Columbia University Department of Physiology

The Columbia University Department of Physiology is a research and teaching division focused on understanding how the human body functions at a cellular and systemic level. It explores processes like how organs work, how nerves transmit signals, and how the body maintains health and responds to disease. The department integrates experimental research with medical education to advance knowledge about the mechanisms underlying normal physiology and various health conditions. Its goal is to contribute to improvements in medical diagnosis, treatment, and overall understanding of human biology.