Contact
- elizabeth_berry@nymc.edu
- (914) 594-4038
- Basic Science Building
Elizabeth Berry, Ph.D. '23, is a neuroscientist and educator dedicated to bridging the gap between high-level research and student success. She completed her doctoral work at New York Medical College in the lab of Christopher Leonard, Ph.D., where her research investigated how opioid addiction alters the intrinsic electrical properties of orexin neurons in the hypothalamus. By exploring how drugs of abuse reshape the brain’s reward system, her work helps pave the way for the development of novel therapeutics.
Driven by a passion for clear science communication, Dr. Berry is a member of the 2025-2026 NYMC Academy of Medical Educators. She is committed to utilizing evidence-based teaching strategies to help students navigate complex physiological concepts and reach their full potential as future healthcare professionals."
Education
- Ph.D., Cell Biology and Anatomy, New York Medical College
- B.S., Cell and Molecular Biology, University of Rhode Island
- B.S., Biological Science, University of Rhode Island
Areas of Expertise
- Biochemistry
- Neuroscience
Research
- Addiction
- Neurodegeneration
- Sleep Physiology
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Publications
Teaching Responsibilities
School of Medicine:
- Module 1
- Module 2
Graduate School of Biomedical Science:
- Biochemistry 1010
- Biochemistry 1020
