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Dr. Amy Lynn McNulty is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Duke University, with an extensive research focus on osteoarthritis and meniscus injury. Her lab, McNulty Lab, is dedicated to developing strategies to prevent osteoarthritis while promoting tissue repair and regeneration in joint injuries. Key research areas include investigating the mechanotransduction pathways activated in response to mechanical loading in cartilage and meniscus, and exploring potential therapeutic targets to promote tissue repair and mitigate degeneration due to aging and injury. Additionally, Dr. McNulty is involved in advancing meniscus tissue engineering to repair or replace damaged meniscus tissue. She has published numerous articles in prestigious journals and contributed to various projects aimed at understanding the biological and biomechanical changes associated with meniscus injury and development of osteoarthritis. Her work aims not only to advance academic understanding of joint health but also to translate findings into practical applications in orthopedic medicine.
Department of Biomedical Engineering, Duke University • Durham, NC
Teaching and conducting research in the field of biomedical engineering focused on joint health and tissue engineering.
Department of Cell Biology, Duke University • Durham, NC
Oversaw research initiatives related to cartilage and meniscal biology.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)