Dr. Giovanni Ferrari

Associate Professor

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Biography

Giovanni Ferrari is an Associate Professor in the field of Surgical Sciences and serves as the Scientific Director of the Cardiothoracic Research Program at Columbia University. With 13 years of experience specializing in cell biology and cardiovascular medicine, he has contributed significantly to the field through his postdoctoral work at New York University and subsequent appointment as a faculty group leader at the University of Pennsylvania. At UPenn, he played a pivotal role in launching the Penn Cardiac Bioregistry, which is dedicated to advancements in cardiovascular surgery. In 2017, Dr. Ferrari relocated his program to Columbia University, where he currently directs the Columbia Biobank Translational Studies (CBTS), a clinical database that supports precision medicine initiatives. His research interests primarily focus on heart valve vascular cell physiology, cardiac biomechanics, and the brain-heart axis. Dr. Ferrari has been awarded multiple grants from the National Institutes of Health and the American Heart Association for his studies on heart valve diseases and vascular dysfunction. Additionally, he serves on various NIH and AHA study sections as well as boards of international scientific journals.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Columbia University • New York, NY

Teaching and conducting research in Surgical Sciences, directing the Cardiothoracic Research Program.

Adjunct Associate Professor

— Present

University of Pennsylvania • Philadelphia, PA

Participated in research and educational programs in the field of cardiovascular surgery.

Requirements for Columbia University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or international equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV or Resume
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

Department of Anthropology (GSAS)