Dr. Daniel Berry

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Daniel Berry is an Associate Professor in the Division of Nutritional Sciences at Cornell University. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, focusing on Environmental Science, from the State University of New York at Cortland. He earned his Ph.D. in Molecular Nutrition from Case Western Reserve University. Following his doctoral studies, he completed postdoctoral research in the Department of Developmental Biology and the Division of Endocrinology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Berry's research group focuses on adipose tissue biology and systemic metabolism, with a particular interest in adipose stem cells. The lab examines the dynamics of adipose stem cells, their niches, and their roles in white adipose tissue development and homeostasis. Dr. Berry's research employs innovative in vivo genetic tools to manipulate and observe cellular processes, aiming to identify factors that regulate adipose stem cell communication and dynamics. He is dedicated to providing a team-based learning environment for students, helping them develop skills to advance nutritional science education.

Research Interests

Courses

NS7030 - Seminar Nutritional Sciences NS3150 - Obesity Regulation Body Weight

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Personal Statement
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Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture