M. R. C. Greenwood

US Navy 110412-N-WP746-117 Dr. M. R. C. Greenwood speaks to Navy leadership at the Learn from the Leaders speaking event sponsored by the Workforce

M. R. C. Greenwood
Born	Mary Rita Cooke Greenwood
Nationality	American
Alma mater	Vassar College, The Rockefeller University
Scientific career
Fields	Biology, Nutrition
Institutions	University of California, Santa Cruz, University of California, Davis, University of California, Office of the President

Mary Rita Cooke Greenwood is an American academic and scientist known for her contributions to the fields of biology and nutrition. She has held several prominent positions in the University of California system, including serving as the Chancellor of the University of California, Santa Cruz and Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs for the University of California, Office of the President.

Early Life and Education

Greenwood was born in [[]] and attended Vassar College, where she earned her undergraduate degree. She later pursued her doctoral studies at The Rockefeller University, where she specialized in biology and nutrition.

Academic Career

Greenwood began her academic career at the University of California, Davis, where she held various faculty positions. She later became the Chancellor of the University of California, Santa Cruz, where she was instrumental in expanding the university's research programs and infrastructure.

University of California Leadership

In addition to her role at University of California, Santa Cruz, Greenwood served as the Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs for the University of California, Office of the President. In this capacity, she was responsible for overseeing academic policies and initiatives across the entire University of California system.

Research and Contributions

Greenwood's research has focused on the intersection of biology and nutrition, with a particular emphasis on the role of nutrition in human health. She has published numerous articles and papers in leading scientific journals and has been recognized for her contributions to the field.

Awards and Honors

Throughout her career, Greenwood has received several awards and honors for her contributions to science and academia. These include recognition from various scientific organizations and academic institutions.

Personal Life

Greenwood resides in [[]] and continues to be active in the academic community.

See Also

• University of California, Santa Cruz
• University of California, Davis
• University of California, Office of the President
• Biology
• Nutrition