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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.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)