Stefano Berto

Stefano Berto is an Assistant Professor in the Neuroscience Department at the College of Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina. His research focuses on molecular mechanisms underlying neurological and psychiatric disorders, with emphasis on epigenetics, neurodegeneration, and immunological processes. He combines cutting-edge techniques like single-cell RNA sequencing and spatial transcriptomics to study brain cell heterogeneity and disease pathways.

Key research areas include Alzheimer's disease prediction using neuroimaging, diabetes therapy via mesenchymal stem cells, and the genetic basis of learning disorders. His work bridges basic neuroscience with translational applications, such as developing tools for single-cell data analysis (e.g., ShinyCellPlus) and understanding tumor-reactive T-cell immunotherapies.

Berto's recent publications (2023-2025) highlight contributions to understanding addiction neurobiology, cancer cachexia mechanisms, and the role of epigenetic factors in brain function. His interdisciplinary approach integrates computational biology, molecular biology, and clinical insights.