Dr. Blake Fauskee

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Biography

Blake Fauskee is a PhD candidate focused on evolutionary biology, particularly in the study of seed-free vascular plants. His research emphasizes phylogenetic relationships and hybridization within the Brassicaceae family, contributing to a greater understanding of evolutionary origins of genera related to Boechera. He is also investigating RNA editing patterns in fern organelles and their related DNA substitution rates. Blake is known for his analytical skills and the ability to tackle complex problems in evolutionary genetics.

Research Interests

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)