Dr. Bruce Klitzman

Associate Professor

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Biography

Bruce Klitzman is an Associate Professor Emeritus in Surgery and Associate Research Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Duke University. His research interests include tissue engineering, wound healing, biosensors, and the enhancement of medical device implantation performance. Klitzman's work focuses on physiological mechanisms optimizing substrate transport in tissue, with a comprehensive approach that encompasses studies at the whole animal, organ, microvascular, and molecular levels. His current projects explore control of blood flow in microcirculation, effects of synthetic implants on substrate transport, development of biocompatible materials, and novel approaches to improve wound healing and reduce thrombogenicity in synthetic blood vessels. Additionally, he has contributed significantly to the development of biosensors, particularly those for glucose monitoring in diabetics. Klitzman's extensive publishing history and numerous collaborative efforts underscore his commitment to advancing biomedical engineering and surgical practices.

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)