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Andrew Spector is a Professor in the Department of Neurology at Duke University. He completed his M.D. at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor in 2006. Dr. Spector's research focuses on the effects of various factors on sleep disorders, particularly in conditions like Delayed Sleep-Wake Phase Disorder (DSWPD) and the implications of blood-brain barrier breakdown in sleep apnea. His recent research projects include a multi-center, double-blind study evaluating the effects of tasimelteon versus placebo in DSWPD patients. Additionally, he is looking into the association between blood-brain barrier breakdown, sleep apnea, and postoperative delirium. Dr. Spector has received multiple grants, including funding from organizations like Vanda Pharmaceuticals, the National Institutes of Health, and Harmony Biosciences. He has contributed to enhancing the understanding of sleep medicine through innovative research and is involved in promoting diversity and inclusion in neurology.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)