Dr. Alexandra Bey

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Alexandra Bey holds an M.D. and Ph.D. in Neurobiology and serves as a Child Psychiatrist at the Duke Autism Clinic. She is a valued member of Duke University School of Medicine's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, specifically within the Division of Child and Family Mental Health Community Psychiatry. Dr. Bey’s research and clinical career are dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders. Her overarching research goal is to develop objective and relevant biomarkers that allow for the effective development and testing of novel therapies, conducting translational research from preclinical models to individuals with neurodevelopmental differences. She has received several grants for her work, including studies focused on the electrophysiological biomarkers of social engagement in autism and the influence of co-occurring ADHD on EEG attention biomarkers in autistic children. Dr. Bey has a robust educational background, completing her fellowship, residency, and both her M.D. and Ph.D. at Duke University, demonstrating her commitment to the field of Psychiatry and Neurobiology.

Research Interests

Courses

NEUROSCI 150: Research Practicum NEUROBIO 762: Neurobiology of Disease

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($95)
  • Video Introduction
Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)