Joeva Barrow

Joeva Barrow, Ph.D., R.D., is an Assistant Professor of Molecular Nutrition at Cornell University's Division of Nutritional Sciences within the College of Human Ecology. Her research bridges human nutrition and biochemistry, focusing on molecular approaches to combat mitochondrial and metabolic diseases.

• Education:
  • Bachelor of Science (2006)
  • Masters and Dietetic Internship, University of Florida (2008)
  • Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Florida (2013)
  • Postdoctoral Training, Harvard Medical School/Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (2018)

Dr. Barrow’s research investigates how metabolic changes influence genetic and epigenetic patterning in diseases like obesity, mitochondrial disorders, and diabetes. She leverages molecular techniques to uncover therapeutic targets for metabolic dysregulation.

Her lab has mentored notable advisees, including Dr. Kaydine Edwards (Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences, 2025), Pei-Yin Tsai (Master’s research in Nutrients, 2023; Ph.D. candidate, 2024), and Dr. Chloe Cheng (Biological and Biomedical Sciences, 2025), who received the Cornell CVG Scholars Award.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Hartwell Individual Biomedical Award (2022)

Dr. Barrow’s work integrates nutrient absorption, bioenergetics, and gene regulation studies, with recent lab advancements in understanding brown fat regulation via Nipsnap1 protein interactions.