Dr. Bradley Duerstock

Professor

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Biography

Bradley Duerstock is a Professor of Engineering Practice in the Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering at Purdue University. He also holds courtesy appointments as a Professor in Health & Kinesiology and in the Department of Basic Medical Sciences at the College of Veterinary Medicine. Duerstock specializes in neurotrauma and assistive technology, focusing on rehabilitation engineering and noninvasive physiological sensing. He conducts research on wearable devices and accessible design to improve health outcomes. Duerstock has been published extensively in these fields and mentors graduate students, contributing to the development of innovative solutions that enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. His academic contributions are backed by both his Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering from Purdue University (1994) and a PhD in Neurobiology from the same institution (1999).

Research Interests

Requirements for Purdue University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:135
Overall
Required:135
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in CS or related field Foundational concepts of computer science Data structures Computer architecture Operating systems Mathematics through differential equations Linear and matrix algebra
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Resume
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • CS Supplementary Form
Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.