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Alexandra Badea is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Radiology, Neurology, and Biomedical Engineering at Duke University. Her research primarily focuses on neurological conditions, particularly Alzheimer's disease, employing imaging analysis to provide a comprehensive characterization of the brain. She utilizes advanced imaging technologies, including MRI and diffusion tensor imaging, to study brain microstructure and connectivity within grey matter regions. Her work aims to phenotype neuroanatomy through imaging, linking structural and functional changes to genetic and environmental factors. Badea is also dedicated to developing methods and tools for comprehensive phenotyping of brain structures and uses high-performance computing to accelerate image analysis. She’s actively involved in mentoring students and promoting female participation in STEM fields through her work with Bass Connections teams. Her previous positions include Assistant Professor in Biomedical Engineering and Radiology, and she has received several research grants from the National Institutes of Health.
Duke University • Durham, NC
Joint appointment in Radiology, Neurology, and Biomedical Engineering, focusing on imaging analysis for neurological conditions.
Duke University • Durham, NC
Conducted research and taught courses related to biomedical engineering and radiology.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)