Projects 1 – 10 of 151
- "Saranac" A new Cornell wheat variety with improved grain yield and disease resistance
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2008 project
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The Cornell Small Grains Breeding and Genetics Project has released a new soft white winter wheat variety called Saranac with exceptionally high grain yield, grain quality, and disease resistance. This variety is moderately resistant to fusarium...
- A mutational analysis of a complex gene in Drosophila melanogaster
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2007 project
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We are investigating whether the process of genetic recombination induces or is associated with new mutations.
- Aerator Incorporation of Manure
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2005 – 2010 project
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Manure is a great source of nutrients. However, if applied on the surface and not incorporated, a large portion of the nitrogen (N) is lost to the air and runoff problems can arise. To conserve manure N, manure needs to be mixed with the soil...
- Analysis of community attitudes toward elements of Cornell University's Climate Action Plan
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2008 – 2010 project
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The purpose of this research is to learn more about the thoughts and attitudes of Tompkins County residents about some of the proposed strategies of Cornell's Climate Action Plan, as well as some their general views about their community and Cornell.
- Answering questions about apple tree architecture
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2007 project
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A unique apple tree discovered in the Cornell apple breeding program was used in crosses to study genes influencing tree vigor and architecture. The use of plants with a distinctive appearance has been a traditional way to study genes with a major...
- Better annuals and perennials for northern gardens
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2000 project
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Greenhouse producers and garden center owners need accurate and timely information on performance of annual and perennial plants. Many plants are introduced to the market each year, but few undergo rigorous evaluation as to their suitability for...
- Biofuels Project
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New York State land owners; Engagement: identify potentially productive sites for biofuel production
- Biological control and etiology of apple replant disease
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2007 project
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Apple replant disease occurs worldwide and was previously controlled by methyl bromide soil fumigation. We continue to evaluate non-chemical methods for controlling this serious disease problem, and studying the microbial bases for its causation and...
- Biological effects of supplemental forms of vitamin E
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2007 project
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An evaluation of biological effects of different forms of vitamin E.
- Biology of mosquito vectors of disease
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2008 project
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Through our outreach efforts we have attempted to raise awareness among the general public and policy makers, such as the New York State Department of Health, about the issues and complexity of the West Nile virus (WNV) transmission cycle. Our...