Dr. Geoffrey Pitt

Professor

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Biography

Geoffrey Pitt, M.D., Ph.D., is the Director of the Cardiovascular Research Institute and an Ida Theo Rossi Distinguished Professor at Weill Cornell Medicine. He has a focus on ion channel disorders, known as channelopathies, which play a significant role in various cardiovascular conditions. Dr. Pitt completed his M.D. and Ph.D. at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where he developed a commitment to integrating molecular biology with clinical research to better understand cardiovascular function and disease. His work includes investigating the cellular mechanisms and animal models related to aging diseases associated with ion channel dysfunction. Dr. Pitt is a prominent figure in his field, contributing extensively to the body of knowledge surrounding cardiac health and ion channel pharmacology. His leadership in the Pitt Lab fosters a collaborative research environment aimed at tackling complex cardiovascular issues through innovative scientific approaches.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

— Present

Cardiovascular Research Institute • New York, NY

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