3-D truss structure, using specially designed gears and joints to assemble and disassemble the structure as it climbs. read more
Robotic gripper can now throw things
The Cornell-developed robotic gripper that already boasts Internet fame and imitation has evolved: Now, it can throw things by using air pressure to launch objects forward. read more
Engineering graduate student Dong Quan Hao dies
President David Skorton issued a message of condolence to the Cornell community following the death of Dong Quan Hao on Feb. 21. read more
CU-ADVANCE celebrates major accomplishments
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. read more
Three faculty receive 2012 Sloan Fellowships
William Dichtel, Nate Foster and Noah Snavely are among 126 researchers selected from 51 colleges and universities across the United States and Canada to receive Sloan Research Fellowships for 2012. read more
Cornell launches rocket to study northern lights
A NASA-funded collaborative research team led by Cornell engineers launched a rocket Feb. 18 from Alaska's Poker Flat Research Range to collect data straight from the heart of the aurora borealis. read more
Ingested nanoparticles could be harmful to health
Billions of engineered nanoparticles in foods and pharmaceuticals are ingested by humans daily, and new Cornell research warns they may be more harmful to health than previously thought. read more
Top leadership team named for NYC tech campus
Dan Huttenlocher has been named Cornell vice provost and dean of the NYC tech campus; Cathy Dove has been named vice president; and Technion's Craig Gotsman will lead the Technion-Cornell Innovation... read more
Computer science faculty, students reap awards
Faculty and students in computing and information science have been racking up awards and honors for their 'extraordinary accomplishments.' read more
Life science incubator welcomes first client
A Feb. 9 celebration marked the opening of Cornell's McGovern Family Center for Venture Development, and the arrival of its first client, Glycobia Inc. read more
Frequently asked questions about NYC tech campus
CornellNYC Tech - home of the Technion-Cornell Innovation Institute is generating interest - and questions - from around the community. The Chronicle will periodically run answers to frequently asked... read more
Forum addresses questions about CornellNYC Tech
On Feb. 3, leaders of the CornellNYC Tech initiative held an open forum to answer questions, provide updates and reiterate the transformative nature of the project for Cornell as a whole. read more
Business leaders advise students on careers
A panel of New York City startup executives spoke to Cornell students Feb. 1 to advise on the pros and cons of working for new or established companies. read more
