ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
The Complex World of Water
After a dozen years of cleanup, New York City’s water supply ranks
among the best, now the rest of the world needs help. CALS research and extension
experts tackle the rising tide of concerns about water safety, quality, and
quantity.
LAND GRANT
CALS Fights for Urban Welfare
From greening urban spaces to
spotting city-dwelling birds,
CALS takes to the streets of
New York’s cities with innovative
teaching, research, and
extension programs.
LIFE SCIENCES
CSI: CALS Detectives Identify Lurking Killers
Bacteria can lurk undetected for
years in food-processing plants. CALS food
scientists are using advanced
sleuthing techniques—including
genetic fingerprinting—to
develop a low-cost test to trace
foodborne illnesses to their
source.
APPLIED SOCIAL SCIENCES
CALS Expands Horizons in NY Communities
To help amplify rural New
Yorkers’ concerns and ensure
good governance and economic
growth, the Community and
Rural Development Institute
unites local officials, citizens,
and business and civic leaders
to work for change.
