Dr. Geoffrey Pitt

Professor

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Biography

Geoffrey Pitt is a distinguished professor at Weill Cornell Medicine, where he serves as the Director of the Cardiovascular Research Institute. He has a robust research portfolio focused on cardiovascular health, particularly exploring the mechanisms of cardiac arrhythmogenesis and the regulatory roles of fibroblast growth factor homologous factors (FGFs) in heart function. His extensive publication record includes research on sodium channels and their impact on cardiomyocyte behavior, as well as studies investigating the relationships between calcium signaling and cardiac hypertrophy. An expert in his field, Pitt has been recognized for his contributions with several prestigious awards and is involved in various high-level research initiatives funded by the National Institutes of Health. He received his Sc.M. from Johns Hopkins University and has been with Weill Cornell Medicine since 1993.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

2018-01-01 — Present

Cardiovascular Research Institute • Weill Cornell Medicine, New York

Overseeing research initiatives and advancements in cardiovascular health.

Ida Theo Rossi Distinguished Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

Department of Medicine • Weill Cornell Medicine, New York

Leading academic and research efforts in the field of medicine.

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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  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture