Mechanical Engineering Department | Columbia Engineering

Mechanical engineers focus on things that move, from nanoscale devices to large, integrated systems. The Department of Mechanical Engineering works to advance practical solutions that improve health, safety, and quality of life in biotechnology, robotics, manufacturing, energy, nanotechnology, and more. Join us as we address society’s most important needs through rich and versatile discovery and scholarship.

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Exploring methods for engineering tissues to repair damaged cartilage. Developing self-replicating robots that improve themselves over time. Building nanostructures to empower efficiency gains in renewable energy sources. Department researchers create innovative technologies aimed at impact.

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