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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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James Lloyd, astronomer and spacecraft engineer, dies at 55
James Lloyd, professor of astronomy in the College of Arts and Sciences who worked at the intersection of astronomy, instrumentation and spacecraft engineering to find innovative ways to study and characterize exoplanets, died on July 15 in Ithaca.
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Thirteen early-career professors win NSF development awards
Researchers studying ribosomes, AI and quantum computing are among 13 early-career professors from Cornell who’ve recently been awarded National Science Foundation Faculty Early Career Development Awards.
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Researchers find ‘trap’ hindering performance of hybrid perovskites
A new study from Cornell researchers has revealed an obstacle to improving charge transport in hybrid perovskites, a promising class of semiconductor materials used in energy conversion and electronic devices.
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DOE Genesis Mission awards will advance AI-driven science
Two Cornell-led research teams have been selected to receive nearly $1.2 million through Phase I of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission.
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 – Aug 18
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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Mechanical Engineering DL M.Eng. Virtual Info Session – Aug 19
Register Now Learn about: Distance Learning Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering Curriculum Courses & MEng Project Overview Admission Requirements …
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MAE Colloquium: Sonia Roberts (Wesleyan)
Bio: Sonia Roberts is an assistant professor in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Wesleyan University, working on soft, knitted sensors and actuators for soft robot skins. In 2023,…
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Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering On-Campus M.Eng. Virtual Info Session – Sept 1
Register Now Learn about: On-Campus Master of Engineering programs in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Curriculum Courses & MEng Project Overview Admission Requirements …