Daniel Berg

Daniel Berg is a Lecturer at the University of Aberdeen within the School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition. His research focuses on human brain development and neurodevelopmental disorders, utilizing advanced model systems like brain organoids and 3D co-cultures.

• BSc in Biology, Uppsala University (2006)
• PhD in Brain Regeneration, Karolinska Institutet (2007-2012)

Current research explores neural stem cell regulation under genetic and environmental influences (e.g., maternal inflammation, stress) and models neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and intellectual disability. His lab integrates CRISPR editing, pharmacological tools, and single-cell RNA sequencing to map developmental trajectories.

Recent publications highlight trends in neurogenesis dynamics, organoid modeling of viral impacts, and environmental regulation of stem cells. Key awards include EMBO Long-Term Fellowship and Swedish Research Council scholarship.

• PhD students: Sara Valkila, Gaby Crawford, Do Hyeon Gim, Olivia Soper, Mario Yanakiev
• Collaborators: Prof. Eunchai Kang lab

The lab employs human brain organoids, single-cell genomics, and in vivo models to study cortical development and regeneration mechanisms.