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This page highlights the astonishing amount of scientific discovery happening at Columbia, one of the world’s leading research universities. 

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Behind the scenes with “Moonshot” host Mike Massimino (left) and guest, Hod Lipson, director of the Creative Machines lab and chair of Columbia’s Department of Mechanical Engineering.
Astronaut Mike Massimino Spotlights Engineers Chasing the Impossible in New ‘Moonshot’ Podcast

The new Columbia Engineering podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

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New observations upended scientists' standing hypothesis about how a star would engulf a planet, causing its demise.

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The center aims to accelerate the development of fusion energy technology to provide a sustainable, scalable new energy source.

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New research is challenging longstanding beliefs about why we don't retain the memories we form in early life.

Columbia researchers are using AI to unravel genetic mysteries behind cancer, Alzheimer’s, and more. 

The American Association for the Advancement of Science honored them for scientific excellence and service to their communities.

Brody, a Public Health graduate, conceived the center, which will focus on preventing mental illness and promoting well-being.

Columbia Zuckerman Institute researchers observed for the first time how dopamine guides trial and error learning in finches.

At a recent networking event at Columbia Engineering, women faculty and students shared their stories and career insights.