Medicine & Health
From developing the X-ray to pioneering the mass production of antibiotics, Columbia Engineering has made landmark discoveries to transform medicine and healthcare. Today, we continue to lead the field in innovations that protect and prolong human health.
The Dawn of a New Era in Medicine
The global average life expectancy has more than doubled since 1900, and much of it is due to rapid advances in biomedical engineering. The years ahead will likely see changes just as significant, as innovations in areas ranging from genomics to nanotechnology are enabling more personalized and precise treatments and therapies that will transform health outcomes for individuals and whole populations.
As this new era unfolds, Columbia Engineering is at the forefront of cross-disciplinary research and discovery. Keep reading to discover the contributions we are already making and how we envision contributing to a healthier humanity.
Ask Us Anything: Christine Hendon Highlights
Christine Hendon is an associate professor within the Department of Electrical Engineering at Columbia University and the chair of the PT admissions committee within the school of engineering. In her work she develops biomedical optics technologies to guide interventional procedures and provide insights into the structure-function relationship of biological normal, diseased, and treated tissues.
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Adrian Brügger
Director of Robert A. W. Carleton Strength of Materials Laboratory; Adjunct Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering and Engineering Mechanics; Associate Research Scientist in Civil Engineering and Engineering Mechanics
Adrian Chitu
Staff Associate in the Department of Applied Physics and Applied Mathematics
Leadership Advantages
Thanks to a powerful nexus of researchers, advanced facilities, and strategic partnerships, Columbia Engineering is uniquely positioned to lead innovation in biomedicine and health. Learn more about our competitive advantages.
Multidisciplinary Depth
Our seven departments combine specialized knowledge from fields as diverse as chemical engineering and computer science to address complex challenges related to human health.
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Robust Ongoing Research
Faculty-led research teams focus on imaging, biosignals, tissue engineering, brain-machine interfaces, nanobiotechnology, biomechanics, protein engineering, cancer, and medical devices.
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Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
We excel at translating lab discoveries into real-world solutions and startups. At Columbia Engineering, we foster entrepreneurship through training, mentoring, funding, and support.
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The Blavatnik Fund for Engineering Innovations in Health
The Blavatnik Fund for Engineering Innovations in Health plays a key role supporting Columbia Engineering’s mission to build a healthier world.
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