Imagine. Design. Create.
Real innovation comes from the marriage of deep technical knowledge with creative imagination. Our programs nurture both the mind and the imagination. We accelerate discovery to make impactful and lasting changes, and we foster engineering leaders and entrepreneurs who will go on to solve the world’s biggest problems.
News Highlights
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Mysterious oarfish’s fins inspire large underwater robot design
Oarfish, giant fish rarely spotted by humans, have hundreds of unique dorsal fin rays, which help propel the fish forward.
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Portable test could help distinguish Ebola, Lassa where lab testing is limited
Cornell researchers have developed a portable diagnostic test that can simultaneously detect and distinguish Ebola and Lassa, two serious viruses whose early symptoms can be difficult to tell apart.
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Awards honor Duffield Engineering faculty for teaching, advising
The Cornell Duffield College of Engineering celebrated faculty commitment to education at its 2026 Fall Faculty Reception, honoring this year’s Teaching and Advising Award winners for their contributions to outstanding curriculum design, teaching methods, student mentoring and faculty development.
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NASA telescope gives hidden exoplanets chance to shine
Targeting launch Aug. 30, the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope will attempt to directly image a set of exoplanets selected with help from Cornell faculty member Dmitry Savransky.
Our Degree Programs
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Mechanical Engineering
Involves the design and analysis of machines, engines, and systems. Perfect for those fascinated by motion, energy, and innovative mechanical solutions.
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Aerospace Engineering
Involves designing and testing aircraft and spacecraft. It’s ideal for those excited by flight, space exploration, and advancing technologies in propulsion and aerodynamics.
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Applied Mathematics
Uses math to solve real-world problems in science and engineering. Ideal for those who enjoy mathematical modeling and want to apply theory to practical issues.
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Theoretical and Applied Mechanics
Explores the principles of motion and forces in engineering systems. Great for those who want to innovate in fields like aerospace, robotics, or structural design.
Strategic Research Areas
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Advanced Manufacturing and Materials
Material design through understanding how nano, micro, and/or mesoscale mechanisms result in macroscale properties.
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Biomechanics and Mechanobiology
Investigating the role of mechanical forces in physiological and disease processes.
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Bioengineering and Healthcare
Technology research translated to biomedical applications, such as early cancer detection, immunology treatments, and global and mobile health.
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Energy and Sustainability
Developing new energy sources and technologies that benefit the environment and economy, and helping to implement those technologies.
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Robotics and Autonomy
Robotics at Cornell spans various subareas, including perception, control, learning, planning, and human-robot interaction.
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Space Science and Engineering
Satellite systems design, space “weather”, solar geo-engineering, space-system design, cubesats, optical and radar satellites for remote sensing, and methods and tools for the detection of extrasolar planets.
Upcoming Events
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Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering On-Campus M.Eng. Virtual Info Session – Oct 6
Register Now Learn about: On-Campus Master of Engineering programs in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Curriculum Courses & MEng Project Overview Admission Requirements …
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MAE Colloquium: Frederike Dümbgen (Carnegie Mellon)
Global Optimization for Robotics in the Age of Learning Optimization is the bedrock of robotics, and robotics is a great stress test for optimization methods. High dimensionality, nonconvexity, and no…
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Mechanical Engineering DL M.Eng. Virtual Info Session – Oct 7
Register Now Learn about: Distance Learning Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering Curriculum Courses & MEng Project Overview Admission Requirements …
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Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering On-Campus M.Eng. Virtual Info Session – Oct 20
Register Now Learn about: On-Campus Master of Engineering programs in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Curriculum Courses & MEng Project Overview Admission Requirements …