Dr. Bastiaan Driehuys

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Biography

Bastiaan Driehuys is a Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Duke University. His research primarily focuses on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), with a particular emphasis on using hyperpolarized 129Xe gas to develop novel imaging technologies for pulmonary diseases. Dr. Driehuys's work has led to significant advancements in non-invasive MRI techniques capable of high-resolution imaging of lung function. His ongoing research efforts include multiple NIH and industry-sponsored studies investigating the application of hyperpolarized 129Xe MRI in the early diagnosis and monitoring of various pulmonary conditions. Through his laboratory, Dr. Driehuys provides mentorship and research opportunities to a diverse group of students, including Ph.D., Masters, and medical students, as well as selected undergraduates. He is actively involved in efforts to translate his research findings into clinical practices and FDA-approved technologies, dedicated to enhancing patient care in pulmonary medicine.

Research Interests

Courses

EGR 393: Research Projects Engineering BME 791: Graduate Independent Study BME 493: Projects Biomedical Engineering (GE) BME 394: Projects Biomedical Engineering (GE)

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)