Research & Discovery

Astronomer Jane Huang is interested in the behavior of protoplanetary disks made of gas, dust, and ice.

Columbia computer scientists have developed a robot learning system that gives the machines a new level of dexterity.

Certain regions are seeing repeated heat waves that fall far beyond what any model of global warming can predict or explain.

Columbia researchers are using traditional knitting techniques to fabricate flexible, lightweight, textile antennas.

A study found that, after vaccination, the immune system stockpiles cells for long-term immunity in tissues around the body.

Columbia’s Dian Yang designs CRISPR-based molecular recorders to pinpoint when and how cells metastasize.

Ivan Corwin is using math to show that outlier particles do not follow Einstein’s theory. And he’s collaborating with his brother.

The Visualizing Science Symposium brought together scientists and artists to explore how the fields illuminate each other.

A team of astronomers including professor Jane Huang have shown that extreme astrophysical environments can foster new planets.

A graduate of Columbia College took part in the dig, which found evidence that female leaders in ancient Peru had more authority than known.

Scientists from across Columbia shared diverse perspectives on the mind, brain and behavior at a recent event.

A new effort will promote Columbia’s work on artificial intelligence, with courses, curricula, events, digital tools, and more.