Daorong Feng

Daorong Feng, Ph.D., is a Research Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine (Endocrinology) at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. His research focuses on adipocyte cell death mechanisms, intercellular crosstalk in adipose tissue, and metabolic disorders. Dr. Feng's work spans molecular biology, autophagy pathways, and the interplay between cellular signaling and metabolic diseases such as diabetes.

Key research interests include understanding the molecular basis of adipocyte programmed cell death, the role of autophagy in metabolic regulation, and the impact of high-fat diets on adipose tissue pathology. His studies often integrate genomic approaches with cellular and molecular techniques, contributing to advancements in adipose tissue biology and endocrinology.

Publications highlight investigations into PERK signaling in pancreatic beta cells, CDK8-mediated lipogenesis regulation, and the role of SNAP23 in insulin exocytosis. Recent work also explores circadian rhythm regulation via autophagy pathways and single-cell genomics in adipose tissue analysis.

Dr. Feng collaborates extensively with institutions like Montefiore Einstein, focusing on translational research in metabolic health. His research is supported by grants addressing diabetes, obesity, and metabolic dysfunction mechanisms.