His research has focused on the integration of immunological responses. Dr. Bernheim is highly involved in University activities. He is the Chair of the Health Professions Recommendation Committee (HPRC), which is responsible for writing letters of recommendation for students applying to health professional schools. He also serves on the Advisory Board for the Community Health Major, on the Faculty Research Awards Committee, and the Faculty Advisory Board. Professor Bernheim is the Faculty Advisor to the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship Symposium.