Dr. Ashutosh Chilkoti

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Biography

Ashutosh Chilkoti is the Alan L. Kaganov Distinguished Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Duke University. His research primarily focuses on biomolecular engineering and biointerface science, emphasizing the development of new molecular tools and technologies that incorporate insights from molecular biology, protein engineering, polymer chemistry, and surface science. Chilkoti's work spans a broad range of applications, including bioseparations, plasmonic biosensors, low-cost clinical diagnostics, and targeted drug delivery. He has published extensively in several prestigious journals, contributing to advancements in biomaterials and drug delivery systems. Throughout his career, he has received numerous accolades for his contributions to the field, including election to the National Academy of Inventors and the Biomedical Engineering Society Pritzker Distinguished Lecture Award. His educational background includes a Ph.D. from the University of Washington, attained in 1991. Chilkoti’s passion for research and innovation continues to inspire students and colleagues alike at Duke University, where he holds pivotal roles within various research committees and initiatives.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1991-01-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Alan L. Kaganov Distinguished Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering.

Awards

#2015

Distinguished Alumnus Award

#2014

Fellow (NAI)

#2013

Pritzker Distinguished Lecture Award

#2011

Clemson Award for Contributions to Literature

#2010

Humboldt Senior Researcher Award

#2008

Stansell Family Distinguished Research Award

#1996

Fellow

Courses

Research Projects in Engineering Continuation Graduate Independent Study Graduate Independent Study Internship in Biomedical Engineering Introduction to Biomolecular Engineering Projects in Biomedical Engineering

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
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)