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Research
The Columbia University Department of Systems Biology brings together researchers specializing in computational biology, experimental biology, and technology development to discover how biological traits emerge from complex molecular networks.
Education
Systems biology and computational biology are becoming increasingly important disciplines in the biological sciences. Through PhD graduate education and postdoctoral training we prepare young scientists to become leaders in this exciting and rapidly growing field.
- Graduate Education
- Postdoctoral Training
Infrastructure
Our core facilities include centers for next-generation sequencing and high-throughput screening, as well as a high-performance computing center dedicated to research in molecular and systems biology.
- Columbia Genome Center
- Advanced Research Computing

News

Awards and Grants

Karin Isaev awarded 2023-2024 Lead Teaching Fellowship

Karin Isaev, a graduate student in David Knowles lab, was recently awarded a Lead Teaching Fellowship from the Columbia Center for Teaching and Learning.

Awards and Grants

Rodney Rothstein, PhD, receives UIC Award!

On Thursday, April 20, the UIC Alumni Association presented its annual Alumni Awards Ceremony honoring standout rising stars, humanitarians, distinguished service and exceptional achievement within UIC’s alumni community. Among the awards given, the Alumni Achievement Award, the highest honor bestowed by UIC, was present to Rodney Rothstein, PhD.

Research News

Illuminating Tumor Cells with Dark Proteins

Columbia researchers have shined new light on how the “dark” part of the genome allows cancer cells to be detected by the immune system, which could lead to better immunotherapies.

Research News

Preterm Birth Linked to Chemicals Found in the Vagina

Chemicals that accumulate in the vagina, potentially originating from personal care products, may contribute to spontaneous preterm birth, according to a new study by researchers at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons.

Awards and Grants

Laura Landweber, PhD, receives award from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences

Laura Landweber, PhD, will receive $3,858,485 over five years from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences for "Understanding Complex Genome Editing and RNA Biology in Oxytricha."